Computer Tomography Technologist
Company: Kaiser
Location: Poway
Posted on: May 26, 2023
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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 Permanente's
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
coworkersIdentifies 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 skillsDemonstrates
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/procedureSelects 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
doseUtilizes 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 traumaMay 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
qualityPhotographs/films images/scans utilizing appropriate
window/level settings and formats; archives images and data.Basic
Qualifications:ExperienceMinimum one (1) year of 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
Keywords: Kaiser, Poway , Computer Tomography Technologist, IT / Software / Systems , Poway, California
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