CT Technologist

Virginia Mason Franciscan Health has a rich history of providing exceptional healthcare, dating back to 1891. Building upon a legacy of compassionate care and innovation, our organization has evolved over the years through strategic partnerships and integrations to expand our reach and services across the Puget Sound area.

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Our dedicated providers offer a full spectrum of health care services, from routine wellness to complex disease management, all grounded in rigorous research and education. Our comprehensive network of 10 hospitals and nearly 300 care sites strategically located across the greater Puget Sound region reflects our ongoing commitment to accessibility and comprehensive care.

We are proud of our pioneering medical advances and numerous awards and accreditations that reflect our dedication to excellence. When you join Virginia Mason Franciscan Health, you become part of a team that delivers top-quality, professional healthcare in modern, well-equipped facilities, and contributes to a legacy of service built on collaboration and shared purpose.

Shine as a Night Shift CT Technologist at St. Joseph Medical Center!

Join our dedicated team at St. Joseph Medical Center in Tacoma, WA, and make a real difference in patient lives! We are seeking a skilled and compassionate CT Technologist to work the night shift, providing crucial diagnostic imaging services to our community.

JOB SUMMARY

As a Night Shift CT Technologist, you will utilize state-of-the-art computerized tomography (CT) scanners to produce high-quality cross-sectional images of patients' internal organs and tissues. Your expertise will be vital in the diagnosis of medical issues, ensuring accurate and timely results for our physicians. You will interpret physician's scanning instructions, administer contrast materials, prepare and operate CT scan equipment, and expertly position patients to capture the appropriate images, all while adhering to strict safety procedures and protocols.

Your responsibilities will also include:

• Maneuvering equipment and patients with care and precision.
• Providing basic patient care and ensuring their comfort throughout the procedure.
• Submitting accurate and timely imaging, patient history documentation, and case charging.
• Actively supporting the department's initiatives related to patient and employee satisfaction.
• You will perform a variety of technical procedures that require independent judgment, initiative, and ingenuity in order to apply prescribed ionizing radiation for radiologic diagnosis.

Beyond your technical skills, you will be accountable for:

• Staying abreast of CHI Franciscan Health (CHI-FH) standards, protocols, and procedures relating to the CT function.
• Maintaining current CT skills and demonstrating evidence of continuing education through department meetings, individualized learning opportunities from radiologists, and related classes.

MINIMUM JOB QUALIFICATIONS:

• Graduation from an accredited school of Radiological Technology, including coursework in cross-sectional anatomy and/or demonstrated skill/knowledge in cross-sectional anatomy.
• One year of work experience as a CT Technologist preferred.

Licensure/Certification:

• American Registry of Radiology Technologist (ARRT) required.
• Current healthcare provider BLS Certification required.
• State of Washington Registration as a Radiologic Technologist.
• CT Registration is preferred.