CT Technologist (nights)

EvergreenHealth•Kirkland, WA

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Responsible for applying prescribed ionizing radiation in performing CT procedures at a technical level for diagnostic purposes under a physician’s prescription. Performs complex CT scan examinations and procedures, including injecting contrast material under the direct supervision of a Radiologist. Operates CT scanner equipment and produces high-quality images in accordance with quality assurance standards. Prepares patients for scans, communicates what to expect, and protects their dignity and privacy. Handles inquiries and maintains accurate patient and exam information in Cerner and the RIS. The position is full-time, 40 hours per week, with night hours, and is covered by a collective bargaining agreement between EvergreenHealth and UFCW Local 21; union membership is optional.

Requirements

ARRT certification or registry eligibility; registry-eligible employees must take the registry within the first 45 days of employment.
Current Healthcare Provider BLS certification from the American Heart Association by the start date.
Training specific to operating and performing procedures on CT scanners.
Current Washington State Radiologic Technologist licensure.
ARRT registration in CT Technology within one year of employment, subject to the stated exception for employees hired on or before December 31, 2017.
One year of experience in a radiology setting is desired.

Nice To Haves

One year of experience in a radiology setting.

Responsibilities

Perform complex CT scan examinations and procedures, including injecting contrast material under a Radiologist’s direct supervision.
Set, adjust, and control CT scanner equipment to apply ionizing radiation for CT procedures.
Measure and select technical factors, including kilovolts, milliamperes, slices, and exposure time.
Produce high-quality CT scans, develop images, and assess their technical quality against quality assurance standards.
Assess patients’ body size, physical condition, and age to perform examinations accurately.
Explain procedures and status to patients in lay language, maintain their confidence, and respect their dignity and privacy.
Handle incoming and interoffice telephone calls and inquiries.
Greet patients, obtain their histories, start IVs when appropriate, and prepare them for scans.
Obtain laboratory work and other necessary patient information from Cerner.
Schedule CT exams from the Cerner imaging queue and ensure paperwork is complete and accurate.
Update patient status in the RIS to indicate exam completion.
Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

Medical, vision, and dental insurance
On-demand virtual health care
Health Savings Account
Flexible Spending Account
Life and disability insurance
Retirement plans (457(b) and 401(a)) with employer contribution
Tuition assistance for undergraduate and graduate degrees
Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness program
Paid Time Off/Vacation
Extended Illness Bank/Sick Leave
Paid holidays
Voluntary hospital indemnity insurance
Voluntary identity theft protection
Voluntary legal insurance
Pay in lieu of benefits premium program
Free parking
Commuter benefits
Up to $15,000 bonus for experienced CT Technologists with at least one year of experience who are new EvergreenHealth employees; prorated by FTE
Up to $5,000 bonus for CT Technologists with less than one year of experience who are new EvergreenHealth employees; prorated by FTE
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