CT Technologist

Job Summary

Under the direction of a qualified physician, the CT Technologist will operate a variety of equipment, including an x-ray generator, patient table, control console and computer. The incumbent will be responsible for the acquisition, processing and archiving of all patient data. Under general supervision, the incumbent will independently perform CT examinations using the established exam protocols. The individual will maintain and operate equipment according to manufacturers' operation manual.

The CT Technologist will comply and adhere to department protocols, UCDH Policies and Procedures, Department of Radiology Policies and Procedures and other applicable workrules and regulations. The technologist must act with initiative and responsibility to achieve maximum radiographic quality. All duties and responsibilities will be performed calmly in stressful situations and interact with radiologists, clinicians and peers in a cooperative, harmonious manner for maximum effectiveness.

Incumbent must be able to perform all job functions deemed by the Department of Radiology - CT.

This position may perform duties in the Main Hospital, Ambulatory Care Center and/or satellite facilities throughout UCD’s Primary Clinic Network as deemed necessary by management.

• No Minimum Education required
• ARRT (American Registry of Radiologic Technologist) Certification
• American Heart Association (AHA) or American Red Cross Basic Life Support (BLS), or UC Davis Health CPR
• American Registry of Radiologic Technologist ARRT(R) or ARRT(R)(CT)
• California Radiology Technologist of Radiography (CRT-R) Certification
• ARRT (CT) within six months of hire.
• IV Certification within six months of hire
• Demonstrated experience and ability to operate CT equipment to provide quality images.
• Ability to display common sense and good judgement in following rules, protocols, policies and procedures.
• Ability to function and remain calm under multiple direction and/or fluctuations of work volume.
• Ability to handle a high patient volume in a high-pressure department with constantly changing priorities.
• Ability to initiate CPR and/or any life saving measures.
• Ability to maneuver portable Radiology equipment in tight places, sometimes with limited access.
• Ability to move and manipulate equipment with knobs and switches.
• Ability to move supply boxes and/or equipment weighing up to 45 pounds.
• Ability to move, manipulate and transfer patients weighing up to 400 pounds on/to/from exam table, with assistance as needed.

• ARRT (CT)
• IV Certification
• Contrast Administration experience preferred
• Experience performing similar duties in a trauma setting desired.

• 75% - CT TECHNOLOGIST EXAM/DUTIES
• 25% - GENERAL DEPARTMENTAL FUNCTIONS

The Department of Radiology is a 24-hour, seven day a week operation providing Imaging Services for adult and pediatric inpatients and outpatients.

• Salary or Pay Range: $58.81 - $76.08
• Salary Frequency:
  Hourly
• Salary Grade: 222
• UC
  
  Job Title:
  
  CT TCHNO
• UC Job Code: 009086
• Number of Positions:
• Appointment Type:
  Staff:
  Career
• Percentage of Time: 100
• Shift (Work Schedule): 2
• (100%) Week 1:
  Sunday-Wednesday , Week 2:
  Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Saturday
• (100%) Sunday-Wednesday
• Location:
  
  Main Hospital (HSP
  001)
• Union Representation: EX-Patient Care Technical
• Benefits Eligible:
  Yes
• This position is 100% on-site

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