Job Title: CT Technologist
Specialty: Computed Tomography (CT)
Site: VA Long Beach Healthcare System (VALBHS)
Location: 5901 E. 7th Street Long Beach CA 90822
Duration: 1 year contract with the possibility of four 1 year extension
Shift Schedule:
- Day Shift: 7:00 AM 7:30 PM (12.5 hrs)
- Night Shift: 6:00 PM 6:30 AM (12.5 hrs)
- Weekday & Weekend Coverage (including holidays)
How Many Shifts Needed Per Month: 14 shifts/month (based on 173 hrs/month 12.5 hr shifts)
Certifications:
- Current valid ARRT (R) Radiologic Technologist required
- Advanced ARRT in Computed Tomography (CT) required
- Current Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification required
- IV certification preferred but not required
Education: Accredited Radiologic Technology program (per ARRT requirements)
Experience Needed: Minimum 1 year of current work experience in Computed Tomography (CT)
Special Skills Needed:
- Demonstrated experience starting IV lines and administering contrast injections
- PACS experience preferred; AGFA PACS a plus
- Ability to independently operate CT scanning equipment
- CT safety practices knowledge
- Ability to efficiently use computers and technology
Responsibilities:
- Independently operate CT scanning equipment to perform a variety of complex CT imaging exams; practice CT safety at all times
- Receive patients explain procedures position patients select and set technical parameters and set up/adjust accessory equipment
- Operate CT scanner equipment employing radiation-producing imaging to acquire images of the entire body (brain neck spine chest body extremities)
- Set up CT suites ensuring sterile supplies contrast materials catheters and all required equipment are present and available
- Prepare and administer contrast material intravenously under close supervision of radiologist(s) - not independently
- Send images to PACS archive images post-process images and perform case editing of computer requests and reports
- Maintain records and enter patient information using the Radiology Vista Package and CPRS
- Meet or exceed current nationally recognized quality assurance standards (TJC)
- Comply with all VALBHS policies procedures medical staff bylaws and protocols
- Participate in all VA mandatory training.
Prime Physicians is a physician-led The Joint Commission (TJC) Accredited ISO 9001 certified and CMMI Level 3 appraised organization. Our commitment extends beyond traditional consulting and management services offering comprehensive solutions to hospitals health systems and federal government agencies. At the heart of our operations is the ultimate goal to deliver high-quality patient care. Driven by a mission to catalyze healthcare transformation and innovation we offer an array of services designed to redefine the healthcare landscape. From program and project management to strategic planning we enhance operational efficiency and streamline business processes. With Prime Physicians the future of patient care is in skilled and dedicated hands leading the way towards a more efficient effective and compassionate healthcare system.
Job Title: CT Technologist Specialty: Computed Tomography (CT) Site: VA Long Beach Healthcare System (VALBHS) Location: 5901 E. 7th Street Long Beach CA 90822 Duration: 1 year contract with the possibility of four 1 year extension Shift Schedule: Day Shift: 7:00 AM 7:30 PM (12.5 hrs) ...
Job Title: CT Technologist
Specialty: Computed Tomography (CT)
Site: VA Long Beach Healthcare System (VALBHS)
Location: 5901 E. 7th Street Long Beach CA 90822
Duration: 1 year contract with the possibility of four 1 year extension
Shift Schedule:
- Day Shift: 7:00 AM 7:30 PM (12.5 hrs)
- Night Shift: 6:00 PM 6:30 AM (12.5 hrs)
- Weekday & Weekend Coverage (including holidays)
How Many Shifts Needed Per Month: 14 shifts/month (based on 173 hrs/month 12.5 hr shifts)
Certifications:
- Current valid ARRT (R) Radiologic Technologist required
- Advanced ARRT in Computed Tomography (CT) required
- Current Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification required
- IV certification preferred but not required
Education: Accredited Radiologic Technology program (per ARRT requirements)
Experience Needed: Minimum 1 year of current work experience in Computed Tomography (CT)
Special Skills Needed:
- Demonstrated experience starting IV lines and administering contrast injections
- PACS experience preferred; AGFA PACS a plus
- Ability to independently operate CT scanning equipment
- CT safety practices knowledge
- Ability to efficiently use computers and technology
Responsibilities:
- Independently operate CT scanning equipment to perform a variety of complex CT imaging exams; practice CT safety at all times
- Receive patients explain procedures position patients select and set technical parameters and set up/adjust accessory equipment
- Operate CT scanner equipment employing radiation-producing imaging to acquire images of the entire body (brain neck spine chest body extremities)
- Set up CT suites ensuring sterile supplies contrast materials catheters and all required equipment are present and available
- Prepare and administer contrast material intravenously under close supervision of radiologist(s) - not independently
- Send images to PACS archive images post-process images and perform case editing of computer requests and reports
- Maintain records and enter patient information using the Radiology Vista Package and CPRS
- Meet or exceed current nationally recognized quality assurance standards (TJC)
- Comply with all VALBHS policies procedures medical staff bylaws and protocols
- Participate in all VA mandatory training.
Prime Physicians is a physician-led The Joint Commission (TJC) Accredited ISO 9001 certified and CMMI Level 3 appraised organization. Our commitment extends beyond traditional consulting and management services offering comprehensive solutions to hospitals health systems and federal government agencies. At the heart of our operations is the ultimate goal to deliver high-quality patient care. Driven by a mission to catalyze healthcare transformation and innovation we offer an array of services designed to redefine the healthcare landscape. From program and project management to strategic planning we enhance operational efficiency and streamline business processes. With Prime Physicians the future of patient care is in skilled and dedicated hands leading the way towards a more efficient effective and compassionate healthcare system.
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