Valley Medical Center is seeking a Radiology Technologist for a job in Tukwila, Washington.
Job Description & Requirements
- Specialty: Radiology Technologist
- Discipline: Allied Health Professional
- Duration: Ongoing
- Employment Type: Staff
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.
JOB DESCRIPTION
The position description is a guide to the critical duties and essential functions of the job, not an all-inclusive list of responsibilities, qualifications, physical demands, and work environment conditions. Position descriptions are reviewed and revised to meet the changing needs of the organization.
TITLE: Radiologic Technologist Reg Elig/ARRT
JOB OVERVIEW: Performs diagnostic radiographic and fluoroscopic procedures at a technical level requiring little supervision, to include interventional, trauma, OR, and all routine diagnostic exams and procedures.
DEPARTMENT: Radiology
WORK HOURS: Variable by shift
REPORTS TO: Radiology Manager or Director
PREREQUISITES:
Registry eligible for ARRT (Must obtain ARRT registration within 12 months of hire) or Registered ARRT and active WA State Certification as a Radiological Technologist
WA State X-Ray Technician Registration while Registry Eligible or WA State Certification as a Radiological Technologist once ARRT certified.
Two (2) years Radiology experience, preferred.
Excellent verbal and interpersonal communication skills.
Familiarity with PACS system preferred.
Current American Heart Association BLS for Healthcare Providers. required.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Demonstrates effective communication skills in a diverse population.
Ability to communicate in English.
Demonstrates the ability to work as a member of a team.
Demonstrates the ability to communicate and work with the physical and emotional developments of all age groups within scope of job.
Flexibility, adaptability, and able to keep organized and positive in a climate of constant change.
Able to perform basic computer skills.
Professional positive attitude.
Ability to perform multi-tasks simultaneously.
Proven track record of Valley Values with respect, compassion, respect, teamwork, community centered and innovation.
Attendance record that sets a good example.
UNIQUE PHYSICAL/MENTAL DEMANDS, ENVIRONMENT AND WORKING CONDITIONS:
Requires working as part of a team at the direction of the Director, Manager or Lead to maintain effective operation of Radiology Services and facilitate efficient patient care.
Includes handling, lifting, and transferring patients and equipment, standing, walking, and effectively communicating with staff, providers, and patients. Requires wearing lead aprons weighing eight (8) to ten (10) pounds.
Requires transporting patients of varying size and weight via stretcher or wheelchair.
Requires operation of wheeled C-arms weighing 500 pounds as well as moving portable equipment around the facility.
Requires working under changing conditions, depending on the schedules. Includes the potential for exposure to body fluids, radiation, and other conditions common to a hospital environment.
PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES:
Generic Job Functions: See Generic Job Description for Clinical Support Partner.
Essential Responsibilities and Competencies:
Consistently produce quality images in a variety of settings, i.e., interventional, trauma, OR, portables, C-arm, diagnostic exams.
Assists in monitoring and documentation of conscious sedation and procedures.
Assists physicians during procedures to include setting up sterile trays, providing patient support, fluoroscopy.
Start peripheral IVs for intravenous contrast or medication under the supervision of a physician and upon completion of approved IV certification. Responsible for annual review for IV certification.
Develop/maintain respectful relationships with all customers, both internal and external.
Follows radiation protection standards and practices ALARA.
Document equipment problems in service logs and initiates service calls to biomed.
Provide documentation of professional credentials and maintain education records. Includes copying ARRT and State credentials, providing copy to Director for record keeping in OneStaff, and placing a copy in Education Manual.
Transports as necessary utilizing all appropriate safety resources.
Takes on-call responsibility as require
UW Medicine Valley Medical Center Job ID #2024-0610. Posted job title: Radiologic Technologist $10K Sign-On
About Valley Medical Center
At 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!