CT Technologist

St Michael Medical Center; Port Orchard (WA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

St Michael Medical Center in Port Orchard is looking for a dedicated CT Technologist to utilize your skills in capturing diagnostic images that assist our Radiologists in making accurate diagnoses. You will engage compassionately with patients, ensuring a positive experience during diagnostic procedures.

The ideal candidate will have a strong background in Radiological Technology and excellent patient care. Responsibilities include operating CT equipment and documenting patient interactions.

Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited Radiological Technology school.
• One year of work experience in a relevant position.
• Registered Technologist Radiography ARRT.
• Basic Life Support - CPR certification.

Responsibilities

• Capture precise diagnostic images using CT equipment.
• Explain procedures to patients and answer their questions.
• Deliver care to patients of all age groups during CT services.
• Document patient care notes and incidents in charts.

Skills

Diagnostic imaging expertise

Patient care

Radiological Technology knowledge

Education

Graduation from an accredited school of Radiological Technology

Registered Technologist Radiography ARRT

Basic Life Support - CPR

Medical Radiographer: WA

Job description

Job Summary and Responsibilities

As our CT Technologist, you will utilize your expertise to capture precise diagnostic images, enabling our Radiologists to accurately diagnose and/or rule out diverse medical conditions.

Every day, you will adeptly create detailed cross‑sectional images of the skeleton, tissues, and internal organs. Your compassionate interaction and skill in patient care will be crucial, as you play a significant role in fostering a positive and comforting patient experience throughout the imaging process.

To be successful in this role, you will deeply understand the critical importance of diagnostic imaging. This includes a comprehensive knowledge of general imaging workflow, various patient positioning techniques, and the ability to consistently capture clear results essential for timely and accurate diagnoses that guide effective patient care.

• Executes all diagnostic CT studies operating equipment to include, but not limited to General Electric CT scanners, and workstation, Macintosh G3 computer, and associated patient care equipment.
• Follows formal protocols for all work assignments; explains procedure(s) to patient and responds to questions.
• Completes assigned examinations including filming, jacket retrieval and location of old images.
• Delivers patient care for all age groups of patients requiring CT services, acting as a liaison between the patient and the radiologist.
• Performs basic activities in regard to patient care; responds to emergency situations while delivering patient care
• Consults with nursing floor regarding changes in patient’s condition; documents in‑patient charts with patient care notes and completes incident forms for the time patient is in the CT suite.

Job Requirements

Required

• Graduation from an accredited school of Radiological Technology, (including course work in cross‑sectional anatomy and/or demonstrated skill/knowledge in cross‑sectional anatomy), upon hire and
• One year of work experience in the senior level of the core job family or
• any combination of experience or education that would demonstrate the ability to perform the duties of the position
• Registered Technologist Radiography ARRT, upon hire
• Basic Life Support - CPR, upon hire
• Medical Radiographer: WA, upon hire

Preferred

• One year of work experience as a CT Technologist