Mobile Health Team Inc., a staffing agency has an opening for a CT/X-Ray Technologist. We are looking for someone with a passion for people.

Location: Hermiston, OR 97838

Assignment Start Date: 11/25/2024

13 weeks | Nights | 10-hour shift | 40 hours guaranteed weekly

Provides health care services by applying x-ray energy to assist in diagnosis or treatment. Performs Radiographic procedures and related techniques, producing images for interpretation by or at the request of a licensed practitioner. Performs computed tomography and related procedures to demonstrate sectional anatomic images for interpretation by, or at the request of a licensed practitioner. Exercises professional judgment in the performance of services and maintains a demeanor complementary to medical ethics. Provides appropriate patient care and recognizes patient conditions essential for the successful completion of the procedure.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Performs diagnostic radiography procedures
• Corroborates patient's clinical history with the procedure, assuring information is documented and available for use by a licensed practitioner.
• Prepares patient for procedures; provides instructions to obtain desired results, gain cooperation, and minimize anxiety.
• Selects and operates ultrasound equipment, and associated devices to achieve desired results.
• Positions patient and equipment to best demonstrate anatomic area of interest, respecting patient ability and comfort.
• Immobilizes patients as required for appropriate examination.
• Determines ultrasonic frequencies and appropriate transducers for the anatomic area of interest.
• Evaluate images for technical quality, assuring proper identification is recorded.
• Verifies informed consent for, and assists a licensed practitioner with, interventional procedures.
• Practices aseptic techniques as necessary.
• Assumes responsibility for the provision of physical and emotional needs of patients during procedures.
• In agreement with state statute(s) and/or where institutional policy permits: prepares, identifies, and/or administers contrast media and/or medications as prescribed by a licensed practitioner.
• Initiates basic life support action when necessary.
• Maintains knowledge of and observes Universal precautions.
• Provides patient education.
• Assists in maintaining records, respecting confidentiality, and establishing policy.
• Assumes responsibility for assigned area and reports equipment malfunction.
• Provides input for equipment purchase and supply decisions.
• Provides practical instruction for students and/or other health care professionals.
• Participates in the department's quality assessment and improvement plan. May be responsible for specific quality control duties in the assigned area.
• May be responsible for control of inventory and purchase of supplies for the assigned area.
• Understands and applies patient relations skills.
• Pursues the appropriate continuing education needed to maintain a license or certification.
• Accomplishes other duties as assigned.

EXPERIENCE/EDUCATION/QUALIFICATION

Experience:

• Must have at least 2 years of recent X-Ray experience

Education:

• Completion of a formal Radiologic Technology accredited program is required

Licenses, Certifications, and/or Registration:

• Certification by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists in radiography and CT, or equivalent required by the state of Oregon.
• Must be licensed in the State of Oregon as a Radiologic Technologist/CT Technologist.
• Current BLS certification.
• Bilingual and/or English-Spanish speaking preferred. Ability to work with culturally diverse populations desired.

EMR System: EPIC experience preferred

Shift: This is a 40-hour (10-hour shifts) Nights position. Thursday, Friday, Saturday & Sunday

Mobile Health Team, Inc is a workforce solutions company. We match experienced healthcare professionals with temporary or permanent positions globally.

Our mission is clear, to bridge the staffing gap in the healthcare industry by creating and maintaining long-term working relationships with clients and healthcare professionals. We specialize in temporary and permanent placements in order to meet our client's needs.