Imaging Professionals, Relocation Assistance/Sign On Advance Eligible

Radiology Tech CT, Relocation Assistance/Sign On Advance Eligible

Job Category: Patient Care Services

Requisition Number: RADIO003624

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• Posted: August 5, 2024
• Full-Time
• Hourly Range: $42.02 USD to $57.05 USD

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Samaritan Hospital
801 E Wheeler Rd
Moses Lake, WA 98837, USA

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Our Values

At Samaritan Healthcare, we are dedicated to providing healthcare services to the community that we serve. We are committed to providing the very best work environment for our employees and the very best care to our patients. This position is responsible for performing radiological exams in a safe and prudent manner for the specific purpose of producing a diagnostic exam of the highest quality while creating a quality environment for the customer. Performs a full range of diagnostic radiography as required for Rad Tech I and in addition performs CT examinations and associated work as a registered technologist in CT. This position reports to the Diagnostic Imaging Director. The individual in this position will be required to fully understand the purpose and operation of Patient Care Services along with having the ability to make decisions based on sound judgment when a situation dictates.

This is a full-time position working 36hrs per week, with rotating weekends.

Benefits & Incentives:

• Sign-on Bonus of up to $15,000.
• Relocation Bonus of up to $5,000.

Requirements:

• Washington State Radiologic Technologist Certification.
• Registered – American Registry of Radiologic Technologists, RT(R) (CT) required.
• Completes Samaritan appropriate CT modality orientation.
• Minimum of two (2) years experience in hospital setting preferred.
• Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider (HCP) level to be completed within three (3) months of hire.

Specific Accountabilities:

• Technical factors: Automatic exposure control is used appropriately. Technical factors (kvp, ma, time and distance) are accurately utilized. Appropriate cassette is used (regular, grid, etc.), collimation and tomographic factors are employed and assistance is given to the attending physician during exams.
• Positioning techniques: Appropriate body parts are imaged and identified, views are acquired, and immobilization is employed. Radiologist protocols are followed. Practices good sterile techniques. Performs Computed Tomography Exams with and without power contrast injections.
• Archiving is done appropriately with the PACS.
• Patient handling: Transports, transfers and positions patients in a manner that is safe for the patient. Confirms that patient and exam preparations are appropriate. Evaluates patient’s mental and physical condition to avoid hazardous situations.
• Accurate patient and image documentation in the HIS/RIS and PACS systems.
• Performs necessary paperwork and archiving.
• Administers contrast media when appropriate.
• Proficient in starting IV’s.
• May be assigned on-call standby shifts as needed by the department.
• Handles confidential information according to HIPAA regulations.
• Acts as mentor to students from affiliated Radiology Technology Programs.
• Maintains professional growth and development through seminars, workshops and professional affiliations to keep abreast of latest trends in field of expertise.
• Ensures no injuries to self or others by following safe work practices and policies.
• Ensures compliance with organization policies and procedures, as well as labor agreements.
• Ensures that additional accountabilities, as may be required by management, be handled in a manner necessary to meet organizational standards.

Why Moses Lake:

• Compared to nearby larger cities, Moses Lake has a 30% cheaper cost of living overall and a 50% lower cost of housing.
• Brand new state of the art hospital slated for completion in 2026.
• Outdoor Recreation, Zero Traffic - average commute for employees of Samaritan is only 15 minutes!

Who we are:

Samaritan Healthcare is a multifaceted healthcare organization located in Moses Lake, Washington. Organized as Grant County Public Hospital District No. 1 in 1947, Samaritan is committed to improving the health and well-being of the people of the Columbia Basin.

At Samaritan, what sets us apart is our ability and desire to love. Love for our fellow employees, love for our patients, and love for accomplishing what’s best for our community. We seek to work as one unified body, one visionary mind—all fueled by one strong, beating, loving heart. Come join us as we are building a state-of-the-art new hospital!

As a Samaritan Healthcare employee, you will be asked to carry out the Mission, Vision, Values, and Strategy of Samaritan Healthcare, personifying service and operational excellence including the creation and maintenance of the best patient, employee, physician, and student experience.