Radiology Technician Student - Good Samaritan

MultiCare Health System; Puyallup (WA); On-site; USD 36,027 - 51,312; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Generous PTO

Tuition assistance

Employee Assistance Programs

Job summary

A healthcare organization in Puyallup is seeking a Radiology Technician to join their Imaging team. This per diem position involves performing general radiology imaging studies requiring independent judgment. Applicants must be near graduation in an ARRT accredited program and obtain a Washington state X-Ray Technician license. The role emphasizes patient care in a safe environment, offering competitive pay and a supportive community workplace.

Qualifications

• Eligible to take ARRT registry within 12 months of hire.
• Must be in good standing in a JCERT certified program.
• Current BLS certification required.

Responsibilities

• Perform general radiography imaging studies under supervision.
• Follow policies while providing patient care activities.
• Report patient needs to ensure comfort and safety.

Skills

Patient care

General radiography

Communication

Education

Enrolled in ARRT accredited program

Washington State license as X-Ray Technician

Job description

At MultiCare, we strive to offer a true sense of belonging for all our employees. Across our health care network, you will find a dynamic range of meaningful careers, opportunities for growth, safe workplaces, and flexible schedules. We are connected by our mission - partnering and healing for a healthy future - and dedicated to the health and well-being of the communities we serve.

The Radiology Technologist Trainee Program is for those who are:

• 3-6 months away from graduation

• Can commit to a minimum of six shifts, every six weeks

• Have an active BLS

• In good standing in a JCERT certified program

• Hold an active WA state Radiologic Technician license

Program Compensation

• This is a per diem position, non-benefit eligible.

Program costs

• MultiCare DOES NOT cover program costs, CPR certification, testing, or license fees.

Employment

• If offered the position, you will be a per diem employee of MultiCare.

Requirement

• Two letters of recommendation will be required for applicants who have not completed clinical rotations with MultiCare Health system.

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Position Summary

The Radiology Technician is an excellent opportunity to work in collaboration with our skilled Imaging/Radiology team. In this role, you will perform general radiology imaging studies that require independent judgment, ingenuity, and initiative. You will work together with your team to ensure the most comprehensive and compassionate imaging care for MultiCare patients.

Responsibilities

• You will perform general radiography imaging studies under the supervision of department leadership of Imaging Services
• You will follow policies and procedures as you provide patient care activities and any related non-professional services in caring for the personal needs and comfort of patients and families
• You will recognize and report patient needs to create a safe and comfortable patient care environment
• Scope of practice will be limited to exams where proficiency has been demonstrated and within the parameters of licensure

Requirements

• Eligible to take ARRT registry or enrolled in an ARRT accredited program. Must obtain ARRT RT(R) within 12 months of hire.
• Washington State license as X-Ray Technician (XT license) required.

About Good Samaritan Hospital

MultiCare Good Samaritan Hospital is a 388-bed acute-care hub serving Puyallup and East Pierce County. As the area's only hospital, it features a Family Birth Center, Level III Trauma and Neonatal ICUs, Level I Trauma Rehabilitation Center, Children's Therapy Unit and a 24-hour Emergency Department. Innovative facilities like the LEED Gold-certified Dally Tower and Pulse Heart Institute make Good Samaritan a dynamic workplace for clinicians eager to advance their careers in a state-of-the-art environment.

About the Puyallup Community

Nestled at the foot of Mount Rainier along the Puyallup River, Puyallup offers a welcoming small-town feel just 10 miles from Tacoma and 35 miles from Seattle. Residents enjoy unique dining, an antique-filled downtown, excellent schools and abundant parks and recreation - all while being close to big-city opportunities.

Why MultiCare?

• Rooted in the local community - Partnering with patients, families and neighbors across the Pacific Northwest for more than 140 years

• Growth and education - Competitive tuition assistance, award-winning residencies, fellowships and career development to invest in your future

• Well-being and support - Generous PTO, Code Lavender and Employee Assistance Programs to help you maintain balance and feel cared for at work and in life

• Living our values - Respect, integrity, kindness and collaboration guide how we care for patients, communities and each other

• Belonging for all - Employee Resource Groups, inclusion initiatives and outreach programs support a workplace where every voice is valued

• Pacific Northwest lifestyle - Work and live where natural beauty, adventure and strong community connections are part of everyday life

Pay and Benefit Expectations

We provide a comprehensive benefits package, including competitive salary, medical, dental and retirement benefits and paid time off. As required by various pay transparency laws, we share a competitive range of compensation for candidates hired into each position. The pay scale is $31.70 - $31.70 USD. However, pay is influenced by factors specific to applicants, including but not limited to: skill set, level of experience, and certification(s) and/or education. If this position is associated with a union contract, pay will be reflective of the appropriate step on the pay scale to which the applicant's years of experience align.

Associated benefit information can be viewed here.