CT Tech-Live, Work & Play in Southern Oregon - Grants Pass, OR

Company: Asante
Location: Crescent City
Posted on: May 28, 2023

Job Description:

CT Tech Additional Position Details: On Call Variable Schedule. This Flexible Workforce position also pays an additional 15% on top of the base hourly wage. Our Computed Tomography (CT) Techs perform various computerized tomographic procedures that are reliant on independent critical thinking and professional judgment to ensure quality evaluation of films. Our CT Techs play a key role in the patient experience and are responsible for providing compassionate patient care. Questions? Contact Chandler White at chandler.white@asante.org Who We Are Asante is more than a great hospital system in an amazing location. We are a community of passionate providers and service-focused caregivers who collaborate to deliver amazing patient outcomes; a place where titles don't matter as much as your creativity, drive, and passion. Our culture, values and people create an environment of sustained medical excellence. All three Asante hospitals have earned five stars from CMS for overall quality -- the top rating given. In fact, Asante accounts for three of the five Oregon hospitals to achieve this rare honor. And for the 10th consecutive year, Asante has been named a top 15 Health System in the nation by Merative (formerly IBM Watson Health). Who You Are

• Problem solver, able to solve challenges with scheduling, films, patients, and prioritization (triage work).
• Autonomous, capable of assuming responsibility for designated work assignments and collaborating with team and leaders when needed.
• Effective communicator, able to adapt communication style to meet the needs of patients, peers, and physicians.
• Detail oriented, capable of developing a complete picture of the case including discussion with patient, studies, labs, and physician insight.
• Flexible, able to anticipate and respond effectively to changes in direction, work volume, and emergencies.
• Safety oriented, highly conscious of safety protocols to ensure radiation safety of all patients, families, and staff.
• Growth-minded, passionate about the best practices in Radiologic Technology and participative in department and team performance improvement. What You'll Do
  • Provide quality patient exams that are clinically comprehensive and meet the needs of the patient
  • Manage a variety of designated work assignments including routine exams and procedures on OP, IP, and ED patients
  • Explain exams to patients (including family/friends when appropriate), answer questions and work to allay fears or anxiety associated with all procedures and CT equipment
  • Monitor and act on radiation safety best practices including lead shielding as necessary What You Must Have Experience
    • One or more years of CT tech experience is preferred (will consider new graduates with technical and patient care proficiency) License/Certifications
      • Licensed in Radiography or Nuclear Medicine by the Oregon Board of Medical Imaging (OBMI) with certification in Computed Tomography CT required
      • BLS: Basic Life Support for the Healthcare Provider certified through the American Heart Association (AHA) required upon start What We Offer Our Flexible Workforce (Per diem/On-call)
        • Competitive starting wage, considerations for beneficial experience, education, and qualifications
        • An additional 15% on top of the base hourly rate (if not an employee already in a benefited position)
        • Benefit option available through the Asante Flexible Workforce plan
        • Excellent retirement package with up to a 6% employer contribution About Asante and Southern Oregon Asante is a local, community owned and governed, not-for-profit organization that provides comprehensive health care services to more than 550,000 people in a nine-county area of Southern Oregon and Northern California. It includes Asante Ashland Community Hospital in Ashland, Asante Rogue Regional Medical Center in Medford, Asante Three Rivers Medical Center in Grants Pass, Asante Physician Partners throughout the Rogue Valley, and additional health care partnerships. Virtually all medical specialties and services are represented within an organization dedicated to providing exceptional care. With over 5,000 employees, Asante's entities offer outstanding opportunities for career advancement and professional growth. At Asante your work positively impacts your family, friends, neighbors and the community. Experience the difference in how you work, how you live and how you connect. At Asante we are defined by our values - traits that guide us as we serve patients and the community: Excellence - Respect - Honesty - Service - Teamwork Asante is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to employ and advance in employment women, minorities, qualified individuals with disabilities and protected veterans.

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