CT Technologist - Catscan Unit (Regular and Per Diem)

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CT Technologist - Catscan Unit (Regular and Per Diem)

Salary

$92,962.80 - $137,214.34 Annually

Location

Moreno Valley

Job Type

Regular

Job Number

25-98768-02JE

Department

RUHS-Medical Center

Division

Catscan-Diagnostic Imaging

Opening Date

08/19/2024

Closing Date

Continuous

ABOUT THE POSITION


The County of Riverside's Computed Tomography (CT) Unit at Riverside University Health Systems - Medical Center is seeking Full-time and Per Diem CT Technologists for swing and night shifts in Moreno Valley.

This role involves preparing and positioning patients for CT scans, ensuring their safety and comfort, explaining procedures, and monitoring for adverse reactions. Responsibilities include operating and maintaining CT equipment, managing supplies, performing quality assurance checks, administering contrast, and interpreting imaging orders. The position requires working with EPIC and SECTRA PACS while adhering to protocols in a Level I Trauma/Stroke accredited facility.

Regular Full-time Rates:
$44.69 - $65.97 Hourly (Commensurate with experience)
Per Diem Rates: 
$62.83

Schedule: 
5/8 Shifts
Commitment of 40 hours per week, including rotating weekends and holidays required. Applicants can specify their preferred shift and job type on their application.

Meet the Team!
Riverside University Health System Website

EXAMPLES OF ESSENTIAL DUTIES

• Perform CT procedures as ordered achieving a high level of quality and accurately critique images to determine if they are of diagnostic quality and adjust factors if an image needs to be repeated; offer expertise to physician regarding appropriateness of additional/modified studies.
• Explain all studies to patients prior to the exam in a caring manner; provide resources to patients and family members about the CT exam and refer them, if appropriate, to a physician.
• Identify, prepare, and/or administer medications as prescribed by a licensed practitioner. 
• Provide protection for patient and self in accordance with prescribed safety standards; ensure the safety and physical comfort of the patient; conduct daily quality control measures to monitor machine performance.
• Calibrate and operate equipment to ensure that the scan is correctly and diagnostically executed in minimal time.
• Safely transfer patients to and from carts, beds, and wheelchairs; position patients to ensure patient comfort and modesty.
• Evaluate images on video display screen for diagnostic quality and presence of artifacts; evaluate videotapes and computer-generated information for technical quality; take corrective action as indicated to ensure image quality.
 


MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education: Completion of an AMA-approved Diagnostic Radiologic Technology training program.


Experience: One year of hospital CT experience preferred.


License: Current California Radiologic Technologist License, Fluoroscopy Permit, ARRT Advanced-level certification in Radiography and CT, Venipuncture certification, and BLS Certification by AHA.


SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION

Per Diem Benefits: 


- Flexible work schedule 

- Holiday Premium Pay 

- 5 Paid Sick Days 

- Eligible for medical benefits 

- Teaching Hospital & Level 2 Trauma Center 

- Eligible for education reimbursement/discount

Per Diem employees participate in the 401(a) Temporary and Part-Time Employees' Retirement Plan and are required to contribute 3.75% of their salary to the pension plan. The County shall contribute an annual

percentage based on, at a minimum, the actuarial valuation for that year.


 ** Per Diem personnel are distinguished from regular employees in that they receive additional compensation in lieu of County fringe benefits.**


For questions regarding this recruitment please contact the recruiter, Jill Eastman at JEastman@rivco.org


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APPLICATION INFORMATION

Veteran's Preference 
The County has a Veterans Preference Policy applicable to new hires. To qualify, upload a copy of your (or your spouse's) Member-4 Form DD-214 indicating dates of service, and a copy of your spouse's letter of disability (if applicable) with your application. For privacy reasons, it is recommended that you remove your social security information from the document(s). A Human Resources Representative will review the materials and determine if you qualify for veterans' preference. The Veterans Preference Policy, C-3 is available here:  https://rivcocob.org/board-policies 

 

Reasonable Accommodations
The County of Riverside is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to applicants as required by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and Fair Employment and Housing Act (FEHA). Qualified individuals with disabilities who need a reasonable accommodation during the application or selection process should contact the recruiter for the position noted above. For additional information and/or to obtain the appropriate form for requesting a reasonable accommodation, please visit the Disability Access Office web page located at: https://rc-hr.com/disability 

 

Proof of Education 
If using education to qualify or when requested by the recruiter, upload a copy of any license(s), official/unofficial transcript(s), degrees, and/or related employment documents to your NeoGov account at the time of application and before the closing date. Official or unofficial transcripts will be accepted.

If your education was completed outside of the United States, you will need to provide a copy of your Foreign Education Equivalency evaluation from a member of the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) or Association of International Credential Evaluators, Inc. (AICE).

 

Equal Opportunity Employer
The County of Riverside is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is the policy of the County of Riverside to provide equal employment opportunities for all qualified persons. All applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, ancestry, medical condition (cancer and genetic characteristics), genetic information, or denial of medical and family care leave, or any other non-job-related factors.

 

Pre-Employment
All employment offers are contingent upon successful completion of pre-employment requirements including a criminal background investigation, which involves fingerprinting. (A felony or misdemeanor conviction may disqualify the applicant from County employment).  A pre-employment physical examination and background check may be required.

 

Probationary Period
As an Approved Local Merit System, all County of Riverside employees, except those serving "At Will," are subject to the probationary period provisions as specified in the applicable Memorandum of Understanding, County Resolution, or Salary Ordinance. Temporary and Per Diem employees serve at the pleasure of the agency/department head.

 

General Information
Current County of Riverside and/or current employees of the hiring department may receive priority consideration. Qualified candidates may be considered for future County vacancies. 

 

Job postings may close without notice based on application volume. Submit your complete application by the recruitment close date; no late applications are accepted. Ensure all relevant experience/education is reflected on your application/resume, as a failure to demonstrate position requirements may disqualify applicants. A description of job duties directly copied from the job classification or job posting will not be considered.

 

Please read and follow any special application instructions on this posting. Click the 'Apply' link located on this page to submit your application. For additional instructions on the application process, examinations, Veteran's preference, pre-employment accommodation or other employment questions, please refer to our web site, www.rc-hr.com

 

If you are experiencing technical problems, you may contact the governmentjobs.com applicant support desk Monday through Friday, 6 am to 5 pm Pacific Time at support@governmentjobs.com or toll-free 1-855-524-5627.


Click here to learn more about the benefits of working for the County of Riverside

MEDICAL/DENTAL/VISION INSURANCE: A choice of different medical, dental and visions plan are available to elect. The County provides a Flexible Benefit Credit contribution as governed by the applicable SEIU Memorandum of Understanding to contribute towards the cost of these plans.

Note: Employees on assignment through the Temporary Assignment Program (TAP) receive different benefits. See the list here.

MISCELLANEOUS RETIREMENT:  County of Riverside has three retirement Tiers through the California Public Employees' Retirement System (CalPERS).

  • Tier I (Classic Member – Formula 3% @ 60): Applicable to current and former County of Riverside local miscellaneous employees hired prior to 08/24/2012 and did not withdraw CalPERS contributions. The employee contribution is eight (8%) percent.
  • Tier II (Classic Member – Formula 2% @ 60): Applicable to local miscellaneous employees 1) hired after 08/23/2012 through 12/31/2012; 2) Previously employed with another CalPERS contracting public agency or a reciprocal retirement system, with a break in service of less than six months between the separation date with the previous employer and the appointment date with the County of Riverside. The employee contribution is seven (7%) percent.
  • Tier III (PEPRA New Member - Formula 2% @ 62): Applicable to CalPERS local miscellaneous new members hired on or after the implementation of the Public Employees' Pension Reform Act of 2013 (PEPRA) which took effect January 1, 2013. Effective July 1, 2023 employee contributions are 7.25% and will increase to 7.75% effective July 1, 2024.

A new member is defined as any of the following:

  1. A new hire who enters CalPERS membership for the first time on or after January 1, 2013, and who has no prior membership in any California Public Retirement System.
  2. A new hire who enters CalPERS membership for the first time on or after January 1, 2013, and who was a member with another California Public Retirement System prior to that date, but who is not subject to reciprocity upon joining CalPERS.
  3. A member who first established CalPERS membership prior to January 1, 2013, and who is rehired by a different CalPERS agency after a break in service of greater than six (6) months.

CalPERS refers to all members that do not fit within the definition of a new member as "classic members".

Contribution rates are subject to change based on the County of Riverside annual actuarial valuation.

 

Note:

This summary is for general information purposes only. Additional questions regarding retirement formulas can be sent to retirement@rivco.org or by calling the Benefits Information Line at (951) 955-4981,
Option 2.

If you have prior service credit with another CalPERS agency or within agencies, please contact CalPERS at (888) 225-7377 to determine which retirement tier would be applicable to you. CalPERS is governed by the Public Employees' Retirement Law.  The Retirement Law is complex and subject to change.  If there's any conflict between this summary and the law, the law will prevail over this summary.

DEFERRED COMPENSATION: Voluntary employee contribution with a choice between two 457 deferred compensation plan options.

VACATION ACCRUAL (Bi-Weekly Accrual):

0 < 3 year = 80 Hours (10 Days)

4 < 9 years = 120 Hours (15 Days)

10 or more years = 160 Hours (20 Days)

Maximum Vacation leave accumulation is 480 hours.

SICK LEAVE: Four (4) hours Sick Leave accrual per pay period with unlimited accrual.

HOLIDAYS: Normally 12 paid holidays per year.

BEREAVEMENT LEAVE: Allowed 5 days (3 days are County paid; 2 additional days can be taken from accrued Sick Leave balance).

BASIC LIFE INSURANCE: Equal to one times annual base salary not to exceed $50,000 of term life coverage. Premiums are paid by the County. Additional Supplemental Life plan is available for employee purchase.

DISABILITY: Short-term Disability benefit pays up to a maximum of $461.54 weekly, payable up to a maximum of 52 weeks.

POST RETIREMENT MEDICAL CONTRIBUTION: A monthly contribution is made by the County towards retiree health insurance offered through the County as governed by the applicable SEIU Memorandum of Understanding.

OTHER: There may be other benefit provisions as specified in the applicable Memorandum of Understanding. Please contact the recruiter listed on the job posting directly for more information.

01
Do you hold a current, valid California Radiologic Technologist (CRT) Certificate and Fluoroscopy permit from the State of California Department of Public Health?
  • Yes
  • No
02
Please provide your California Radiologic Technologist (CRT) Certificate Number.
03
Do you possess a valid Computed Tomography (CT) Technologist credential from the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT)?
  • Yes
  • No
04
Do you have a valid venipuncture certificate?
  • Yes
  • No
  • No, but I can obtain one
05
Do you have a current Basic Life Support Certification from the American Heart Association?
  • Yes
  • No
  • No, but I can obtain one
06
I understand this Per Diem position requires a full-time commitment (40 hours per week), including rotating weekends and holidays, and I am willing and able to meet this requirement.
  • Yes
  • No
07
Please specify your shift availability:
  • I am available for Swing Shift only.
  • I am available for Graveyard Shift only.
  • I am available for a position on either the Swing shift or the Graveyard Shift.
  • I am not available for either Swing or Graveyard Shifts.
08
Please specify the type of employment you are willing to accept:
  • Full-time
  • Per Diem
  • Both Full-time and Per Diem

Required Question

Employer
County of Riverside
Address
County Admin. Center P.O. Box 1569
4080 Lemon St., 7th floor
Riverside, California, 92502-1569
Phone
(951) 955-3500