CT Technologist (Days)

Wage range: $46.25 - $77.19 per hour. Bonuses available: up to $15,000 for experienced CT Technologists with a minimum of one year of experience, and up to $5,000 for those with less than one year of experience (pro-rated by FTE). Additional premiums may apply based on shift, certifications, or degrees.

About the role

Responsible for applying prescribed ionizing radiation in performing Computer Tomography (CT) procedures at a technical level for diagnostic purposes under the prescription of a physician.

Responsibilities

• Performs complex CT scan examinations and procedures, including injecting contrast material under the direct supervision of a Radiologist.
• Sets, adjusts, and controls the CT scanner equipment to apply ionizing radiation for CT procedures.
• Measures and selects proper electronics and technical factors such as kilovolts, milliamperes, slices, and exposure time.
• Consistently produces high-quality CT scans, develops images, and interprets technical quality of images as related to quality assurance standards.
• Analyzes patient's general body size, physical condition, and age to accurately perform CT examinations.
• Communicates to the patient constantly in lay language, describing the procedure, what the patient can expect, and the status of the procedure while maintaining the patient's confidence and respecting their dignity and privacy.
• Handles incoming and interoffice telephone calls and inquiries.
• Greets patients, obtains history from the patient, starts IV when appropriate, and readies the patient for the scan.
• Obtains lab work and other necessary patient information from Cerner.
• Schedules CT scan exams from the Cerner imaging queue, ensuring all paperwork is complete and accurate.
• Updates patient status in the RIS to indicate exam completion.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• ARRT certification or registry-eligible (must take registry within the first 45 days of employment).
• Current Healthcare Provider BLS – American Heart Association (required by start date).
• Training specific to the operation and performance of CT scanners.
• Current WA State Radiologic Technologist licensure.
• Registered in CT Technology with ARRT within one year of employment (or by January 1, 2019, if hired on or before December 31, 2017).

Qualifications

• Desired: 1 year of experience in a radiology setting.

Benefits

• Medical, vision, and dental insurance.
• On-demand virtual health care.
• Health Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Spending Account (FSA).
• 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, and paid holidays.
• Voluntary hospital indemnity insurance, identity theft protection, and legal insurance.
• Pay in lieu of benefits premium program.
• Free parking and commuter benefits.

This position is covered by a collective bargaining agreement between EvergreenHealth and the United Food and Commercial Workers (UFCW), Local 21. Union membership is optional.