Radiologic Technologist, Full-time, Night shift

Adventist Health; Ridgefield (WA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Adventist Health Ridgefield, WA is seeking a Radiologic Technologist to operate x-ray equipment and produce radiographs per physician orders. You will position patients, set exposure parameters and ensure patient safety during imaging procedures.

Essential duties include performing screening procedures, communicating with patients, and documenting exam information for accurate interpretation by physicians. Active ARRT-R and OBMI Radiologic Technologist licenses, plus BLS certification, are

Qualifications

• Education and Work Experience: Associate's Degree in radiologic technology – Preferred
• Licenses/Certifications: ARRT-R – Required
• OBMI Radiologic Technologist License: Required in OR
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from AH policy: Required
• Facility Specific License/Certifications: BLS certification from AH policy: Required

Responsibilities

• Operates x-ray equipment to produce radiographs of designated portions of the body as ordered by physicians.
• Positions and instructs patients prior to examination; adjusts equipment and determines proper exposure settings for each radiograph.
• Performs screening procedures for diagnostic interpretation and explains procedures to patients.
• Produces diagnostic images, documents exam information and reports important findings to the physician.

Education

Associate's Degree in radiologic technology

ARRT-R Radiography Certification

OBMI Radiologic Technologist License (OR)

Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification

Job description

Overview

Adventist Health Portland has been caring for East Portland since 1893, growing alongside the community we serve. Today, more than 2,300 employees are dedicated to whole-person care, mind, body and spirit, across our 302-bed medical center, emergency department, and network of clinics, urgent care, home care and hospice services. The Adventist Health Northwest Heart Center, located on our medical center campus, provides advanced cardiovascular care, bringing together expert providers, innovative treatments and compassionate support for patients across the region.

Responsibilities

Job Summary:

Operates x-ray equipment to produce radiographs of designated portions of body as ordered by physicians. Positions and instructs patients prior to examination, adjusts the x-ray equipment and determines proper voltage as well as current and desired exposure time for each radiograph.

Essential Functions:

• Performs screening procedures for diagnostic interpretation. Explains procedures to patients and answers questions. Prepares equipment for use as needed. Prepares examination rooms for patient exams. Positions patients for imaging exams. Monitors patients and ensures safety during exams.
• Produces diagnostic images. Documents exam information. Reports important information to the physician.
• Verifies exams on PACS.
• Performs other job-related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Education and Work Experience: Associate's Degree in radiologic technology – Preferred
• Licenses/Certifications: American Registry of Radiologic Technologists – Radiography (ARRT-R): Required
• Oregon Board of Medical Imaging (OBMI) Radiologic Technologist License: Required in OR
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from approved vendor per AH policy: Required

• Facility Specific License/Certifications: Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from approved vendor per AH policy: Required

Organizational Requirements

Adventist Health is committed to the safety and wellbeing of our associates and patients. Therefore, we require that all associates receive all required vaccinations as a condition of employment and annually thereafter, where applicable. Medical and religious exemptions may apply. Adventist Health participates in E-Verify. Visit https://adventisthealth.org/careers/everify/ for more information about E-Verify. By choosing to apply, you acknowledge that you have accessed and read the E-Verify Participation and Right to Work notices and understand the contents therein.

About Us

Adventist Health is a faith-based, nonprofit, integrated health system serving more than 100 communities on the West Coast and Hawaii with over 440 sites of care, including 27 acute care facilities. Founded on Adventist heritage and values, Adventist Health provides care in hospitals, clinics, home care, and hospice agencies in both rural and urban communities. Our compassionate and talented team of more than 38,000 includes employees, physicians, Medical Staff, and volunteers driven in pursuit of one mission: living God\'s love by inspiring health, wholeness and hope. Location/Region: Ridgefield, WA (98642)