CT Technologist: High-Eearning CT Scans + Up to $15k Bonus

EvergreenHealth; Kirkland (WA); On-site; USD 64,000 - 106,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, vision and dental insurance

Health Savings Account

Tuition assistance

Paid Time Off

Free parking

Commuter benefits

Job summary

EvergreenHealth in Kirkland, WA, seeks a CT Technologist to perform diagnostic CT procedures under radiologist supervision. You will operate CT scanners, inject contrast as needed, and ensure image quality and patient safety throughout the exam.

The role requires WA state radiologic licensure, ARRT CT certification or registry eligibility, and current BLS. Prior radiology experience and CT training are preferred. Excellent patient communication is essential.

Qualifications

• ARRT, or registry eligible, must take registry within first 45 days of employment.
• Current Healthcare Provider BLS – American Heart Association by start date
• Training specific to the operation and performance of CT scanners.
• Current WA State Radiologic Technologist licensure
• Registered in CT Technology with ARRT within one year of employment or if hired on or before December 31, 2017 must obtain by January 1, 2019

Responsibilities

• Performs complex CT scan examinations and procedures, including injecting contrast material under the direct supervision of a Radiologist.
• Sets, adjusts and controls the CT scanner equipment to apply ionizing radiation for CT procedures. Measures and selects proper electronics and technical factors such as kilovolts, milliamperes, slices and exposure time.
• Analyzes patient's general body size, physical condition and age to accurately perform CT examinations.
• Communicates to patient constantly, in lay language, describing the procedure, what the patient can expect from the procedure, and the status of the procedure, always maintaining patient's confidence.
• Handles incoming and interoffice telephone calls and inquiries.
• Greets patients, obtains history from patient, starts IV when appropriate and readies the patient for scan.
• Obtains lab work and other necessary patient information from Cerner.
• Schedules CT Scan exams from the Cerner imaging queue, ensuring all paperwork is complete and accurate.
• Updates patient status in the RIS to indicate exam completion.
• Performs other duties as assigned

Skills

ARRT eligibility

BLS

CT scanner operation

WA license

ARRT CT registration timeline

Contrast administration awareness

Patient communication

Education

WA State Radiologic Technologist licensure

ARRT CT registration/registry eligibility

Job description

EvergreenHealth in Kirkland, WA, seeks a CT Technologist to perform diagnostic CT procedures under radiologist supervision. You will operate CT scanners, inject contrast as needed, and ensure image quality and patient safety throughout the exam.

The role requires WA state radiologic licensure, ARRT CT certification or registry eligibility, and current BLS. Prior radiology experience and CT training are preferred. Excellent patient communication is essential.