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FTE: 1.0, Shift: Days, Schedule: 9am - 5:30pm, every other weekend
Position Summary
Under the broad direction of the Radiologist, the Computerized Tomography Technologist (CT Technologist) performs CT (Computerized Tomography) examinations of selected portions of the anatomy as requested by the Provider. The CT Technologist is expected to perform a variety of CT procedures with the knowledge and ability of obtaining diagnostic-quality examinations on all ages of patients.
ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES 1. Performance of CT procedures per established protocols. 2. Interprets data gathered in assessment and provides care appropriate to age related needs. 3. Obtain patient medical history and clinical data for correlation with the imaging study, and enters such data into the Radiology Information System (RIS) 4. Position and handle patients with a high degree of professional ethics, care, tact, courtesy, patience and safety while utilizing supportive and immobilization equipment appropriately. 5. Utilize radiation protective shielding for maximum protection of self and patient. 6. Critiques images to ensure quality CT examinations consistent with standardized procedures. 7. Administer I-Stat testing as appropriate. Documentation of I-Stat results completed in computer system per department protocol. 8. Proficient in venipuncture, and administering IV radiopharmaceuticals and/or contrast materials following established department policies and procedures.
9. Administer first aid as required and assist in cases of adverse reaction to contrast or other emergencies. 10. Measure, calculate and record radiation dosage for radiopharmaceuticals received, used and disposed of, using computer system and following physicians prescription. 11. Upon completion of patient imaging procedure, the technologist will review the images and associated data in PACS for accuracy and assures all images are available for Radiologist dictation. 12. Understands and follows the Radioactive Materials License and Standards, including disposing of materials. 13. Follows quality assurance guidelines and maintains accurate records for Washington State regulatory requirements. 14. Understands and follows all safety policies and reports any unsafe conditions or practices to the supervisor/manager, Administration or Safety Coordinator. 15. Assume responsibility of self and others for proper and efficient operation of all equipment used. Report equipment problems, malfunctions, and/or need for repairs to supervisor. Maintain cleanliness of equipment for patient safety and/or function. 16. Obtains, maintains and utilizes knowledge as is necessary for efficient and effective operational utilization of required computer systems. 17. Through attitude and example, demonstrate Memorials expectations for customer service and utilizes QA memos for improved service to patients. 18. Evaluate and maintain an appropriate level of responsibility for updating job related knowledge and skills level, including applicable Joint Commission requirements, in an effort to increase individual skills and quality patient care. 19. During periods of light workload, accept responsibility for working on tasks that better or enhance the department. Check with Supervisor for additional assignments. 20. Assist in training and instruction of new department personnel and radiology technology students. 21. Utilize supplies and equipment adequately but not excessively. 22. Explore opportunities for new equipment and/or new services and then making recommendations to your manager and/or supervisor. 23. Performs other related duties as assigned/required.
QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS Education: Graduate of a Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology (JRCERT) accredited education program required. Experience: Two years of industry experience in Computed Tomography (CT) preferred. Licenses/Certificates/Registration: American Heart Association BLS required. Registration with American Registry of Radiologic Technologist including CT designation required. Washington State DOH Certified Radiology Technologist required.
Our Values
As a MultiCare employee, we'll rely on you to reflect our core values of Respect, Integrity, Stewardship, Excellence, Collaboration, Kindness and Joy. Our values serve as our guiding principles and impact every aspect of our organization, including how we provide patient care and what we expect from each other.
Why MultiCare?
Belonging:We work to create a true sense of belonging for all our employees
Mission-driven: We are dedicated to our mission of partnering for healing and a healthy future and the patients and communities we serve
Market leadership: Washington state's largest community-based, locally governed health system
Employee-centric: Named Forbes Americas Best Employers by State for several years running
Technology: "Most Wired" health care system 15 years in a row
Leading research: MultiCare Institute for Research & Innovation, 40 years of ground-breaking, clinical and health services research in our communities
Lifestyle: Live and work in the Pacific Northwest - offering breathtaking water, mountains and forest at every turn
Pay and Benefit Expectations
We provide a comprehensive benefits package, including competitive salary, medical, dental and retirement benefits and paid time off. As required by various pay transparency laws, we share a competitive range of compensation for candidates hired into each position. The pay scale is $32.86 - $47.28 USD. However, pay is influenced by factors specific to applicants, including but not limited to: skill set, level of experience, and certification(s) and/or education. If this position is associated with a union contract, pay will be reflective of the appropriate step on the pay scale to which the applicants years of experience align.
Associated benefit information can be viewed here.
Position Type: Full time - Regular Primary Shift: Day Work Schedule: Day
MultiCare is a not-for-profit health care organization with more than 20,000 team members, including employees, providers and volunteers. MultiCare has been caring for our community for well over a century, since the founding of Tacoma’s first hospital and today is the largest community-based, locally governed system of health in the state of Washington, serving communities across Washington and Northern Idaho.
MultiCare’s comprehensive system of health includes numerous primary care, urgent care and specialty services — including Mary Bridge Children’s Hospital & Health Network; MultiCare Indigo Urgent Care; Pulse Heart Institute; MultiCare Medical Associates, affiliated physicians; MultiCare Rockwood Clinic, the largest multispecialty clinic in the Inland Northwest region; and MultiCare Connected Care, our Accountable Care Organization.
Eleven hospitals complete the organization: Allenmore Hospital, Auburn Medical Center, Capital Medical Center, Covington Medical Center, Deaconess Hospital, Good Samaritan Hospital, Mary Bridge Children’s Hospital — the Puget Sound region’s only children’s hospital and state-designated Level II Pediatric Trauma Center for Western Washingt...on — Navos Behavioral Health Hospital, Valley Hospital, Tacoma General Hospital — which is home to the South Puget Sound region’s only Level IV Neonatal Intensive Care Unit — and Wellfound Behavioral Health Hospital.
Our core values of Respect, Integrity, Stewardship, Excellence, Collaboration and Kindness, serve as our guiding principles and impact every aspect of our organization, including how we provide patient care and what we expect from each other.
MultiCare is also proud of our commitment to workforce diversity and culturally competent care. This commitment is led by our CEO and supported through employee education and community outreach.