CT Technologist - CT Scanner - Part Time 12 Hour Days (Non-Exempt) (Union)

About this role

The CAT Scan Technologist provides support for the radiologists in the performance of highly specialized procedures in computed tomography studies.

Essential Duties • Organizes, plans and directs activities relating to patients and procedures for their designated area. • Demonstrates computer science knowledge and principles related to CT scanning and films according to approved protocols. • Demonstrates complete working knowledge of imaging equipment and computer software necessary to perform studies. Calibrates imaging systems periodically as required (i.e., tube warm-up). • Prepares and positions patient for CT Scan procedure; biopsy/aspiration procedures, sets up procedure trays. Demonstrates correct and adequate anatomic positioning skills. Procedures are planned and executed considering physiologic and developmental age. Serves infants through geriatric. • Adjusts technical factors in proportion to patient age and body part being examined while minimizing radiation. • Reviews exam for proper positioning, technique and identification as per approved protocols. • Confirms patient identification by verifying name and birthdate. • Reviews doctor’s order and requisition for physician notes and/or special instructions, reviews with radiologist and patient if necessary, to assure safety and appropriateness. • Recognizes emergency situations, indicate code and properly administer aid as needed. • Provides radiation protection to patient, staff and self according to prescribed safety standards. • Practices sterile technique and prevents cross contamination to patient and instruments. • Records pertinent patient information and completes all paperwork as required and assists in maintaining files. Performs billing functions timely and accurately. • Prepares exam for reading by scanning all supporting documents into PACS. • Participate in after hours callback, including weekends and holidays. • Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications • Req High school or equivalent • Req Specialized/technical training Graduate of an AMA approved program in Radiologic Technology. • Pref 2 years Experience as a CT Technologist • Req Registered Technologist - R.T. (ARRT) • Req Certified Radiologic Technologist (CA DPH) • Req Radiologic Technologist Fluoroscopy Permit (CA DPH) • Req Basic Life Support (BLS) Healthcare Provider from American Heart Association • Req Fire Life Safety Training (LA City) If no card upon hire, one must be obtained within 30 days of hire and maintained by renewal before expiration date. (Required within LA City only) • Pref Advanced CT

Keck Hospital of USC, a 343-bed acute care hospital, provides exceptional and innovative care for complex medical and surgical conditions across a wide range of specialties. The hospital’s world-renowned physicians deliver compassionate, customized, patient-centered care and treat the most acutely ill patients with highly innovative techniques and treatment plans. As a leading academic medical center, hundreds of clinical trials are currently taking place at Keck Hospital and its affiliated research institutions, giving patients access to novel and promising therapies that are generally not available elsewhere. Every day at Keck Hospital, physicians, nurses and staff go beyond the science of exceptional medicine to bring patients breakthroughs in the art of caring. Join this world-class team providing highly specialized care, up-to-the-minute research, and innovative clinical trials.

The hourly rate range for this position is $46.80 - $79.56. When extending an offer of employment, the University of Southern California considers factors such as (but not limited to) the scope and responsibilities of the position, the candidate’s work experience, education/training, key skills, internal peer equity, federal, state, and local laws, contractual stipulations, grant funding, as well as external market and organizational considerations.                                                   

USC is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, or any other characteristic protected by law or USC policy. USC observes affirmative action obligations consistent with state and federal law. USC will consider for employment all qualified applicants with criminal records in a manner consistent with applicable laws and regulations, including the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for employers and the Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and with due consideration for patient and student safety. Please refer to the   Background Screening Policy Appendix D   for specific employment screen implications for the position for which you are applying. 

We provide reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities. Applicants with questions about access or requiring a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process should contact USC Human Resources by phone at (213) 821-8100, or by email at  uschr@usc.edu . Inquiries will be treated as confidential to the extent permitted by law.

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