Radiology Technologist (Per Diem/Hourly, Float Shift)

OPPORTUNITY

Harborview Medical Center – Radiology has outstanding opportunity for PER DIEM/HOURLY, FLOAT SHIFT, RADIOLOGY TECHNOLOGIST.

Under the direction of the Radiology Supervisor, Lead Technologist, Radiologist, or other Physician, this individual will perform skilled radiographic procedures that assist in the diagnosis or treatment of patients. Additionally, the person in this role will provide the appropriate education to patients and their families prior to and post Radiology procedure and exercises responsible judgment in recognizing and reporting significant situations relating to patient care.

WHAT WILL YOUR DAY LOOK LIKE?

Performs diagnostic radiographic exams as assigned by Lead or Supervisor. Transferring and positioning patients as well as providing immobilization. Provide devices as required and select proper technical factors and operate radiographic equipment.

Under general supervision performs complex radiographic procedures such as, but not limited to the following: myelograms, discograms, complex orthopedic procedures in the OR, extensive radiography, and complex polytraumatized patients from the ED and ICU.

Is able to operate the following equipment/systems: Computed and Digital Radiography equipment, PACS, the Hospital Information System, and the Radiology Information System. Able to print and retrieve images. Can implement downtime procedures as needed.

Assists in the orientation of new staff, technologists, researchers, and students to the Radiology department.

Help maintain a clean and well-stocked working environment.

May be assigned Lead responsibilities in their absence or when requested.

Maintains adequate computer and/or written records using the Radiology Information System.

May be required to work on-call.

Assures appropriate utilization of Radiation Protection prescribed by safety standards is utilized.

WHAT’S NEEDED?

Satisfactory completion of formal radiologic technology training in an AMA approved school and eligible for registration by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) with Registry completed before completion of probationary period
OR

equivalent education/experience.

LICENSE REQUIRED

Registered as an X-Ray Technician by the State of Washington

ABOUT US
We’re on a mission.
Harborview Medical Center is a comprehensive healthcare facility dedicated to providing specialized care for a broad spectrum of patients from throughout the Pacific Northwest, including the most vulnerable residents of King County.

As the only designated Level I adult and pediatric trauma and verified burn center in the state of Washington, Harborview serves as the regional trauma and burn referral center for Alaska, Montana and Idaho and the disaster preparedness and disaster control hospital for Seattle and King County.

Advanced diagnostic imaging, specialized clinical expertise
Radiology Services at Harborview Medical Center offers a full complement of radiology tests and imaging procedures, including nuclear medicine and interventional radiology (angiography).

A Higher Degree of Healthcare

UW Medicine’s mission is to improve the health of the public by advancing medical knowledge, providing outstanding primary and specialty care to the people of the region, and preparing tomorrow’s physicians, scientists, and other health professionals. UW Medicine owns or operates Harborview Medical Center (HMC), UW Medical Center (UWMC), Valley Medical Center (VMC), a network of UW Medicine Neighborhood Clinics (UWNC) that provide primary care, UW Physicians, UW School of Medicine, Airlift Northwest, and other owned, operated, or affiliated entities as appropriate.