What are the responsibilities and job description for the CT Technologist position at UC Davis Center for Precision Medicine and Data Sciences?
- ARRT (American Registry of Radiologic Technologist) Certification
- American Heart Association (AHA) Basic Life Support (BLS) or UC Davis Health CPR
- California Radiology Technologist of Radiology (CRT-R_ Certification
- American Registry of Radiologic Technologist ARRT(R) or ARRT(R)(CT)
- ARRT CT within six months of hire
- IV Certification within six months of hire
- No minimum education requirements
- Contrast administration experience
- 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.
- Comprehensive knowledge of radiology principles and practices including anatomy and physiology, radiation protection and physics, radiographic positioning, surgical and nursing procedures.
- Ability to remain flexible with scheduling changes throughout day to accommodate patient care needs.
- Ability to use basic nursing skills and CPR.
- Skill to communicate clearly and effectively on the telephone, in person and written document.
- Skill to organize workload by priority to produce a sufficient volume of work in a timely manner.
- Ability to react quickly and knowledgeably in emergency situations.
- Must be a self-starter requiring minimal direction from supervisor or physicians.
- Knowledge and ability to fill out departmental and hospital report forms and records.
- Knowledge of Department Policy and Procedure.