CT Tech - PRN

About the role

The technologist is to efficiently operate diagnostic imaging equipment in a professional manner for the purpose of medical diagnosis and treatment. This responsibility includes quality treatment to our patients. This also includes producing quality radiographs of designated portions of the human body, maintaining accurate records of the radiographs, and being ever mindful of confidentiality, distributing reports of the examination findings to the patient's provider. The technologist is also responsible for communication with radiologists, physicians, patients, patient's families and other persons; and for performing relief and/or other project duties.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for the expedient care and compassionate treatment of each patient with whom he/she comes in contact
• Position patients accurately with the use of accessory devices as needed; instructs patients on breathing control and selects technical factors which are accurate, compensating accordingly for patient size, age, and mobility
• Operate X-Ray and CT equipment according to established health and safety regulations following procedural guides and regulations of this department and SPMC
• Perform all clerical procedures to include patient reception, charging, documentation, statistics, report posting and exam sign out procedures
• Occasional patient scheduling for Mammography, X-Ray, CT, MRI and ultrasound
• Utilize sound sterile technique, as required, to prevent contamination and/or cross contamination
• Participate in the department's Quality Assurance program and perform assigned Quality Control tasks
• Maintain patient confidentiality at all times both in the hospital and when off duty
• Shall maintain proficiency in his/her duties through participation in the various continuing education and in-service programs available
• Attendance at department meetings and special meetings is required
• Maintain cleanliness of the exam rooms on a daily and weekly basis as defined in the policy for infection control
• Will learn and enter patient information into the RIS
• Special projects and other related duties as assigned

Requirements

• Graduate of an accredited school of Radiologic Technology
• At least one year of RT experience, preferred
• Registered by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists or an equivalent registry as a Rad Tech and CT Tech; required within one year of hire
• Current and unrestricted Radiologic Technologist Certification through the Washington State Department of Health
• BLS Certification Required

Qualifications

• Comprehensive working knowledge of radiographic equipment and how to properly care for this equipment
• Ability to operate equipment according to established health and safety regulations following all policies, procedural guidelines and regulations
• Working knowledge of all basic and special DI procedures performed at Summit Pacific Medical Center (SPMC)
• Demonstrated ability to adapt exam to address problems of patient care as they arise and make timely and effective decisions to appropriately resolve problems
• Demonstrated knowledge of and ability to apply age specific principles of growth and development, and life stages to meet each patient’s need
• Proficient in the use of current technology, including Microsoft Office products
• Ability to learn and effectively operate various computers and software programs, including PACS/RIS
• Professional and effective written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to identify and employ communication strategies appropriate to the audience
• Ability to cultivate effective partnerships and work in collaboration with providers, other health care professionals, managers, and patients
• Strong organizational and analytical skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities, projects and display flexibility in a fast paced and changing work environment
• Ability to work with basic office equipment such as telephones, copier, facsimiles, computers, etc.
• Ability to work on-call shifts as assigned

Skills

• Comprehensive working knowledge of radiographic equipment and how to properly care for this equipment
• Ability to operate equipment according to established health and safety regulations following all policies, procedural guidelines and regulations
• Working knowledge of all basic and special DI procedures performed at Summit Pacific Medical Center (SPMC)
• Demonstrated ability to adapt exam to address problems of patient care as they arise and make timely and effective decisions to appropriately resolve problems
• Proficient in the use of current technology, including Microsoft Office products
• Ability to learn and effectively operate various computers and software programs, including PACS/RIS
• Professional and effective written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to identify and employ communication strategies appropriate to the audience
• Ability to cultivate effective partnerships and work in collaboration with providers, other health care professionals, managers, and patients
• Strong organizational and analytical skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities, projects and display flexibility in a fast paced and changing work environment
• Ability to work with basic office equipment such as telephones, copier, facsimiles, computers, etc.
• Ability to work on-call shifts as assigned

Benefits

Our uniquely designed benefits are here to support you and your family in staying well, growing professionally and achieving financial security! We take care of you, so you can focus on delivering our mission of caring for everyone, especially the most vulnerable in our communities. Benefits Offered By SPMC Competitive CompensationMedicalPrescriptionDental (including Orthodontia)VisionHealthcare FSA and daycare FSADaycare subsidized benefitLife InsuranceAccidental Death and Dismemberment (AD&D)Short- and long-term disabilityGenerous employer 403b match contributions for retirement457 retirement account for additional fundsEmployee Assistance Program (EAP)Tuition reimbursementSmoking Cessation AssistanceEmployee Wellness ProgramEmployee Committees to participate in such as Spirit TeamBeautiful on-site gym for employeesInstructor led fitness classes for employees, including Yoga, Kettlebells and BootcampsWalking trails on site

Pay

Pay Range (depending On Experience): $44.17 - $61.64

Schedule

Fte 1 Work Shift TECH Contract 10 hour shifts in a 40 hour work week Working Location: Elma, Washington