Radiologic Technologist II /CT Tech Days (Full Time)

Morton General Hospital; Washington; On-site; USD 59,236 - 95,054; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

403(b) retirement plan

Employer paid life insurance

Long term disability

EAP

PTO accrual

Job summary

Lewis County Hospital District No. 1 is seeking a Radiologic Technologist II / CT Tech for full-time day shifts.

The role requires operating radiologic equipment, performing CT and mammography, and maintaining patient records with high standards of safety and professionalism. The ideal candidate is ARRT registered, WA certified, and current in BLS, with preferred experience in radiology and cross-disciplinary collaboration.

Qualifications

• High school graduate or equivalency.
• Graduate of an ARRT-approved radiographic program; college preferred.
• ARRT registration and WA certification/registration.
• BLS certification within 30 days of hire.
• One year radiology experience preferred; CT and mammography experience a plus.

Responsibilities

• Perform radiologic examinations ordered by physicians, including CT and mammography.
• Maintain procedure records with accurate patient data and images.
• Ensure radiation safety and proper positioning and exposure techniques.
• Assist physicians in procedures and support patient care and comfort.
• Communicate findings and coordinate with the imaging team and departments.

Skills

ARRT registered

CT imaging

Mammography

Radiologic procedures

Patient care

Education

High school graduate

ARRT approved radiographic program

Washington State Certification

BLS Certification

Tools

X-ray equipment

CT scanners

Job description

## Radiologic Technologist II /CT Tech Days (Full Time)### Category:Imaging### Description:Under the direction of a Radiologist, performs radiologic procedures at a technical level not requiring constant supervision of technical detail. Performs a variety of procedures that require independent judgment, initiative, and ingenuity in order to apply prescribed procedures. May work independently or assist in performing other imaging procedures.### Minimum qualifications:* High school graduate or equivalency, minimum. Graduate of a radiographic program approved by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT). Two years college or business school also preferred.* Registered with ARRT. Washington State Certification or Registration. Current American Heart Association BLS Certification or must be obtained within 30 days of hire.* One-year practical experience in radiology department under the direction of a qualified radiologist, preferred.* All general radiographic equipment associated with radiographic department. Also, skills with CT scan and mammography.### Primary Responsibilities:* Performs all radiological examinations ordered by the physician. This includes routine and special procedures performed in the department.* Responsible for maintaining records of procedures performed.* Responsible for demonstrating correct position of patients, principles of radiographic exposure and processing, and teleradiology, and professional conduct with patients, peers' staff and others.* Responsible for proper safety precautions for radiation safety for all hospital personnel.* Provides input to supervisor regarding improvements and special purchases of the department.* Represents the imaging department at hospital meetings and other ad hoc meetings, as needed.* Demonstrates knowledge in the use and limitations of x-ray generators and tubes (i.e., rating charts, warm-up procedures, cooling times).* Understands and properly uses MA/time/KV values in producing radiographs.* Uses correct angles and distances for each film.* Properly positions patients and is knowledgeable of why and how positions are utilized for good imaging.* Measures patients to assess exposure values as needed.* Completely performs all diagnostic procedures.* Properly shields self with lead garments according to department standards.* Assists physicians in performing non-invasive, as well as invasive procedures, ordered.* Demonstrates knowledge of patient care.* Is proficient and competent in-patient handling and body mechanics.* Is kind, gentle courteous and attentive, always being conscious of the comfort and safety of the patient.* Properly assesses patient and plans imaging needs.* Is responsible for various clerical paperwork.* Assures that adequate and pertinent data is communicated to peers and medical providers accurately and precisely.* Assures that each image has correct patient data.* Calls reports as needed.* Properly charges exam performed.* Is responsible for the physical areas of the department.* Maintains cleanliness of equipment, work area, and exam room and assures they are ready for use after each patient.* Maintains adequate supplies in the exam room and other work areas.* Immediately reports malfunctioning of equipment to supervisor.* Demonstrates professional clinical knowledge for the care of patients.* Assesses and adjusts care/treatment to be compatible with the growth and development of the patient.* Assesses the patient’s level of understanding and adjusts care appropriately.* Provides patient and family with information about the department environment and various aspects of the procedure/treatment/plan of care.* Obtains supplies, equipment, and instruments in relation to the size of the patient.* Assesses age-related changes, for example vision, hearing and skin condition* Assesses physical limitation of elderly patients.* Assesses adjustment dosage of medication relating to age.* Follows guidelines as established at the time of assignment.* Accepts assignments willingly.* Prioritizes workload to assure completion of assignments.* Asks appropriate clarifying questions relative to the scope of assignment.* Provides status reports to supervisor on assignments.* Performs other related duties as assigned.### Standard for portrayal of mission and values:* Employee demonstrates and fosters the Lewis County Hospital District No. 1 core values of - One team, on Mission. Go out of your way, to brighten someone's day. Own it, embrace it. Care like crazy. Motivate, elevate, appreciate. Know the way, show the way, ease the way. Find joy along the way.* Employee demonstrates and fosters the mission of Lewis County Hospital District No. 1 to foster trust and nurture a healthy community.* Is cooperative and supportive to others within the department and hospital providing care and services.* Treats individuals including patients, co-workers, supervisors, management, patient families, physicians, volunteers, visitors, and others with respect, dignity, and fairness.* Behaves professionally and ethically in all interactions with patients, co-workers, supervisors, management, patients' families, physicians' volunteers, and others.* Is consistently courteous to patients, co-workers, supervisors, management, patient’s families, physicians, volunteers, and others; greets individuals and provides assistance and direction in an attentive and helpful manner.* Willingly strives at continuous quality improvement to achieve quality work the first time every time.* Is willing to learn new procedures and develop new skills for the purpose of improving quality of care and services.* Willingly participates as a member of the work team(s) supporting the goals and objectives of the department and the district.* When answering the telephone, is courteous to the caller, clearly identifies department, name and takes a message or directs calls as necessary in a helpful manner.### Benefits Include:Medical, Dental and Vision, 403(b) with a maximum match of 6% (match depends on years of experience in the healthcare field), Employer paid life insurance at 1x your annual rate of salary, Employer paid long term disability, EAP, PTO accrual (.0789/hr. up to 40 hours/week) & Paid Sick Leave accrual (.025/hr. up to 40 hours/week. PTO & Sick leave accrual combination meets requirements of Washington Paid Sick leave requirements).Apply for this job### Salary Range:This is a union position on the union wage scale (24 steps), and the selected candidate will be placed on the wage scale at the years of experience per the contract. Step 1: $42.87/hr., Step 12: $54.84/hr. Step 24: $68.74/hr.### Closing:Open until filled