CT Technologist-Non Contract (per diem)

EvergreenHealth; Kirkland (WA); On-site; USD 63,714 - 106,336; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Washington Paid Sick Leave

Participation in 457(b) retirement plan

Free parking

Cafeteria & Gift Shop Discount

Job summary

EvergreenHealth in Kirkland, WA is looking for a CT Technologist to be responsible for performing CT procedures at a technical level under physician supervision. Duties include performing scans, ensuring safety standards, and providing excellent patient communication.

Requirements include an ARRT, current WA State Radiologic Technologist licensure, and BLS certification. This role offers a competitive hourly wage plus benefits such as paid sick leave and discounts at facilities.

Qualifications

• ARRT, or registry eligible, must take registry within first 45 days of employment.
• Current Healthcare Provider BLS certification by date of hire.
• Current WA State Radiologic Technologist licensure.

Responsibilities

• Performs complex CT scan examinations and procedures.
• Sets, adjusts and controls the CT scanner equipment.
• Analyzes patient's general body size, physical condition, and age.

Skills

CT scan procedures

Patient communication

Safety and quality assurance

Education

Current WA State Radiologic Technologist licensure

ARRT certification

Tools

CT scanner equipment

Job description

Wage Range: $46.25 – $77.19 per hour plus per diem premium

Job Summary

Responsible for applying prescribed ionizing radiation in performing CT procedures at a technical level for diagnostic purpose under the prescription of a physician.

Primary Duties

• 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. Consistently produces high quality CT scans, develops images and interprets technical quality of images as related to quality assurance standards.
• 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. Demonstrates respect for patient's dignity and privacy.
• 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

Required Qualifications

• ARRT, or registry eligible, must take registry within first 45 days of employment.
• Current Healthcare Provider BLS certification by date of hire.
• 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.

Desired Qualifications

• 1 year of experience in a radiology setting.
• Registered in CT Technology with ARRT within one year of employment.

Benefits

• Washington Paid Sick Leave (WPSL)
• Participation in 457(b) retirement plan
• Free parking
• Cafeteria & Gift Shop Discount