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Virginia Mason Franciscan Health Interventional Radiology Technologist in Seattle, Washington
Overview
Sign-on Bonus Available!! Virginia Mason Franciscan Health brings together two award winning health systems in Washington state, CHI Franciscan and Virginia Mason. As one integrated health system with the most patient access points in western Washington our team includes 18,000 staff and nearly 5,000 employed physicians and affiliated providers. At Virginia Mason Franciscan Health you will find the safest and highest quality of care provided by our expert, compassionate medical care team at 11 hospitals and nearly 300 sites throughout the greater Puget Sound region.
Responsibilities
Virginia Mason Medical Center, was recognized among the Best Hospitals in Washington state by U.S. News & World Report. With numerous awards and distinctions, including our recognition as Top Hospital of the Decade by The Leapfrog Group, Virginia Mason has transformed health care through our innovations in patient safety and our ability to provide patients in our community with easier access to our high-quality care. Consisting of a 336-bed hospital in Seattle, WA, and an extensive network of primary and specialty care clinics throughout the Puget Sound region, joining Virginia Mason is an exceptional opportunity to partner with nationally recognized physicians and peers, and an organization recognized as the benchmark for health care. As a member of our team, you will contribute to the strength of our Team Medicine approach to collaborative medicine. You will also help to further our commitment to continuous improvement through our Virginia Mason Production System, and our philosophy of empowering you to facilitate real change in the delivery of care. Join us, and find out how many ways Virginia Mason offers you the chance to focus on what really matters - your patients. This position provides assistance to the Interventional Radiologist during radiographic interventional procedures and contributes to the operations of the Interventional Radiology department within the boundaries set by the standards of the profession and State and Federal regulations.
As a part of our organization, we currently offer the following additional benefits:
Education Loan Forgiveness for qualifying loans
Competitive starting wages (DOE) and training to grow within the company
Paid Time Off (PTO) - Health/Dental/Vision Insurance - Flexible health spending accounts (FSA)
Matching 401(k) and 457(b) Retirement Programs - Tuition Assistance for caeer growth and development
Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for you and your family
Voluntary Protection: Group Accident, Critical Illness, and Identify Theft
Adoption Assistance - Wellness Program.
Qualifications
We require:
Graduation from a hospital-based or college-based radiology program.
Washington State Certification for Radiologic Technologist and a certificate from the American Registry of Radiological Technology (ARRT) as well as current registration with ARRT.
Current certification in Vascular Interventional Radiology or successful completion of certification within one year of hire; and current CPR validation.
Completion of 24 Category "A" continuing education (CE) within a two year period is also required.
Critical thinking skills; quality assurance assessment skills; excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
The ability to work with highly technical equipment; extensive product knowledge; a thorough understanding of sterile technique.
Ability to achieve hemostasis following the removal of arterial/venous catheters.
Preferred qualifications:
- One year of experience in Interventional Radiology and/or a minimum two years of experience in Diagnostic Radiology. Preference will be given to applicants who hold national certification in any advanced Radiological modality.
Virginia Mason offers much more than competitive compensation and benefits. With continuing education opportunities and the added potential of relocation assistance, you will find our commitment to your well-being is both rewarding and refreshing. There is also the lifestyle benefit that comes with finding yourself in the heart of the Pacific Northwest. Surrounded by the vibrancy and sophistication of one of the most livable cities in the country, finding the perfect urban or outdoor pursuit will instinctively and pleasurably become second nature.
We are an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.
Pay Range
$52.24 - $70.61 /hour
We are an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.