CT Technologist

Kaiser Permanente Northwest; Oregon; On-site; USD 81,000 - 94,000; Full time

Job summary

Kaiser Sunnyside Medical Center in Oregon is seeking a Certified Radiologic Technologist to operate CT scanners and related radiographic equipment. You will perform routine through special examinations, communicate with the health care team, and ensure patient safety using ALARA principles.

Responsibilities include PACS administration, contrast administration, quality assurance, and supporting patient transport while maintaining room cleanliness and on-call coverage as needed.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Licensure as Radiologic Technologist or Oregon license required at hire.
• ARRT certification and CT specialty certification required at hire.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) within 1 month of hire.
• Proof of continuing education and infection control training as per policy.
• Customer-focused communication and ability to work without direct supervision.

Responsibilities

• Perform diagnostic radiologic procedures including CT and other exams per policy.
• Explain procedures, ensure patient comfort, and minimize radiation exposure.
• Operate PACS, manage records, and assist with screen for contraindications.
• Report equipment issues and participate in on-call or standby rotation.

Skills

ALARA exposure control

Patient communication

Team collaboration

Equipment troubleshooting

PACS proficiency

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Associates degree in Radiologic Science

Bachelor's degree in Radiologic Science

Tools

CT equipment operation software

Cross-sectional anatomy knowledge

Contrast administration procedures

Job description

Job Summary

Under direct supervision, operates CT scanners and other radiographic equipment to produce high quality diagnostic images. To perform all duties, including clerical duties as needed, in a manner which promotes team concepts and reflects the KPNW mission and philosophy.

• Performing diagnostic procedures, using knowledge, skills and abilities required for age of patient served to include: routine, emergent, biopsy, and/or special procedure examinations in accordance with department policies and procedures. Communicate all necessary information to other members of the health care team. Provides service-orientated communication with the patient; explaining procedure; answering questions. Applies appropriate measures (ALARA principles) for minimizing radiation exposure.
• File work/Reception/computer including PACs functions. Administering contrast media as directed, in accordance with all policies and procedures. Protocol exams according to established departmental directives. Assist with screening patients for contraindications.
• Quality Assurance functions and troubleshoot equipment. Restocking supplies/cleaning. Maintains general order and cleanliness of room assigned.
• Performs other duties as assigned. Assist with patient transport as needed. Reports equipment malfunctions appropriately. Participate in on-call or standby schedule as assigned.

Essential Responsibilities

• Performing diagnostic procedures, using knowledge, skills and abilities required for age of patient served to include: routine, emergent, biopsy, and/or special procedure examinations in accordance with department policies and procedures. Communicate all necessary information to other members of the health care team. Provides service-orientated communication with the patient; explaining procedure; answering questions. Applies appropriate measures (ALARA principles) for minimizing radiation exposure.
• File work/Reception/computer including PACs functions. Administering contrast media as directed, in accordance with all policies and procedures. Protocol exams according to established departmental directives. Assist with screening patients for contraindications.
• Quality Assurance functions and troubleshoot equipment. Restocking supplies/cleaning. Maintains general order and cleanliness of room assigned.
• Performs other duties as assigned. Assist with patient transport as needed. Reports equipment malfunctions appropriately. Participate in on-call or standby schedule as assigned.

Experience

Basic Qualifications:

• N/A

Education

• High School Diploma or General Education Development (GED) required.

License, Certification, Registration:

• Certified Radiologic Technologist (Washington) required at hire OR Diagnostic Radiologic Technologist License (Oregon) required at hire
• Basic Life Support within 1 months of hire
• Radiologic Technologist Certification required at hire from American Registry of Radiologic Technologists
• American Registry of Radiologic Technologists Certificate - Computed Tomography required at hire

Additional Requirements

• Proof of continuing education.
• Mandatory Infection control education and training will occur on an annual basis. Knowledge and skills in Infection Control shall be evaluated annually on an oral or written bases per KPNW policy and/or requirements.
• Demonstrates customer-focused service skills.
• Ability to use and apply excellent communication and interpersonal skills with peers and administration.
• Performs all functions at a high level of competence without direct supervision.
• IV Certification will be obtained annually.
• Must be able to work in a Labor/Management Partnership environment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Minimum one (1) year experience as a CT technologist within the past 2 years or minimum six (6) months experience in an acute hospital setting within the last year.
• Prior CT work experience using helical and/or multi-detector technology.
• Attendance at CT and cross-sectional anatomy courses.
• Organizational skills, time management, prioritization, planning; attention to detail; problem solving, decision making, judgment; technical skills; initiative; communication, interpersonal skills, customer relations, organizational relations; adaptability; flexibility.
• Knowledge of cross-sectional anatomy.
• Knowledge of Policies and Procedures.
• Associates degree or higher in Radiologic Science or related field.
• Bachelors degree in Radiologic Science.

Kaiser Permanente is an equal opportunity employer committed to fair, respectful, and inclusive workplaces. Applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic or status.

Primary Location:

Oregon,Clackamas,Kaiser Sunnyside Medical Center

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

30

Shift:

Evening

Workdays:

Sat, Sun, Mon

Working Hours Start:

02:30 PM

Working Hours End:

01:00 AM

Job Schedule:

Part-time

Job Type:

Standard

Worker Location:

Onsite

Employee Status:

Regular

Employee Group/Union Affiliation:

W08|UFCW|Local 555

Job Level:

Individual Contributor

Department:

Sunnyside Medical Center - Cat Scan - 1001

Pay Range:

$58.49 - $68.03 / hour

Kaiser Permanente strives to offer a market competitive total rewards package and is committed to pay equity and transparency. The posted pay range is based on possible base salaries for the role and does not reflect the full value of our total rewards package. Actual base pay determined at offer will be based on labor market data, internal alignment, and a candidate's years of relevant work experience, education, certifications, skills, and geographic location.

Travel:

No

Work Setting:

Onsite

Worker location must align with Kaiser Permanente's Authorized States policy.

Kaiser Permanente is an equal opportunity employer committed to fair, respectful, and inclusive workplaces. Applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic or status.