CT Technologist

Job Description

Description

Your Ideal Work-Life Blend Meets the Opportunity to Grow: Per Diem CT/X-Ray Tech in Kelso, Washington (No Nights, No Call, No Weekends!)

Looking for a flexible per diem role where you can truly make a difference and advance your career?  PeaceHealth Longview Radiology in Kelso, Washington is seeking a compassionate and skilled CT Technologist /X-Ray Technologist for a Per Diem/Relief, Variable position at our outpatient imaging center. For the right candidate, we can offer exceptional cross-training opportunities.

Why PeaceHealth Longview Radiology?

• Competitive Compensation: Enjoy a competitive hourly rate of $39.12 – $58.70, plus a 15% differential in lieu of benefits.
• Mission-Driven Values: Be part of an organization that prioritizes patient well-being and caregiver support.
• Embrace the challenge: We're a close-knit team, and everyone pitches in. You'll have the opportunity to go above and beyond your core duties, learning new skills and making a real impact. 
• Work-life balance: Benefit from flexible per diem scheduling with convenient day shift hours, with no call and no evening or weekend shifts! 
• Professional Growth: We're seeking a dedicated professional who values a long-term position and growth within our team. Opportunities may exist to expand your skills--Radiology Technologists looking to train into CT, or CT Techs looking to cross-train into MRI are encouraged to apply. 
• Award-winning workplace: Join a workplace recognized by Newsweek as one of America's Greatest Workplaces.
• Focus on well-being: Even in a per diem role, you are eligible for a 403b retirement plan for caregiver contributions, wellness benefits, discount program, and expanded EAP and mental health program. 

Details about the 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.
• This position will also be performing x-ray examinations applying appropriate infection control and radiation safety measures.
• Prepare, supply, and equip exam room to meet the needs of requested examinations and to meet specific physician requirements for procedures.
• Organizes daily work schedule and performs related clerical duties as required.
• 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.
• For the right candidate, cross-training opportunities may be available.

What You Bring:

• Accredited School Required: Radiologic Technology.
• Minimum of 1 year previous experience preferred.
• Demonstrated knowledge of and ability to apply age specific principles of growth and development, and life stages to meet each patient’s needs.
• Demonstrated venipuncture competency.
• PACS/RIS knowledge.
• Required: ARRT - Radiography. Advanced CT certification is required within 1 year of hire. 
• Required: Radiology Technologist licensure- Washington
• Required Upon Hire: Basic Life Support through American Heart Association or American Red Cross.
• A desire to do both X-Ray and CT procedures

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