Kaiser Permanente CT Technologist, East Portland, Clackamas & Surrounding Areas, All-Shifts, Part-Time, Full-Time in Clackamas, Oregon
Applying to this position is the first step to obtaining a CT Technologist position at one of Kaiser Permanente's premier hospitals and clinics in the Pacific Northwest. This position begins an external hiring process that streamlines and expedites hiring for CT Technologists who do not already work at Kaiser Permanente.
Current Available Locations: Sunnyside Medical Center & surrounding medical offices
Available Shifts: Variable, Day, Evening, Night
Float Differential Potential: $2.00/Hr.
Next Steps to starting your CT Technologist Career at Kaiser Permanente:
- Apply to this position to express interest in a career at Kaiser Permanente Imaging & Radiology Department.
- After you apply, the Northwest Talent Acquisition Consultant team will reach out via phone call to provide you with a list of open positions.
- When you identify a position you are interested in being considered for, communicate back to the Northwest Talent Acquisition Consultant.
- The hiring team will review and contact you for a virtual interview.
- If selected, you will be contacted by Talent Acquisition with an overview of the final steps in the hiring process, and shortly after you will receive an electronic offer letter and be connected with the unit manager.
Job Summary:
Under direct supervision, operates CT scanners and other radiographic equipment to produce high-quality diagnostic images. Perform all duties, including clerical duties as needed, in a manner which promotes team concepts and reflects the KPNW mission and philosophy.
Perform diagnostic procedures, using knowledge, skills, and abilities required for age of patient served, including routine, emergent, biopsy, and/or special procedure examinations in accordance with department policies and procedures. Communicate all necessary information to other members of the health care team. Provide service-oriented communication with the patient; explaining procedures and answering questions. Apply appropriate measures (ALARA principles) for minimizing radiation exposure.
File work/Reception/computer including PACs functions. Administer contrast media as directed, in accordance with all policies and procedures. Protocol exams according to established departmental directives. Assist with screening patients for contraindications.
Perform Quality Assurance functions and troubleshoot equipment. Restock supplies/cleaning. Maintain general order and cleanliness of the assigned room.
Perform other duties as assigned. Assist with patient transport as needed. Report equipment malfunctions appropriately. Participate in on-call or standby schedule as assigned.
Basic Qualifications:
Experience: Minimum one (1) year experience as a CT technologist within the past 2 years or minimum six (6) months experience in an acute hospital setting within the last year. Per the National Agreement, current KP Coalition employees have this experience requirement waived.
Education: High School Diploma or General Education Development (GED) required.
License, Certification, Registration:
- Diagnostic Radiologic Technologist License (Oregon) required at hire OR Registered Radiologic Technologist (Washington) required at hire
- American Registry of Radiologic Technologists Certificate - Computed Tomography required at hire
- Radiologic Technologist Certification required at hire from American Registry of Radiologic Technologists
- Basic Life Support within 1 month of hire
Additional Requirements: Proof of continuing education. Mandatory Infection control education and training will occur on an annual basis. Knowledge and skills in Infection Control shall be evaluated annually on an oral or written basis per KPNW policy and/or requirements. Demonstrates customer-focused service skills. Ability to use and apply excellent communication and interpersonal skills with peers and administration. Perform all functions at a high level of competence without direct supervision. IV Certification will be obtained annually. Must be able to work in a Labor/Management Partnership environment.
Preferred Qualifications: Prior CT work experience using helical and/or multi-detector technology. Attendance at CT and cross-sectional anatomy courses. Organizational skills, time management, prioritization, planning; attention to detail; problem-solving, decision-making, judgment; technical skills; initiative; communication, interpersonal skills, customer relations, organizational relations; adaptability; flexibility. Knowledge of cross-sectional anatomy. Knowledge of Policies and Procedures. Associates degree or higher in Radiologic Science or related field. Bachelors degree in Radiologic Science.
COMPANY: KAISER
REQNUMBER: 1319492
External hires must pass a background check/drug screen. Qualified applicants with arrest and/or conviction records will be considered for employment in a manner consistent with Federal, state and local laws, including but not limited to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran, or disability status.
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