CT Technologist
Company: University of California- Davis Health
Location: Sacramento
Posted on: May 21, 2025
Job Description:
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Job Summary
#CA-DKThe CT Technologist is responsible for performing a variety
of diagnostic imaging procedures using CT equipment to aid in
patient diagnosis and treatment. This role operates CT control
consoles, positions patients, and ensures high-quality imaging,
while adhering to radiation safety protocols and quality control
measures. The technologist prepares and administers contrast media,
assists radiologists in guided procedures, and maintains equipment
cleanliness and readiness. Additionally, the position requires
patient interaction, ensuring understanding of procedures and
addressing any concerns. The technologist also contributes to
departmental functions, including process improvements, equipment
maintenance, and maintaining a clean, organized work
environment.
Explore our Web site and see examples of how the department
provides subspecialty-based clinical imaging services that are of
the highest quality, and of contemporary research programs that
utilize imaging to achieve a greater understanding of health,
disease and the delivery of appropriate and cost-effective care.
Apply By Date Minimum Qualifications For full consideration,
applicants are encouraged to upload license and/or certification if
required of the position
ARRT (American Registry of Radiologic
Technologist) CertificationAmerican Heart Association (AHA) Basic
Life Support (BLS) or UC Davis Health CPRCalifornia Radiology
Technologist of Radiography (CRT-R) CertificationAmerican Registry
of Radiologic Technologist ARRT(R) or ARRT(R)(CT)ARRT(CT) within
six months of hireIV Certification within six months of
hireDemonstrated 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. Preferred Qualifications
ARRT (CT) Contrast administration
experience IV Certification Experience performing similar duties in
a trauma setting desired.
Key Responsibilities
75% - CT TECHNOLOGIST EXAMS/DUTIES25%
- GENERAL DEPARTMENTAL FUNCTIONS Department Overview The UC Davis
Department of Radiology performs imaging and therapeutic procedures
for patients throughout Northern California. Our radiological
services are timely, cost-effective, appropriate and of the highest
quality. Routine and specialized imaging studies, visceral and
vascular intervention procedures, and contemporary
neuro-interventional services are available.
The Department of Radiology serves the broader community by
contributing to the understanding of health and disease through our
diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives, imaging and imaging
technology-related clinical and basic science research.
The department's missions focus on education, imaging-related
research, and achieving the professional goals of our students,
faculty and staff. Departmental educational programs are
predominately directed towards the training of residents, medical
students, and fellows as well as continued educational achievement
of our faculty and staff, presenting at regional and national
courses in postgraduate medical education. Department Specific Job
Scope Work routines are guided by established procedures and
protocols; quality of work performed is approved or reviewed by the
Lead mammogrpahy technologist, quality control technologist,
Supervisor or appropriate radiologist. The incumbent operates
various types of imaging equipment to provide diagnostic images for
interpretation by a radiologist. The individual will maintain and
operate equipment according to manufacturers' operation manual. The
individual will comply and adhere to department protocols, UCDHS
Policies and Procedures, Department of Radiology Policies and
Procedures and other applicable work rules and regulations. The
technologist must act with initiative and responsibility to achieve
maximum radiographic quality. All duties and responsibilities will
be performed calmly in stressful situations and interact with
radiologists, clinicians and peers in a cooperative, harmonious
manner for maximum effectiveness. Incumbent must be able to
satisfactorily perform all job functions deemed by the Department
of Radiology. POSITION INFORMATION
Salary or Pay Range: $56.01 -
$72.46Salary Frequency: Hourly Salary Grade: 222UC Job Title: CT
TCHNOUC Job Code: 009086Number of Positions: 1Appointment Type:
Staff: CareerPercentage of Time: 60%Shift (Work Schedule): Fri
1300-2130, Sat-Sun 0930-1800Location: 48X (4868XST)Union
Representation: EX-Patient Care TechnicalBenefits Eligible: YesThis
position is 100% on-siteTHIS IS NOT AN H-1B VISA OPPORTUNITY
Benefits Outstanding benefits and perks are among the many rewards
of working for the University of California. UC Davis offers a full
range of benefits, resources and programs to help you bring your
best self to work, as well as to help you and your family achieve
your health, wellness, financial and career goals. Learn more about
the benefits below and eligibility rules by visiting either our
handy or and our .
If you are represented by a union, benefits are negotiated between
the University of California (UC) and your union and finalized in a
contract. Read your bargaining unit's employment contract, stay
abreast of current negotiations and learn about collective
bargaining at UC:
https://ucnet.universityofcalifornia.edu/labor/bargaining-units/index.html
* High quality and low-cost medical plans to choose from to fit
your family's needs
* UC pays for Dental and Vision insurance premiums for you and your
family
* Extensive leave benefits including Pregnancy and Parental Leave,
Family & Medical Leave
* Paid Holidays annually as stipulated in the UC Davis Health
Policies or Collective Bargaining Agreement
* Paid Time Off/Vacation/Sick Time as stipulated in the UC Davis
Health Policies or Collective Bargaining Agreement
* Continuing Education (CE) allowance and Education Reimbursement
Program as stipulated in the UC Davis Health Policies or Collective
Bargaining Agreement
* Access to free professional development courses and learning
opportunities for personal and professional growth
* WorkLife and Wellness programs and resources
* On-site Employee Assistance Program including access to free
mental health services
* Supplemental insurance offered including additional life,
short/long term disability, pet insurance and legal coverage
* Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSFL) Qualified Employer &
Student Loan Repayment Assistance Program for qualified roles
* Retirement benefit options for eligible roles including Pension
and other Retirement Saving Plans. More information on our
retirement benefits can be found
* UC Davis cares about building a community, which is why we
provide resources to enhance as well as (ERGs) to support our staff
Physical Demands
Standing - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
Walking - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours Sitting - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
Lifting/Carrying 0-25 Lbs - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
Lifting/Carrying 26-50 lbs - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
Lifting/Carrying over 50 lbs - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
Pushing/Pulling 0-25 Lbs - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours Pushing/Pulling
26-50 lbs - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours Pushing/Pulling over 50 lbs -
Frequent 3 to 6 Hours Bending/Stooping - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
Squatting/Kneeling - Occasional Up to 3 Hours Twisting - Frequent 3
to 6 Hours Climbing (e.g., stairs or ladders) - Occasional Up to 3
Hours Reaching overhead - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours Keyboard
use/repetitive motion - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours Environmental Demands
Loud noise levels - Occasional Up to
3 Hours Microwave/Radiation - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours Mental
Demands
Sustained attention and concentration
- Frequent 3 to 6 Hours Complex problem solving/reasoning -
Frequent 3 to 6 Hours Ability to organize & prioritize - Frequent 3
to 6 Hours Communication skills - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
Numerical skills - Occasional Up to 3 Hours Constant Interaction -
Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours Customer/Patient Contact - Continuous 6 to
8+ Hours Multiple Concurrent Tasks - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours Work
Environment UC Davis is a smoke and tobacco free campus effective
January 1, 2014. Smoking, the use of smokeless tobacco products,
and the use of unregulated nicotine products (e-cigarettes) will be
strictly prohibited on any UC Davis owned or leased property,
indoors and outdoors, including parking lots and residential
space.
Must be able to work variable hours, alternate shifts, and
occasional overtime to provide coverage as needed for sick leave,
staffing shortages, etc. Must be able to rotate on-call for
evening, weekend, and holiday coverage per departmental staffing
guidelines (if applicable). Must adhere and support the smoke-free
environment. Must adhere to all policies and procedures. No eating
allowed in work area. Must keep work area clean and free of debris.
Must maintain current medical monitoring and preventive medical
programs including but not limited to TB testing, annual
immunizations, current CPR per JC and CDPH requirements. Physical
Requirements:
Ability to move and manipulate
equipment with knobs and switches. Ability to move supply boxes
and/or equipment weighing up to 45 pounds.Ability to walk on a
continuous, intermittent basis;Ability to move, manipulate and
transfer patients weighing up to 400 pounds on/to/from exam table,
with assistance as needed.Ability to move from location to location
throughout the hospital and other campus (satellite)
locations;Ability to reach and maintain flexion, abduction,
horizontal abduction (away from chest and across chest) with upper
extremities on a frequent, intermittent basis.Ability to stand and
remain upright on one's feet while moving around on a continuous,
intermittent basis.Ability to push and pull objects on a frequent,
intermittent basis.Ability to exert up to 40 pounds of force on a
continuous, intermittent basis while performing exams and pushing
portable equipment, carts, gurneys, and wheelchairs.Ability to
exert up to 100 pounds of force on an occasional, intermittent
basis while performing exams and pushing/positioning portable CT
equipment and/or positioning patients.Ability to twist upper body
on a frequent, intermittent basis.Ability to bend at the waist up
to and including 90 degrees on an occasional, intermittent
basis.Ability to squat and/or kneel on an infrequent basis.Ability
to remain seated on an infrequent, intermittent basis.Ability to
maneuver portable Radiology equipment in tight places, sometimes
with limited access.Ability to see details at close range (within a
few feet of the observer). Ability to write legibly and enter
information in small spaces on preprinted forms.Ability to adjust
the controls of a machine quickly and repeatedly to exact
positions.Ability to make precisely coordinated movements of the
fingers of one or both hands to grasp, manipulate, or assemble very
small objects. Ability to coordinate two or more limbs (for
example, two arms, two legs, or one leg and one arm) while sitting,
standing, or lying down. Ability to wear appropriate radiation
protection apparel, including, but not limited to lead aprons,
glasses and gloves for long periods of time. Ability to communicate
(talk and hear) effectively with hospital personnel and the
public.Ability to work in a very cool environment.Stamina to
perform patient exams which could take long periods of time.Stamina
to handle a high patient volume in a high-pressure department with
constantly changing priorities. Special Requirements - Please
contact your recruiter with questions regarding which activities
apply by position
This is a critical position, as
defined by UC policy and local procedures, and as such, employment
is contingent upon successful completion of background check(s),
including but not limited to criminal record history background
check(s) This is a position with direct access to or responsibility
for controlled substances, high risk hazardous chemicals,
biological or radioactive/nuclear materials This position is
designated as a mandated reporter under CANRA and UC policy, and
employment is contingent on compliance with applicable policies,
procedures and training requirements Misconduct Disclosure
Requirement: As a condition of employment, the final candidate who
accepts a conditional offer of employment will be required to
disclose if they have been subject to any final administrative or
judicial decisions within the last seven years determining that
they committed any misconduct; received notice of any allegations
or are currently the subject of any administrative or disciplinary
proceedings involving misconduct; have left a position after
receiving notice of allegations or while under investigation in an
administrative or disciplinary proceeding involving misconduct; or
have filed an appeal of a finding of misconduct with a previous
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through every challenge, continually striving to improve, and
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individual strengths and shared purpose. The best ideas often
emerge when people with different experiences come together.
As you consider joining UC Davis, we invite you to explore our ,
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University of California, Davis is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender
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