CT Technologist
Brewster, WA
Catalytic Solutions
3x12 hrs, Days
Referral Bonus

Radiology/CT Tech

Diagnostic Imaging | Brewster, Washington | Contract

• Contract length: 13 weeks
• Hours: 36 per week
• Shift: Three 12-hour shifts (Friday, Saturday, Sunday), 0800-2030, with call

Role Summary

Provide the Imaging Department, Radiologists, Emergency Department providers, and staff physicians with the best possible diagnostic images, efficiently and with attention to patient comfort and privacy.

Key Responsibilities

• Position patients under x-ray equipment, adjust immobilization devices, and use shielding and radiation protection practices.
• Administer oral or intravenous contrast agents under a provider's direction, and mix and prepare barium and contrast agents.
• Use appropriate radiation technique and exposure factors to produce quality images with minimal patient exposure.
• Assist in treating diseased or affected areas of the body under physician supervision.
• Schedule procedures across all modalities, and transport patients to and from Radiology as needed.
• Scan reports, worksheets, and referrals into PACS, and use the hospital information system to attach reports and track timecard entries.
• Transmit images to and receive dictated reports from a teleradiology vendor.
• Develop working knowledge of radiology equipment, including mobile x-ray and C-arm used on medical floors, in Surgery, and in the Emergency Department.
• Validate images, requisitions, and paperwork for patient registration and billing.
• Maintain equipment, supplies, and inventory, and keep procedure rooms clean and ready.
• Maintain knowledge of radiologic procedures and hospital, departmental, safety, fire, disaster, and hazardous chemical policies.
• Complete annual continuing education, safety updates, and required annual Washington State license renewal submission to Human Resources.

Required Qualifications

• Valid CT Technologist license in Washington
• CT Technologist (2 years of experience)
• CT Technologist experience within the last year
• BLS