What are the responsibilities and job description for the Radiology and CT Technician - Per Diem position at AVALON MEDICAL DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION?
We are currently seeking a skilled and dedicated Radiology and CT Technician to join our team on a per diem basis. The ideal candidate will be responsible for performing a variety of imaging procedures to produce high-quality diagnostic images for interpretation by the radiologist.
Essential Functions
- Instructs, prepares and positions the patients and performs diagnostic x-ray and, if qualified, CT examinations.
- Selects appropriate equipment and adjusts technical factors for each desired image.
- Arranges and adjusts immobilization and supportive devices to obtain precise positioning and to preclude patient movement and shields patients according to radiation safety procedures.
- Prepare and administer contrast media for certain examinations.
- Completes all required documentation including imaging requests, patient ID cards, billing information, patient history and consent forms and appropriate logbooks, either in electronic or paper formats.
- Electronically manages radiologist's preliminary and final reports and ensures copies of those reports are forwarded to the appropriate departments.
- Prepares and scans/transmits x-ray/US/CT images to radiologist.
- Cleans and maintains CT/CT facilities and equipment.
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities
- Knowledge of theories, principles, and techniques of diagnostic imaging and related procedures.
- Knowledge of principles of physics, electricity and related physical sciences as applied to radiology.
- Knowledge of human anatomy and physiology as related to radiology.
- Knowledge of hazards of radiological materials and safety precautions.
- Ability to position patients for a wide variety of diagnostic examinations.
Education and Experience
- Current CA ARRT and CRT license
- At least 2 years of Radiology Technician experience.
Benefits
We offer competitive salary with on-call and call back compensation. Opportunity to work in a unique and beautiful island environment. Flexible scheduling.
Catalina Island Health is an equal opportunity employer.
On Call
Call Back (2 hours guarantee)
