Radiology Tech CT, Per Diem

Our mission

All of us, for each of you, every time.

Our vision

Together, serving as the trusted regional healthcare partner.

Our values: Listen~Love~Respect~Excel~Innovate

At Samaritan, we do more than deliver healthcare - we make a meaningful difference in the lives of our community every day. We're committed to creating an exceptional workplace where professionals feel valued, supported, and inspired to provide outstanding care to every patient we serve.

This is a per diem position working variable shifts and days of the week.

Extra incentive

Up to $15,000 sign on bonus, subject to two-year Hospital Sign on Advance Agreement. (External candidates only.)

SPECIFIC ACCOUNTABILITIES (not limited to)

1. 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. 2.
• 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. 3. Archiving is done appropriately with the PACS. 4.

Gantry

• Angle mechanism is used appropriately, Table height is appropriate, Positioning is appropriate for exam. 5.
• 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 in order to avoid hazardous situations and does not leave alone, if their safety is questioned. 6. Accurate patient and image documentation in the HIS/RIS and PACS systems. 7. Performs SBAR as required and uses AIDET. 8. Monitors patient needs. 9. Performs necessary paperwork and archiving. 10. Administers contrast media when appropriate. 11. Proficient in starting IV’s. 12. May be assigned on-call standby shifts as needed by the department. 13. Handles confidential information according to HIPAA regulations. 14.