CT Technologist

Job Description

Description

***Hiring Bonus and Relocation Assistance May Be Available***

PeaceHealth Ketchikan Medical Center in Ketchikan, Alaska is seeking a CT Technologist for a Full Time, 1.00 FTE, Evening position. The salary range for this job opening at PeaceHealth is $47.52– $67.08. The hiring rate is dependent upon several factors, including but not limited to education, training, work experience, terms of any applicable collective bargaining agreement, seniority, etc.

Position highlights:

• Work-Life Balance:  This position will be scheduled Monday through Thursdays, 1000-2030, providing plenty of time to explore beautiful Ketchikan on your extended weekends!
• Variety: Enjoy a versatile role where you will be doing both CT and X-ray procedures.
• Mission-driven, value-based employer: PeaceHealth was named one of America's Greatest Workplaces in 2023 by Newsweek and is among Newsweek's "America's Greatest Workplaces for Job Starters 2024"! Be a part of our mission-driven culture where values guide every decision, creating a truly purposeful workplace.
• Serving with Compassion and Excellence: PeaceHealth Ketchikan Medical Center was named one of Alaska's Best-In-State Hospitals by Newsweek and Statista in 2024!
• Support for our new caregivers: We understand that this can be a big move, that's why a hiring bonus and relocation assistance may be available. 
• PeaceHealth is committed to the overall wellbeing of our caregivers: physical, emotional, financial, social, and spiritual. We offer caregivers a competitive and comprehensive total rewards package. Some of the many benefits included in this package are full medical/dental/vision coverage; 403b retirement plan employer base and matching contributions; paid time off; employer-paid life and disability insurance with additional buyup coverage options; tuition and continuing education reimbursement; wellness benefits, and expanded EAP and mental health program.

Details about this position:

• Performs all routine and specialized CT procedures by integrating medical knowledge and technical skills with effective patient interaction to provide quality patient care and accurate diagnostic information.
• Integrates previous imaging studies, laboratory results, patient history and medical records to optimize exam.
• Perform most appropriate examination based on patient information through consultation with interpreting physician and/or ordering physician as necessary.
• Provides patient education and instruction prior to and after examination. Provide training/education to staff and students as indicated.
• Demonstrates ability to adapt exam to address problems of patient care as they arise making decisions to appropriately resolve problems.
• Operates CT scanner for data acquisition, reconstruction and documentation of images, and performs quality control measures for the purpose of ensuring optimal quality images.
• Applies ALARA principle to ensure appropriate radiation safety for self-patient, and visitor. Evaluates patient for pregnancy prior to exam as indicated.
• Performs interventional procedures applying knowledge of equipment, supplies, and AORN standards.
• Performs other patient care activities, duties and responsibilities as assigned consistent with Caregivers’ scope of practice, training, experience, and license/certification/registration.

What you bring:

• Graduation from an accredited school of radiologic technology program required.
• Demonstrated venipuncture competency
  
• PACS/RIS knowledge is required; EPIC RIS, FUJI and IntelliSpace PACS experience is preferred.
• ARRT (R) Certification by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologist is required.
• Current BLS (Basic Life Support) certification required at date of hire.
  

About the community:

Come experience Ketchikan, Alaska - a friendly, family-oriented community in scenic Southeast Alaska, just an hour and a half flight from Seattle. Perfect for outdoor enthusiasts, cultural art aficionados or for those seeking a small-town, leisure lifestyle. Enjoy the idyllic scenery, abundant wildlife, and great opportunities for hiking, fishing, boating. Entrance to the famed Inside passage, a network of waterways, Ketchikan is on an island accessible by jet or ferry. Excellent schools, and a strong local economy, the Ketchikan community boasts an incredibly rich, native culture.

For a complete description of this position, or for questions, contact Andrea, [email protected].

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For full consideration of your skills and abilities, please attach a current resume with your application. EEO Affirmative Action Employer/Vets/Disabled in accordance with applicable local, state or federal laws.

PeaceHealth requires a completed Primary Vaccine Series (e.g., 2 dose monovalent Pfizer, Moderna or Novavax series or 1 dose J&J vaccine series) or be Up to Date (receiving the most recent Pfizer/Moderna bivalent vaccine/booster) for COVID-19 vaccination prior to their start date. PeaceHealth has a medical and religious exemption request process for those that are unable to receive the COVID-19 primary vaccine series due to medical/religious reasons. For caregivers that will be working in Oregon there is a personal vaccine exemption form that may be requested.