CT Technologist-Non Contract (per diem)

Wage Range: $46.25 - $77.19 per hour plus per diem premium

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Job Summary:
Responsible for applying prescribed ionizing radiation in performing CT procedures at a technical level for diagnostic purpose under the prescription of a physician.Primary Duties 

• 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 patient constantly, in lay language, describing the procedure, what the patient can expect from the procedure, and the status of the procedure, always maintaining patient's confidence. Demonstrates respect for patient's dignity and privacy. 
• Handles incoming and interoffice telephone calls and inquiries. 
• Greets patients, obtains history from patient, starts IV when appropriate and readies the patient for 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 

REQUIRED for the position:
• ARRT, or registry eligible, must take registry within first 45 days of employment.
• Current Healthcare Provider BLS certification by date of hire
• 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 if hired on or before December 31, 2017 must obtain by January 1, 2019

 DESIRED for the position:
• 1 year of experience in a radiology setting
• Registered in CT Technology with ARRT within one year of employment

Benefit Information: Choices that care for you and your family

At EvergreenHealth, we appreciate our employees’ commitment and contribution to our success. We are proud to offer the following benefits and resources for our per diem staff to help maintain and improve health and financial well-being.

• Washington Paid Sick Leave (WPSL)
• Participation in 457(b) retirement plan
• Free parking
• Cafeteria & Gift Shop Discount

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