CT Special Imaging Tech

Good Samaritan Regional Medical Center; Oregon; On-site; USD 75,000 - 97,000; Full time

Job summary

Good Samaritan Regional Medical Center is seeking a CT Technologist to perform high-quality CT procedures within the scope of state licensure and without direct supervision. You will evaluate patients, select proper technical factors, and acquire diagnostic images for radiologists.

Qualified candidates hold ARRT RT(R) and CT credentials, an Oregon radiologic license, and BLS. Hospital experience is preferred, with strong teamwork in a fast-paced imaging department.

Qualifications

• Current ARRT RT(R) credential required; registry eligible within 6 months of hire.
• Current ARRT CT credential within one year of hire.
• Current unencumbered Oregon license in Radiologic Technology; temporary license upon hire and permanent within 6 months.
• Healthcare Provider BLS required.
• Experience in a hospital setting preferred.

Responsibilities

• Performs high-quality CT procedures within licensure scope at technical and professional level.
• Evaluates patients and uses proper technical factors for diagnostic image production.
• Operates CT equipment to produce diagnostic images for physician interpretation.

Skills

Adaptability/Flexibility/Social Perce

Communication/Medical Terminology

Confidentiality/Health IT

Customer Service

Safety/Mechanical

Stress Management/Time Mgmt

Education

ARRT RT(R) credential

ARRT CT credential within 1 year

Oregon Radiologic Tech license

Healthcare Provider BLS

Hospital experience preferred

Job description

JOB SUMMARY/PURPOSE

• Performs high-quality computerized axial tomography procedures within the scope of state licensure at a technical and professional level that does not require direct supervision. Performs appropriate patient evaluation and uses proper technical factors for diagnostic image production.

DEPARTMENT DESCRIPTION

• The Diagnostic Imaging teams at Samaritan Health Services use state-of-the-art imaging technology while providing health care teams with the information needed for a fast, accurate diagnosis. Imaging services include: X-Ray, Fluoroscopy, Bone Density, CT Scan, Digital Mammography, MRI, Nuclear Medicine, and Ultrasound services. We now offer PET-CT scans, the latest in diagnostic imaging technology and one of the most powerful imaging tools that physicians can use to help diagnose and treat patients with cancer and other diagnoses.

EXPERIENCE/EDUCATION/QUALIFICATIONS

• Current ARRT RT(R) credential required. If registry eligible, credential within six (6) months of hire required.


• Current ARRT (CT) credential within one (1) year of hire required.


• Current unencumbered Oregon license in Radiologic Technology required. If a new graduate, temporary license upon hire and permanent license within six (6) months of hire required.


• Healthcare Provider BLS required.


• Experience in a hospital setting preferred.

KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES

• Adaptability/Flexibility/Social Perceptiveness: Basic understanding of age-related differences in caring for and communicating with patients and caregivers. Ability to respond quickly and appropriately to urgent situations that may arise with diverse patient populations, as well as adjust actions in relation to others and adapt to offer best possible care to patients. Possess sensitivity to the needs and experiences of others and a non-judgmental attitude towards persons of differing standards, values, lifestyles, and ages.


• Communication/Medical Terminology: Effective written and oral communication skills to explain complex issues, exchange information between team members, and tactfully discuss issues. Knowledge of medical records, procedures, and terminology.


• Confidentiality/Health Information Technology: Knowledge of and ability to comply with State and Federal (HIPAA) laws pertaining to confidentiality of protected health information and how it applies to health information technology.


• Customer Service: Knowledge of principles and processes for providing customer service. This includes customer needs assessment, meeting quality standards for services and evaluation of customer satisfaction.


• Safety/Mechanical: Knowledge of safety practices and procedures, as well as knowledge of equipment and systems and the ability to promote safe and secure operations.


• Stress Management/Problem Solving/Time Management: Ability to maintain patience and composure in high stress/difficult situations. Ability to organize, plan and prioritize work to be completed within required time frames and to follow-up on pending issues. Ability to perform multiple tasks simultaneously and thrive in dynamic fast-paced environments.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• Rarely (1 - 10% of the time)


• Occasionally (11 - 33% of the time)


• Frequently (34 - 66% of the time)


• Continually (67 - 100% of the time)


• CLIMB - LADDER


• KNEEL (on knees)


• CRAWL (hands & knees)


• SIT


• CLIMB - STAIRS


• LIFT (Floor to Waist: 0\"-36\") 0 - 20 Lbs


• LIFT (Waist to Eye: up to 54\") 0 - 20 Lbs


• SQUAT Static (hold >30 sec)


• SQUAT Repetitive


• REACH - Upward


• CARRY 1-handed, 0 - 20 pounds


• CARRY 2-handed, 0 - 20 pounds


• PINCH Fingers


• STAND


• WALK - LEVEL SURFACE


• REACH - Forward


• ROTATE TRUNK Sitting


• ROTATE TRUNK Standing


• WALK - INCLINE


• PUSH (60 or more pounds force)


• GRASP Hand/Fist


• PULL (60 or more pounds force)


• BEND FORWARD at waist


• MANUAL DEXTERITY Hands/wrists


• FINGER DEXTERITY


• None specified