CT Technologist

CardioNow; Lynnwood (WA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

CardioNow Clinic in Lynnwood, WA is seeking a detail oriented Cardiovascular Technologist to join our imaging team. You will perform cardiac CT imaging and assist with body CT imaging as required, while ensuring high-quality results and patient comfort.

Responsibilities include protocol-driven scanning, using PACS and Athena EMR for image handling and documentation, and collaborating with physicians, nurses, and technologists to provide efficient CT services.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited school of Radiologic Technology or Computed Tomography.
• Completed formal CT course as part of or in addition to formal education.
• Registered by the ARRT in Computed Tomography (ARRT(CT)).
• 1-3 years of experience in Cardiac CT including CCTA.

Responsibilities

• Performs cardiac CT imaging and body CT imaging as needed.
• Sets scanning parameters to meet protocols and quality standards.
• Provides CT images to physician via PACS or other software and documents in EMR.
• Interacts with patients to prepare and position them for examinations.

Skills

Cardiac CT imaging

Radiology teamwork

Patient positioning

Education

Accredited Radiologic Technology or CT program

ARRT CT certification

Active BLS certification

Tools

PACS

Athena EMR

Job description

About The Company

CardioNow Clinic

Lynnwood, WA

CT Technologist

About The Job

CardioNow is hiring a detail oriented Cardiovascular Technologist to join the practice! You will play a pivotal role in diagnosing and treating heart and blood vessel conditions, using sophisticated imaging technologies to provide essential insights that guide patient care. You will report directly to the supervising Physician.

What You’ll Do

• Works collaboratively with the entire CT team of physicians, managers, nurses, and technologists.
• Performs cardiac CT imaging
• Performs body CT imaging if needed
• Performs CT examinations according to established operating clinical protocols and techniques to produce images if high quality.
• Sets the appropriate scanning parameters on equipment such as milliamperage, exposure time, slice thickness, cradle increment, orientation, scan field of view, etc.
• Provides CT images to physician through use of PACS, and/or other specialized interpretation software and enters patients in Athena EMR.
• Analyzes patient's medical records and interviews patient to obtain relevant history as necessary.
• Explains and properly positions patient for examination causing least discomfort or distress. If necessary, uses immobilization apparatus to maintain required position.
• Performs daily quality control testing on CT system, ensures all equipment is adequately maintained and in working order, performs preventative maintenance, and reports equipment failures immediately to supervisor.
• Obtains IV access for administration of contrast media for CT enhancement in accordance with department policy and physician order.
• Practices infection control techniques and adheres to radiology safety guidelines.
• Provides CT services promptly, efficiently, safely, and cost effectively.
• Maintains confidentiality of patients and employees.
• Educates the patient about the test.
• Communicates with patients before the test regarding special instructions or scheduling issues.
• Completes appropriate documents as required (logbooks, worksheets, screening forms, etc.).
• Enters patient data and completes appropriate documentation data into Athena EMR or other health information systems.

What You’ll Need

• Graduate of an accredited school of Radiologic Technology or Computed Tomography
• Completed formalized CT course, as part of or in addition to formal education
• Registered by the American Registry of Radiologic Technology in Computer Tomography
• [ARRT(CT)]
• 1-3 years of experience in performing Cardiac Computerized Tomography (CT), including Cardiac Computed Angiography of the heart and the coronary arteries
• Cardiac stress testing experience required.
• Active Basic Life Support (BLS) certification
• Able to maintain continuing education credits as required by certifying body or society
• Strong preference for those with both cardiac CT and nuclear cardiology
• Ability to correctly identify cardiac imaging protocol in discussion with cardiologists
• Competent to perform and post-process advanced protocols such as: TAVR, Cardiac CTA, Gated Chest, Runoffs, Brain Perfusions, Lung and Heart Screenings, etc

Work Location

Lynnwood, WA office located at 19020 33rd Ave W.

Additional Information

This will be a full time position.