Carson Tahoe
CT TECHNOLOGIST PER DIEM
Carson Tahoe, Carson City, NV, United States
Description
Carson City, NV | Per Diem
About Carson Tahoe Health
CTH is a not-for-profit healthcare system with 240 licensed acute care beds, fully accredited by the Center for Improvement in Healthcare Quality (CIHQ). CTH was voted 5th most beautiful hospital in the nation nestled among the foothills of the Sierra Nevada in North Carson City and only a short drive away from world-famous Lake Tahoe & Reno. We serve a population of over 250,000 and feature two hospitals, two urgent cares, an emergent care center, outpatient services and a provider network with 19 regional locations.
Summary
• Performs a variety of imaging procedures, including CT scans, to obtain images for use in diagnosis and treatment of pathologies. Assists radiologists and other specialists in performing diagnostic and interventional procedures. Provides procedure-related patient care and education. Maintains records and documents of procedures.
Responsibilities
• Performs routine and emergent CT scans.• Explains and prepares patients for procedures and assists the radiologist with obtaining consent forms.• Positions patient in most suitable anatomical position. Practices radiation protection procedures according to ALARA (as low as reasonably achievable) for patients, self and others.• Practices medical and surgical aseptic and sterile techniques.• Documents patient assessment/history to procedures and provides patient care and education to meet patient's physical and psychological needs.• Assists physicians (radiologist, cardiologist, and other specialists) in performing image guided diagnostic and invasive procedures. • Performs and documents equipment quality control according to department protocols; recognizes and reports and malfunction or variation to supervisor for recommended service or replacement.• Responsible for following department workflow and completing patient and department records, including billing exams appropriately and reviewing images for diagnostic quality. Performs associated clerical tasks as needed.• Performs CT imaging procedures using equipment, related accessories and contrast media as ordered.• Performs other related duties as assigned.
Qualifications
o Registration with American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) in Radiography (R) and Computerized axial Tomography (CT) upon hire.o State of Nevada license in Radiography.o Current American Heart Association (AHA) Basic Life Support/Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (BLS) for Healthcare Providerso Must be able to work at any in or out patient location according to a monthly schedule or as needed.
Top 5 Reasons to Live in Carson City, Nevada
Carson City, NV | Per Diem
About Carson Tahoe Health
CTH is a not-for-profit healthcare system with 240 licensed acute care beds, fully accredited by the Center for Improvement in Healthcare Quality (CIHQ). CTH was voted 5th most beautiful hospital in the nation nestled among the foothills of the Sierra Nevada in North Carson City and only a short drive away from world-famous Lake Tahoe & Reno. We serve a population of over 250,000 and feature two hospitals, two urgent cares, an emergent care center, outpatient services and a provider network with 19 regional locations.
Summary
• Performs a variety of imaging procedures, including CT scans, to obtain images for use in diagnosis and treatment of pathologies. Assists radiologists and other specialists in performing diagnostic and interventional procedures. Provides procedure-related patient care and education. Maintains records and documents of procedures.
Responsibilities
• Performs routine and emergent CT scans.• Explains and prepares patients for procedures and assists the radiologist with obtaining consent forms.• Positions patient in most suitable anatomical position. Practices radiation protection procedures according to ALARA (as low as reasonably achievable) for patients, self and others.• Practices medical and surgical aseptic and sterile techniques.• Documents patient assessment/history to procedures and provides patient care and education to meet patient's physical and psychological needs.• Assists physicians (radiologist, cardiologist, and other specialists) in performing image guided diagnostic and invasive procedures. • Performs and documents equipment quality control according to department protocols; recognizes and reports and malfunction or variation to supervisor for recommended service or replacement.• Responsible for following department workflow and completing patient and department records, including billing exams appropriately and reviewing images for diagnostic quality. Performs associated clerical tasks as needed.• Performs CT imaging procedures using equipment, related accessories and contrast media as ordered.• Performs other related duties as assigned.
Qualifications
o Registration with American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) in Radiography (R) and Computerized axial Tomography (CT) upon hire.o State of Nevada license in Radiography.o Current American Heart Association (AHA) Basic Life Support/Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (BLS) for Healthcare Providerso Must be able to work at any in or out patient location according to a monthly schedule or as needed.
Top 5 Reasons to Live in Carson City, Nevada
- Live, work and play in one of the most beautiful regions in the world
- Enjoy an array of outdoor activities world class skiing, golf, camping, mountain biking, hiking, water skiing, kayaking, hunting and fishing
- Just next door is Beautiful Lake Tahoe
- We are minutes from Reno known as the 'biggest little city in the world' - Fine dining, nightlife, shopping and home to the University of Nevada Reno.
- Family friendly atmosphere with affordable housing & excellent school system
- No State Income Tax
- Medical, Dental, Vision, FSA, Telehealth
- Paid Time Off, Mental Health, and Volunteer Days
- 100% Vested 401K & Roth with Company Contribution
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Referral Bonuses
- On Site Education & Certification Programs
- Base Wage Increases for Relevant Advanced Degrees
- Free Calm App Subscription