CT Technologist

• Hiring Bonus and Relocation Assistance May Be Available*

PeaceHealth Ketchikan Medical Center in Ketchikan, Alaska is seeking a CT Technologist for a Full Time, 1.00 FTE, Variable position. Hourly compensation is $44.72 - $67.08. The actual hiring rate is dependent upon several factors, including but not limited to, the job/position responsibilities, location, terms of the applicable collective bargaining agreement, education, training, work experience, seniority, work performance, etc.

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Performs all routine and specialized CT procedures by integrating medical knowledge and technical skills with effective patient interaction to provide quality patient care and accurate diagnostic information.

Details about the position:

• Prepare, supply, and equip exam room to meet the needs of requested examinations and to meet specific physician requirements for procedures.

• Organizes daily work schedule and performs related clerical duties as required.

• Integrates previous imaging studies, laboratory results, patient history and medical records to optimize exam.

• Perform most appropriate examination based on patient information through consultation with interpreting physician and/or ordering physician as necessary.

• Provides patient education and instruction prior to and after examination. Provide training/education to staff and students as indicated.

• Demonstrates ability to adapt exam to address problems of patient care as they arise making decisions to appropriately resolve problems.

• Operates CT scanner for data acquisition, reconstruction and documentation of images, and performs quality control measures for the purpose of ensuring optimal quality images.

• Applies ALARA principle to ensure appropriate radiation safety for self-patient, and visitor. Evaluates patient for pregnancy prior to exam as indicated.

• Performs interventional procedures applying knowledge of equipment, supplies, and AORN standards.

• Performs other patient care activities, duties and responsibilities as assigned consistent with Caregivers' scope of practice, training, experience, and license/certification/registration.

• Performs other duties as assigned.

What you bring:

• Graduation from an accredited school of radiologic technology program required.

• Minimum of one year previous experience is preferred.

• Demonstrated knowledge of and ability to apply age specific principles of growth and development, and life stages to meet each patient's need

• Demonstrated venipuncture competency

• PACS/RIS knowledge is required.

• EPIC RIS, FUJI and IntelliSpace PACS experience is preferred.

• ARRT (R) Certification by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologist is required.

• Certification/Registration/Licensure as required by the State for trained modality.

• Current BLS (Basic Life Support) certification required at date of hire.

About the community:

Come experience Ketchikan, Alaska - a friendly, family-oriented community in scenic Southeast Alaska, just an hour and a half flight from Seattle. Perfect for outdoor enthusiasts, cultural art aficionados or for those seeking a small-town, leisure lifestyle. Enjoy the idyllic scenery, abundant wildlife, and great opportunities for hiking, fishing, boating. Entrance to the famed Inside passage, a network of waterways, Ketchikan is on an island accessible by jet or ferry. Excellent schools, and a strong local economy, the Ketchikan community boasts an incredibly rich, native culture.

PeaceHealth is committed to the overall wellbeing of our caregivers: physical, emotional, financial, social, and spiritual. We offer caregivers a competitive and comprehensive total rewards package. Some of the many benefits included in this package are full medical/dental/vision coverage; 403b retirement plan employer base and matching contributions; paid time off; employer-paid life and disability insurance with additional buyup coverage options; tuition and continuing education reimbursement; wellness benefits, and expanded EAP and mental health program.

For a complete description of this position, or for questions, contact Andrea, atworek@peacehealth.org.

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For full consideration of your skills and abilities, please attach a current resume with your application. EEO Affirmative Action Employer/Vets/Disabled in accordance with applicable local, state or federal laws.

PeaceHealth requires a completed Primary Vaccine Series (e.g., 2 dose monovalent Pfizer, Moderna or Novavax series or 1 dose J&J vaccine series) or be Up to Date (receiving the most recent Pfizer/Moderna bivalent vaccine/booster) for COVID-19 vaccination prior to their start date. PeaceHealth has a medical and religious exemption request process for those that are unable to receive the COVID-19 primary vaccine series due to medical/religious reasons. For caregivers that will be working in Oregon there is a personal vaccine exemption form that may be requested.