Rad Technologist I-Non Contract

EvergreenHealth; Kirkland (WA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 92,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Washington Paid Sick Leave (WPSL)

Participation in 457(b) retirementplan

Free parking

Cafeteria & Gift Shop Discount

Job summary

EvergreenHealth in Kirkland, WA is seeking a Radiologic Technologist to perform ionizing radiation procedures for diagnostic purposes under physician guidance, applying ALARA principles. You will operate radiographic equipment, adjust technical factors, inject contrast under supervision when needed, and support radiologists during fluoroscopy.

Requires ARRT certification or registry eligibility, WA licensure and BLS by hire date.

Qualifications

• ARRT certification or registry eligibility (required)
• Washington State Radiologic Technologist licensure (required)
• BLS for Healthcare Providers by date of hire (required)

Responsibilities

• Consistently performs complex examinations and procedures, including injecting contrast media under the direct supervision of a Radiologist.
• Sets, adjusts and controls a variety of electronic equipment to apply ionizing radiation for radiographic examinations, using ALARA principles.
• Analyzes patient's general body size, physical condition and age to apply radiographic procedures using ALARA principles.
• Measures and selects proper electronics and technical factors such as kilovolts, milliamperes and exposure time, using ALARA principles.
• Assists radiologists during fluoroscopy occasionally.
• Under the direction of a physician, and with appropriate licensure, may inject contrast material and/or medication.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Education

ARRT certification or registry eligible

WA State Radiologic Technologist licensure

Healthcare Provider BLS

Job description

Wage Range: $40.25 - $67.12 per hour plus per diem premium

Posted wage ranges represent the entire range from minimum to maximum. For jobs with more than one level, the posted range reflects the minimum of the lowest level and the maximum of the highest level. Some positions also offer additional premiums based on shift, certifications or degrees. Job offers are determined based on a candidate's years of relevant experience, level of education and internal equity.

Job Summary:

Applies prescribed ionizing radiation procedures at a technical level for diagnostic purposes under the prescription of a physician, using ALARA (as low as reasonably acceptable) principles

Primary Duties:

1. Consistently performs complex examinations and procedures, including injecting contrast media under the direct supervision of a Radiologist.
2. Sets, adjusts and controls a variety of electronic equipment to apply ionizing radiation for radiographic examinations, using ALARA principles.
3. Analyzes patient's general body size, physical condition and age in order to accurately apply radiographic procedures, using ALARA principles.
4. Measures and selects proper electronics and technical factors such as kilovolts, milliamperes and exposure time, using ALARA principles.
5. Assists radiologists during fluoroscopy occasionally.
6. Under the direction of a physician, and with appropriate licensure, may inject contrast material and/or medication.
7. Performs other duties as assigned.

License, Certification, Education or Experience:

REQUIRED for the position:

• American Registry of Radiologic Technologists – A.R.R.T. certification or registry eligible, registry must be obtained within 45 days of employment
• Current WA State Radiologic Technologist licensure
• Current Healthcare Provider BLS - American Heart Association by date of hire

DESIRED for the position:

• 1 year of radiology experience

Benefit Information:

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At EvergreenHealth, we appreciate our employees’ commitment and contribution to our success. We are proud to offer a suite of quality benefits and resources that are comprehensive, flexible, and competitive to help our staff and their loved ones maintain and improve health and financial well-being.

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

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