Description

PeaceHealth Sacred Heart Medical Center at RiverBend in Springfield, Oregon is seeking a Radiology Technologist Special Procedures - Cath Lab for a Per Diem/Relief, 0.00 FTE, Day position. The salary range for this job opening at PeaceHealth is $49.96 – $74.61. The hiring rate is dependent upon several factors, including but not limited to education, training, work experience, terms of any applicable collective bargaining agreement, seniority, etc.

Why PeaceHealth?

• ACC Accredited Chest Pain Center

• CMS 5 Star Rating

• LeapFrog "A" Safety Rating

• Accredited Structural Heart Program

• ACC Certified Transcatheter Valve Center

• Cutting Edge Technology

• Progressive mindset and collaborative environment

• PeaceHealth was named one of "America's Greatest Workplaces in 2023" by Newsweek and is among Newsweek's "America's Greatest Workplaces for Job Starters in 2024"! Be a part of our mission-driven culture where values guide every decision, creating a truly purposeful workplace.

Details about the position:

• Provides patient services to a wide range of patient ages from neonates to geriatric patients using imaging modalities; performs angiographic and cardiac catheterization procedures; applies principles of radiation protection; evaluates images for technical quality; exercises professional judgment in the performance of procedures; provides patient care essential to procedures; recognizes patient conditions immediate action and initiates life support measures; maintains knowledge current with developing requiring technology.

• Conducts examinations for diagnostic interpretation, evaluates procedures, and makes recommendations for improvement. Integrates previous imaging studies, laboratory results, patient history and medical records to optimize exam. Evaluates patient information for potential risk factors.

• Initiates investigation of incidents when immediate action is required; otherwise refers for further evaluation to department leadership.

• Provides patient services using imaging modalities; performs examinations, assists in procedures; applies principles of radiation protection; evaluates images for technical quality; recognizes patient conditions requiring immediate action and initiates life support measures; maintains knowledge of current/developing technology.

• Administers ionizing radiation for diagnostic and therapeutic purposes. Performs angiographic and cardiac catheterization procedures.

• Administers contrast agents as required by specified procedures under the direction of a qualified physician.

• Prepares supplies and equips exam room to meet the needs of requested examinations and to meet specific physician requirements for procedures.

• Applies ALARA principle to ensure appropriate radiation safety for self, staff and patient. Evaluates patient for pregnancy prior to exam as indicated.

• Perform surgical x-ray examinations utilizing appropriate radiation safety measures and adhering to AORN standards.

What you bring:

• Accredited School Required: Radiologic Technology.

• Experience and demonstrated ability to adapt exam to address problems of patient care as they arise making decisions to appropriately resolve problems

• Appropriate knowledge of radiologic principles, physics, anatomy, physiology, positioning and related medical terminology

• PACS/RIS knowledge

• ARRT eligible or ARRT-R certified.

• Registration with Oregon Board of Medical Imaging (recent graduates of an accredited education program that provides eligibility to sit for the ARRT-R exam may be employed for up to 6 months under a temporary Oregon Board of Medical Imaging (OBMI) license. Those graduates will have a six-month grace period in which to pass the ARRT-R exam and receive their permanent OBMI license).

• Basic Life Support certification through American Heart Association or American Red Cross required upon hire.

• ACLS certification required within 6 months.

For a detailed description of this position, or for questions, contact Andrea, atworek@peacehealth.org.

This position is represented by a collective bargaining agreement. There may be more than one opening on this posting.

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See how PeaceHealth is committed toInclusivity, Respect for Diversity and Cultural Humility (https://www.thecaregiver.org/wp-content/uploads/2017/05/PeaceHealth-Statement-of-Commitment-to-Diversity-and-Inclusion-vFINAL.pdf) .

For full consideration of your skills and abilities, please attach a current resume with your application. EEO Affirmative Action Employer/Vets/Disabled in accordance with applicable local, state, or federal laws.

PeaceHealth requires a completed Primary Vaccine Series (e.g., 2 dose monovalent Pfizer, Moderna or Novavax series or 1 dose J&J vaccine series) or be Up to Date (receiving the most recent Pfizer/Moderna bivalent vaccine/booster) for COVID-19 vaccination prior to their start date. PeaceHealth has a medical and religious exemption request process for those that are unable to receive the COVID-19 primary vaccine series due to medical/religious reasons. For caregivers that will be working in Oregon there is a personal vaccine exemption form that may be requested.

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