Imaging Specialist II - CT - Sharp Memorial Hospital - Day Shift - FT

Company: Sharp HealthCare
Location: San Diego
Posted on: March 6, 2025

Job Description:

Hours:Shift Start Time: 11 AMShift End Time: 9:30 PMAWS Hours Requirement: 10/40 - 10 Hour ShiftAdditional Shift Information: Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and SaturdayWeekend Requirements: As NeededOn-Call Required: NoHourly Pay Range (Minimum - Midpoint - Maximum): $48.140 - $62.110 - $76.080This position is covered by a Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA) with SEIU-UHW. As part of the terms of employment, employees in this role are required to join the union within 31 days of hire and remain a member (e.g. dues paying, fee paying, religious exception contributor) for the duration of the collective bargaining agreement.Job InformationDepartment: CTLocation: Sharp Memorial Hospital - 7901 Frost St. San DiegoJob Type: Full-time with Benefits PackageWork Shift: DayWhat You Will DoTo perform a wide variety of technical procedures in special modalities and general diagnostic on a regular basis with quality patient care, assisting Physicians as needed.Required Qualifications

• Satisfactory completion of formal training program in an AMA approved school and meets the requirements of an appropriate State and/or Federal mandated certification or equivalent.
• ARRT Certificate - ARRT - REQUIRED
• Radiologic Technologist Fluoroscopy Permit - CA Department of Public Health - REQUIRED
• Certified Radiologic Technologist (CRT) - CA Department of Public Health - REQUIRED
• AHA Basic Life Support for Healthcare Professional (AHA BLS Healthcare) - American Heart Association - REQUIRED
• IV Certification (NPTA Sterile Product Certification) - Various - Employee provides certificate - REQUIREDPreferred Qualifications
  • 1 year CT experience
  • ARRT (CT) is preferredEssential Functions
    • Documentation management: Verify physicians written order and assure appropriate clinical indication of ordered exams; Begin exams in RIS; Accurately complete exams in RIS, filling out appropriate information (contrast, fluoroscopy time, QC, resource, technical modifiers, technologist/student/RN/Radiologist); Provide correct coding of exams, billing modifiers, supplies; Depart patient in RIS when appropriate; Ensure film jacket is properly labeled; Ensure paperwork is filed appropriately.
    • Patient and family education: Provides pre and post procedure education and reassurance to include but not limited to: What the procedure is, how long it is going to take, physician involved, contrast administration and mode of delivery, positioning, instructions related to procedure, the report, patient satisfaction form, etc.; Interacts and communicates in a manner to reflect an understanding of the patient's age, culture, state of health, level of comprehension; Communicates and interacts with the patient's family in a way that is perceived positive and supportive while maintaining patient confidentiality.
    • Produce high quality exams: Understands and applies appropriate imaging techniques; Positions according to department imaging protocols; Labels and identifies studies correctly using legal marker set; Uses imaging equipment proficiently; Uses imaging agents (contrast) according to protocol.
    • Quality assurance: Verifies patient identification and pregnancy status; Implements safe, efficient and therapeutic care; Assists Radiologist in procedures while practicing sterile techniques to prevent cross-contamination; Performs proper procedure on proper patient; Demonstrates knowledge of universal precautions; Observes the patient, reports any changes in status, and initiates appropriate action to ensure a positive outcome; Follows patient's Advanced Directive; Maintains strict patient confidentiality, keeps work discussion professional and limited to private areas.Sharp HealthCare is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, status as a protected veteran, among other things, or status as a qualified individual with disability or any other protected class.
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