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.

Today, as Virginia Mason Franciscan Health, we remain deeply committed to healing the whole person – body, mind, and spirit – in the communities we serve. This commitment is strengthened by the diverse expertise and shared values brought together through our growth.

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.

Are you a highly skilled and flexible CT Technologist seeking a rewarding per diem opportunity? St. Joseph Medical Center in Tacoma, Washington, is looking for a dedicated Per Diem CT Technologist to join our dynamic diagnostic imaging team. If you thrive in a diverse work environment and are passionate about delivering top-tier patient care, we invite you to apply!

Why St. Joseph Medical Center?

At St. Joseph Medical Center, we're dedicated to providing exceptional patient-centered care. As a Per Diem CT Technologist, you'll play a crucial role in enabling accurate diagnoses and supporting our physicians in delivering life-saving treatment. This role offers the flexibility you desire while allowing you to contribute significantly to a leading healthcare institution. We foster a supportive environment where your expertise is valued, and your contributions truly make a difference.

About the Role:

As a Per Diem CT Technologist, you'll be an essential part of our diagnostic imaging team, ready to step in and provide critical support as needed. You'll operate advanced computerized tomography (CT) scanners to produce detailed cross-section images of patients’ internal organs and tissues, always adhering to strict safety procedures and protocols. Your ability to interpret physician’s scanning instructions, administer contrast materials, and meticulously operate CT scan equipment will be paramount in ensuring accurate and timely diagnoses.

Key Responsibilities (What You'll Do):

Your day-to-day work will involve a variety of critical tasks, including:

• Precision Imaging: Interpreting physician orders to capture accurate and high-quality images for diagnostic purposes.
• Patient Care & Comfort: Administering contrast materials, skillfully positioning patients for optimal imaging, and providing basic patient care to ensure their comfort and safety throughout the scanning process.
• Equipment Mastery: Preparing and operating advanced CT scan equipment with proficiency and attention to detail.
• Dynamic Work Environment: Efficiently maneuvering equipment and patients within the department.
• Accurate Documentation: Submitting thorough and timely imaging, patient history documentation, and case charges to maintain comprehensive patient records.
• Team Collaboration: Supporting departmental initiatives that enhance both patient and employee satisfaction, contributing to a positive and effective work environment.
• Independent Judgment: Performing a variety of technical procedures that require independent judgment, initiative, and ingenuity to apply prescribed ionizing radiation for radiologic diagnosis.
• Continuous Learning: Maintaining current skills and actively pursuing ongoing professional development and education. This includes staying informed about CHI Franciscan standards, protocols, and procedures specific to the CT function, and learning from radiologists.
• Quality Assurance: Participating in quality assurance audits and activities, as well as performing incidental office duties as needed, to ensure timely and complete patient records and contribute to a highly functioning department and team.

What You'll Bring:

• Education: Graduation from an accredited school of Radiological Technology, including coursework in cross-sectional anatomy and/or demonstrated skill/knowledge in cross-sectional anatomy.
• Experience: One year of dedicated work experience as a CT Technologist is preferred.
• Licensure/Certification:
• American Registry of Radiology Technologist (ARRT) required.
• Current American Heart Association Healthcare Provider BLS Certification required.
• State of Washington Registration as a Radiologic Technologist required.
• CT Registration is preferred.

Ready for a Flexible and Impactful Role?

If you're a skilled and adaptable CT Technologist looking for a per diem opportunity to utilize your expertise and positively impact patient lives, we encourage you to apply! Join our dedicated team at St. Joseph Medical Center and be a vital part of our commitment to excellent healthcare in the Tacoma community.