Senior CT Technologist

Title: Senior CT Technologist

Location: Laguna Hills, CA

Department: CAT Scan

Status: Per Diem

Shift: Nights (8hr)

Pay Rate*: $58.00

MemorialCare is a nonprofit integrated health system that includes four leading hospitals, award-winning medical groups – consisting of over 200 sites of care, and more than 2,000 physicians throughout Orange and Los Angeles Counties. We are committed to increasing access to patient-centric, affordable, and high-quality healthcare; your personal contributions are integral to MemorialCare's recognition as a market leader and innovator in value-based and other care models. 

Across our family of medical centers, we support each one of our bright, talented employees in reaching the highest levels of professional development, contribution, collaboration, and accountability. Whatever your role and whatever expertise you bring, we are dedicated to helping you achieve your full potential in an environment of respect, innovation, and teamwork.

Position Summary

The CT Technologist is technically competent to perform all routine CT, X-ray exams; and 3D reconstructions as applicable within the scope of the CT Imaging Services Department. Performs technical duties utilizing CT equipment and supplies to obtain satisfactory imaging for CT exams and CT guided procedures performed on patients of all ages whether performed with contrast or not. Performs clerical duties specific to all areas of the Imaging Services Department. Standby and on-call duties are job expectations.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities of the Job

• Utilizes all electronic systems effectively, efficiently, and appropriately.
• Assists with clerical duties.
• Demonstrates the required technical knowledge to perform quality imaging for all CT exams and CT guided procedures while providing quality patient care and safety.
• Performs quality imaging appropriate to patients of all ages and conditions.
• Assures appropriate patient identification is performed and indication and history for exam is documented.
• Ensures patient and family education is accomplished as appropriate and according to department policies.
• Arrives to assigned workstation on time and prepared to work.
• Follows corporate, hospital, department, state and federal regulations, policies, procedures, and directives
• Interacts in a positive and constructive manner with everyone
• Demonstrates ability to prioritize and multitask
• Demonstrates knowledge regarding the safe use of contrast 

*Placement in the pay range is based on multiple factors including, but not limited to, relevant years of experience and qualifications. In addition to base pay, there may be additional compensation available for this role, including but not limited to, shift differentials, extra shift incentives, and bonus opportunities. Health and wellness is our passion at MemorialCare—that includes taking good care of employees and their dependents. We offer high quality health insurance plan options, so you can select the best choice for your family. And there’s more...Check out our MemorialCare Benefits for more information about our Benefits and Rewards.

Minimum Requirements

Qualifications/Work Experience:

• 10 or more years’ experience in performing routine CT, ED, Trauma and CT knowledge of CT guided biopsy procedures in an acute care hospital required.
• Demonstrated knowledge of CT cross sectional anatomy and scanning protocols with 3D image reconstruction experience.
• Ability and knowledge to mentor and share experience/expertise with less experienced CT staff.

Education/Licensure/Certification:

• CRT, Diagnostic and Fluoroscopy Required
• ARRT/CT Certification Required
• American Heart Association Basic Life Support Card Required
• IV Certification Required