Per Diem / PRN CT Technologist - $53-89 per hour
Company: Valley Medical Center
Location: Renton
Posted on: February 7, 2025
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Job Description:
Valley Medical Center is seeking a per diem / prn CT
Technologist for a per diem / prn job in Renton, Washington.Job
Description & Requirements
Job Description:
This salary range may be inclusive of several career levels at
Valley Medical Center and will be narrowed during the interview
process based on several factors, including (but not limited to)
the candidate's experience, qualifications, location, and internal
equity.
TITLE: PET Technologist
ROLE: See job description for Clinical Support Partner for generic
job duties.
JOB OVERVIEW: Under the direction of the Facility Manager and the
Medical Director, performs PET / CT exams at a technical level
requiring limited or no supervision. Performs a variety of
procedures that requires independent judgement for the preparation,
calibration, and administration of radiopharmaceuticals, performing
quality control, and diagnostic imaging procedures as well as
performing CT procedures.
AREA OF ASSIGNMENT: Olympic Building and MAC
HOURS OF WORK: Variable
RESPONSIBLE TO: Technical Coordinator and Facility Manager
PREREQUISITES:
Completion of a formal Nuclear Medicine program with advanced
training in PET as well as ARRT with advanced training in CT.
NMTCB or ARRT(N) registry-eligible in Nuclear Medicine
Technology.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Flexibility, adaptability and the balance to keep organized and
positive in a climate of constant change.
Demonstrates professionalism and effective interpersonal skills in
a diverse population.
Demonstrates the ability to communicate effectively with all
customers.
Demonstrates the ability to maintain and convey a positive team
concept.
Ability to communicate verbally and in written format in
English.
Demonstrates good decision making skills and quick follow through
on problem issues.
Demonstrates the ability to provide for the educational needs of
all areas of responsibility.
Neat and well groomed in appearance.
UNIQUE PHYSICAL/MENTAL DEMANDS, ENVIRONMENT, AND WORKING
CONDITIONS:
Requires working as a member of a team, under the direction of the
Technical Coordinator, Facility Manager and the Medical Director to
ensure efficient operation of the PET / CT scanner. Requires full
range of body motion. Requires handling, lifting, and transferring
patients and equipment, standing, sitting, walking swiftly,
reaching overhead, pulling, and bending. Requires the ability to
effectively communicate with other staff, physicians, and patients.
Requires working under changing conditions depending on the
schedules of the department. Includes the potential for exposure to
body fluids and other conditions common to hospitals. Requires
transporting patients via wheelchair, stretcher, and bed throughout
the facility. Requires skills in answering the phone. Requires
knowledge in the use of information systems, and
acquiring/transferring imaging data electronically.
PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES:
A. Generic Job Functions: See Generic Job Description for Clinical
Support Partner
Unique Job Functions:
Demonstrates proficiency in all PET / CT procedures, using
initiative in special positioning needs of individual patients.
Practices good radiation safety procedure pertaining to the
preparation, handling, administration, and disposal of
radiopharmaceuticals. (ALARA)
Performs/maintains all department records pertaining to quality
control, radiation monitoring and surveys, and radioactive
materials handling.
Orders radiopharmaceuticals according to both prescribed schedules,
and on a stat basis.
Operates all imaging and auxiliary equipment according to written
procedures/protocols, demonstrating proficiency on all
equipment.
Reports/records all equipment problems promptly, and initiates
service calls as necessary.
Responsible for documenting pertinent clinical history and
symptoms.
Participates in the utilization and support of the PACS
systems.
Utilize computer systems to obtain lab values, enter exam charges,
schedule patients, enter orders, access reports, etc.
Assists in the writing and revision of procedures/protocols.
Assists in evaluating and standardizing new procedures.
Maintain a working knowledge of medications used in nuclear
medicine.
Responsible for the physiological monitoring and care of patients
during PET / CT procedures.
UW Medicine Valley Medical Center Job ID #2024-0567. Posted job
title: Per Diem Pet/Ct TechnologistAbout Valley Medical CenterAt
Valley Medical Center, we witness the extraordinary power of life
in every facet of our work. It's a humbling and inspiring
experience that continually reinforces our purpose: caring for
people. Situated south of downtown Seattle, Valley Medical Center
has been a cornerstone of Renton since its early beginnings in
1911. As the largest nonprofit healthcare provider between Seattle
and Tacoma, we extend beyond the hospital walls, operating a
network of over forty primary care, urgent care, and specialty
clinics throughout South King County.
Valley plays a pivotal role in preserving and enhancing the health
of our community. United by core values of compassion, respect,
trust, and teamwork, we share a genuine passion for helping others,
both patients and colleagues. By joining Valley, you become part of
a remarkable and dedicated team committed to caring for our
community and one another. If this excites and motivates you,
consider joining our team!
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