(Archived) Computed Technologist

Computed Technologist job in San Antonio, Texas.

The job is a civilian position within the extensive military medical system. Civilian and military personnel work together in hospitals and clinics providing a full range of services to the active duty military service members, military retirees, and their families.

Our employees are our best assets! Come join our team of healthcare professionals where you are valued.

• Full-time hours
• PTO - fantastic accrual rate
• Paid holidays
• Competitive Compensation
• Benefit Package (health, dental, and vision plans)

Computed Technologist Job Overview:

• Perform routine and emergent CT procedures/services as appropriate to the TO.
• Assist radiologist in biopsies or special procedures in CT.
• Be able to set up and maintain a sterile field
• Train and educate phase II students and permenat party technicians on the use and how to perform all CT examinations.
• Coordinate and communicate with all departments especially the Family Emergency Center on receiving and performing patient care on walk in or emergent patients.
• Provide administrative assistance, this may include scheduling, reception of patients, burning CD's for patient records and accomplishing procedural instructions.
• Adhere to radiation safety policies and procedures in accordance with Radiology Department policies and procedures.
• Send appropriate image series to the radiologist for reading according to MTF protocol.
• Correctly position the patient for the examination and make technical adjustments necessary for the required examination. Determine if any special patient preparation is required.
• Process digital images and submit all necessary items for interpretation by radiologists. Document all procedures and maintain records in accordance with department policy.
• As directed, perform system calibrations and quality control tasks according to the manufacturer and MTF policy. Recognize artifacts and equipment errors and notify designated Government personnel of outlying values.
• Initiate repair call procedures for equipment malfunctions by notifying designated Government personnel. Report problems to the Biomedical Repair Section and record the problem condition in the trouble call log book.
• Observe and report to the radiologist any symptoms which have direct bearing on the patient's condition as a result of adverse reaction to contrast media and inform the radiologist of any condition requiring his/her attention. Recognize the need for and institute the necessary emergency measures for situations where a person requires resuscitation procedures due to cardiac or respiratory arrest.

Computed Technologist Job Qualifications:

• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification by AHA or American Red Cross

• Graduate from an academic program accredited by the Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology (JRCERT)

• Certified by the American Registry of Radiologic Technology (ARRT) and certified as a computed termographist within 1 year of employment.

• Two years of experience as a computed technologist or in the specialty area identified within the last three years.

Position contingent on contract award. Incumbents HIGHLY encourage to contact us! Come join our team of healthcare professionals!