Job Description

Job Summary:

Under indirect supervision, provides patient services using imaging modalities. Performs a variety of Computed Tomography procedures on patients of all age categories. Evaluates images for technical quality. Exercises professional attitude and judgment in the performance of duties. Provides patient care essential to Computed Tomography procedures. Recognizes patient conditions requiring immediate action and initiates life support measures.

Essential Responsibilities:

• Upholds Kaiser Permanentes Policies and Procedures, Principles of Responsibilities and applicable state, federal and local laws.


• Is responsive to the needs of others by maintaining a professional behavior toward members and coworkers


• Identifies the impact of cultural diversity and lifestyle choices on patient condition and makes accommodations for such differences.


• Demonstrates an understanding of the cognitive, physical, emotional and chronological maturation process in delivery of services to patients of the age group served.


• Exercises clinical judgment that conforms to established standards.


• Documents clinical activities in a timely, comprehensive and accurate manner.


• Observes all organizational, regional, medical service area and Diagnostic Imaging department policies and procedures.


• Maintains standards of professional behavior established to enhance quality of service. Utilizes effective communication skills


• Demonstrates professional behavior/ conduct in all interactions with patients and staff.


• Meets productivity norms achieved by peers within the department. Maintains equipment, supplies and work area in accordance with department guidelines.


• Essential Clinical Duties and Responsibilities:  


• Explains procedure to the patient, verifies patient history and confirms appropriateness of ordered exam/procedure


• Selects appropriate software for the exam, utilizing a variety of software programs ;  based on imaging principles , area of interest to be demonstrated and patient conditions,  enters  data such as type of scan requested, slice thickness, scan time and other technical factors into computer.


• Positions and immobilizes patient in order to obtain diagnostic image(s) of area of interest ; may administer contrast media orally or assist radiologist in intravenous administration.


• Recognizes adverse reactions or changes in patient condition and reacts appropriately  Observes all standards for radiation safety/protection in order to minimize dose


• Utilizes scanning techniques, selects best plane, acquisition method (e.g.,spiral, dynamic, multi-row detector), parameters (e.g.,slice thickness, mA, time, algorithm, pitch) to best demonstrate anatomy and pathology in studies such as those performed for the head, neck, chest, abdomen, pelvis and musculoskeletal.
• Modifies protocols as indicated by presence of pathology or trauma


• May perform special procedures such as-but not limited to-3-D studies, biopsies, drainage and aspiration, post myelography, CT arthrography, CT angiography, cardiac gating  and interventional CT )


• Evaluates images on video display screen for diagnostic quality and  presence of artifacts;evaluates videotapes and computer generated information for technical quality; takes corrective action as indicated to ensure image quality


• Photographs/films images/scans utilizing appropriate window/level settings and formats; archives images and data.

$8,000 Sign-on Bonus Eligible Position!

Basic Qualifications:

Experience

• One (1) year experience as a CT technologist within the past two (2) years or two (2) years' experience as a staff technologist with successful completion of the department CT training program.


• Per the National Agreement, current KP Coalition employees have this experience requirement waived.

Education

• N/A

License, Certification, Registration

• Radiologic Technologist Certificate (California) OR Certified Radiologic Technologist - Diagnostic Radiologic Technology Certificate (California)

• Basic Life Support within four (4) months of hire

• American Registry of Radiologic Technologists Certificate - Computed Tomography from American Registry of Radiologic Technologists

• Radiologic Technologist Certification from American Registry of Radiologic Technologists

Preferred Qualifications:

• Two (2) years clinical experience as a Computed Tomography Technologist, preferably in an acute care medical center.


• Experience with GE CT scanners.


• Additional training in the use and practices of Computed Tomography Certificate of advanced qualification:


• ARRT---CT Experience with 3D post processing


• Experience with PACS

Notes:

• Shifts, hours, and/or locations may vary based on operational need.


• Coverage for service area includes three (3) hospitals and three (3) Medical Office Buildings.

Primary Location: California,San Diego,Zion Medical Center Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40 Shift: Variable Workdays: Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun Working Hours Start: 11:00 AM Working Hours End: 07:30 PM Job Schedule: Full-time Job Type: Standard Worker Location: Onsite Employee Status: Regular Employee Group/Union Affiliation: B09|OPEIU|Local 30 Job Level: Individual Contributor Department: ZION MEDICAL CENTER - Tomography-Day - 0806 Pay Range: $54.59 - $64.48 / hour Sign on bonus: $8000.00 The ranges posted above reflect the location in the job posting. The salary range may vary if you reside in a different location or state than the location posted. Travel: Yes, 75 % of the Time On-site: Work location is on-site (KP designated office, medical office building or hospital). Worker location must align with Kaiser Permanente's Authorized States policy. At Kaiser Permanente, equity, inclusion and diversity are inextricably linked to our mission, and we aim to make it a part of everything we do. We know that having a diverse and inclusive workforce makes Kaiser Permanente a better place to receive health care, a more supportive partner in our communities we serve, and a more fulfilling place to work. Working at Kaiser Permanente means that you agree to and abide by our commitment to equity and our expectation that we all work together to create an inclusive work environment focused on a sense of belonging and wellbeing.

Kaiser Permanente is an equal opportunity employer committed to fair, respectful, and inclusive workplaces. Applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic or status.

For jobs where work will be performed in unincorporated LA County, the employer provides the following statement in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance. Criminal history may have a direct, adverse, and negative relationship on the following job duties, potentially resulting in the withdrawal of the conditional offer of employment:

• Consistently supports compliance and the Principles of Responsibility (Kaiser Permanente's Code of Conduct) by maintaining the privacy and confidentiality of information, protecting the assets of the organization, acting with ethics and integrity, reporting non-compliance, and adhering to applicable federal, state, and local laws and regulations, accreditation, and licensure requirements (where applicable), and Kaiser Permanente's policies and procedures.

• Models and reinforces ethical behavior in self and others in accordance with the Principles of Responsibility, adheres to organizational policies and guidelines; supports compliance initiatives; maintains confidences; admits mistakes; conducts business with honesty, shows consistency in words and actions; follows through on commitments.

• Job duties with at least occasional or possible access to: (1) patients, the general public, or other employees; (2) confidential protected health information and other confidential KP information (including employee, proprietary, financial or trade secret information); (3) KP property and assets, for example, electronic assets, medical instruments, or devices; (4) controlled substances regulated by federal law or potentially subject to diversion.

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Full time, Local area, Immediate start, Relocation bonus, Shift work,

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