Locum Rad Technologist

About the job

CHAS Health is hiring a locum radiology technologist for Spokane Urgent Care in Spokane Valley, Washington. The technologist provides radiologic technology services: taking x-rays on fixed equipment, processing and routing films, and enforcing radiation safety standards.

CHAS Health has multiple clinics and locations and continues to expand. Its stated goal is removing barriers to care and offering evidence-based care close to where patients live.

What you'll do

• Operate and maintain fixed x-ray equipment
• Position patients and use proper tube-part-film alignment and collimation to give patients the most protection
• Process film and file completed exams according to department procedures, and send films to designated consultants when required
• Follow and enforce radiation and safety standards
• Route films to CHAS sites and track films sent and received
• Request, manage and return film studies from other facilities when providers ask
• Complete documentation and related clerical work as needed
• Cover front desk duties as needed

What you need

• A current license from Washington State to practice as a Radiology Technologist
• Registration through the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists, or eligibility for the registry with registration obtained within 6 months of hire
• Knowledge of anatomy and physiology, medical terminology, radiographic positioning, basic patient care and procedures, and techniques for running x-ray and other diagnostic imaging equipment
• Excellent customer service and spoken and written communication skills, and compassion for patients
• Able to work well on a team and multitask in a fast-paced setting
• Computer skills
• BLS (CPR/AED)
• A valid driver's license, insurance and a vehicle
• A commitment to keeping the environment safe and respectful
• Able to stand, sit and move about for one-third to two-thirds of the workday
• Able to use your hands to finger, handle or feel for over two-thirds of the time and to reach with your hands and arms
• Climbing or balancing take up less than one-third of the time and stooping, kneeling or crouching one-third to two-thirds of the day; talking and hearing take up over two-thirds of the day