CT Technologist - Tacoma, WA
About The Position
Roshal Health is hiring a PRN CT Technologist in Tacoma, Washington. The role provides CT and X-ray imaging services, primarily in emergency department settings at hospitals and freestanding facilities. The technologist performs CT examinations, including procedures involving contrast agents, manages patients during complex exams, operates portable and general X-ray equipment, and follows applicable safety and client standards. The position requires independent work, effective communication with patients and clinical staff, and the physical ability to assist with patient positioning and movement and to handle imaging equipment.
Requirements
- At least 1 year of experience after graduation.
- Current ARRT registration: RT (R)(CT), and state licensure where required.
- Valid driver's license.
- BLS/CPR certification.
- Professionalism and strong interpersonal communication skills.
- Self-motivation and ability to work independently.
- Pass required hospital-employment health requirements, including drug screening and background check.
- Comfort with CT examinations and procedures involving contrast agents, as well as portable and general X-ray.
- Ability to use mobile phone devices and applications.
- Knowledge of cross-sectional anatomy and physiology sufficient to pinpoint the imaging area.
- Knowledge of common safety hazards and precautions to establish a safe work environment.
- Ability to act calmly and effectively in busy, stressful, or emergency situations.
- Ability to communicate effectively in English in person, by phone, and in writing.
- Adherence to policies and procedures, including safety, attendance, punctuality, and personal appearance standards.
- Ability to operate CT and X-ray equipment and maintain quality control standards.
- Ability to work independently with minimal to no supervision and to multitask efficiently and effectively.
- Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with patients, client-facility medical staff, management, and peers.
- Ability to maintain the mental acuity, situational awareness, and decision-making needed to perform essential duties safely and effectively, including patient assessment, image acquisition, prioritization, and care-team communication.
- Ability to safely lift and move 30 pounds independently and assist with patient positioning, transfers, and mobility as required.
- Strong organizational and interpersonal skills, including the ability to manage interactions in difficult or stressful situations.
- Excellent communication skills.
Responsibilities
- Perform CT examinations and procedures, including those requiring contrast agents, according to accepted protocols.
- Manage patients during complex procedures and examinations.
- Operate portable X-ray machines and other X-ray equipment.
- Troubleshoot minor X-ray and CT equipment problems.
- Maintain a professional demeanor and respond promptly and professionally to work-related calls.
- For on-call assignments, contact the assigned facility with an estimated arrival time and arrive within the prescribed timeframe.
- Follow prescribed safety standards when operating equipment.
- Maintain work areas in compliance with client standards.
- Maintain accurate records, reports, and files as directed.
- Document work processes as required.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Benefits
- PTO and full benefits are available to full-time and most part-time employees.
- Additional training programs and a path to career growth.
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