CT Technologist

CT Technologist - Night Shift

Earn More, Stress Less: Night Shift at PeaceHealth Southwest, Just Minutes From Portland

Hiring Bonus and Relocation Assistance May Be Available

If you're tired of losing hours of your life to traffic or feeling like just another employee in a large system, this opportunity offers a real change. Picture this: a Level II Trauma Center where your skills matter, your team knows your name, and your leadership truly supports you, all without the brutal commute.

At PeaceHealth Southwest Medical Center in Vancouver, WA, our night shift CT Technologists enjoy higher pay for the personal time they give up, a calmer commute, and the chance to build their expertise in one of the region's busiest imaging departments. As a Level II Trauma Center, PeaceHealth Southwest offers exposure to a high volume of complex and acute cases, providing opportunities to develop advanced clinical skills while making a meaningful impact on patient care.

You'll work with a robust fleet of advanced CT technology, including Siemens Force, Siemens Edge Plus, and GE CT scanners. These modern systems support fast, high-quality imaging across trauma, stroke, cardiac, and emergency care, helping you deliver exceptional patient care in a demanding clinical environment.

And yes-we're just about four minutes from Portland. Close enough for easy access to the city, but far enough to avoid the gridlock that drains so much of the Portland area.

The Opportunity: Night Shift CT Technologist (1.0 FTE)

Schedule: Four 10‑hour night shifts (Wednesday through Saturday, 7:00 pm-5:30 am)

Compensation: $44.97-$66.97/hour + shift differential pay. Hiring rate depends on education, training, experience, and applicable collective bargaining agreements.

Location: PeaceHealth Southwest Medical Center - Vancouver, WA

You'll join a tight-knit, mission-driven imaging team in a busy Level II Trauma Center, gaining experience in:

• High‑acuity neuro
• Stroke
• Cardiac imaging
• Complex trauma cases

This is the kind of experience that elevates your career, sharpens your skills, and keeps you engaged. If you're looking for a department where you'll consistently use your skills and continue growing professionally, you'll find it here.

Why Night Shift Here Is Worth It

Working nights comes with real sacrifices-your personal routines, your social time, your sleep schedule. We see that. We value that.

And we pay for that.

Shift Differential Pay That Reflects Your Commitment

• Evening differential: +$3.50/hour (7 pm-11 pm)
• Night differential: +$5.00/hour (11 pm-5:30 am)
• Weekend differential: +$1.00/hour

This is your added reward for stepping up when others are asleep.

Shared Call Rotation

Our CT team works together to support patient care around the clock.

• Call participation is required
• Typically 1-3 call days per month
• Shared equitably among team members
• An opportunity to contribute to the imaging needs of a busy trauma center beyond scheduled shifts

A Commute That Doesn't Steal Your Life

While the Portland metro area is known for long, draining drive times, our location offers a completely different experience:

• Practically guaranteed easy night‑shift commute
• A few minutes from I‑5, Highway 14, and the Columbia River
• Free parking on campus
• Zero daily battles with downtown traffic, crowded garages, or long waits
• Spend less time in the car and more time living the life you work hard for.

Financial & Career Benefits

• Competitive hourly rates + shift differentials
• Low‑cost medical/dental/vision plans
• Generous PTO
• Employer‑paid life and disability coverage
• Employer‑contributed 403(b)
• Tuition reimbursement and continuing education support
• Access to wellness and expanded mental health benefits
• Add Washington's no state income tax, and your earnings stretch even further.

Why PeaceHealth and Vancouver, WA?

A Supportive Culture

You will work in a fast‑paced imaging department, but you won't do it alone. Our leaders are visible, hands‑on, and invested in your growth. Our team is collaborative, skilled, and deeply committed to person‑first care.

Your Perfect Lifestyle Mix

Whether you prefer urban energy, suburban comfort, or a quieter rural pace, Southwest Washington offers it-with none of the hassles of commuting to Portland.

Enjoy:

• Lower daily stress
• Easy access to the outdoors
• A vibrant food and arts scene
• The financial perk of zero state income tax for Washington residents

Your Role: What You'll Do

• Perform routine and advanced CT procedures for trauma and critical care
• Deliver precise, compassionate, patient‑centered care
• Ensure safe imaging practices, including ALARA principles
• Maintain a clean, organized, high‑energy work environment
• Work closely with radiologists and your imaging team to ensure optimal outcomes

What You Bring

• Graduate of an accredited Radiologic Technology Program
• ARRT (R) required at hire; ARRT (CT) within 1 year
• Washington State Radiologic Technologist license
• BLS certification
• Venipuncture skills and PACS/RIS experience

Busy. Challenging. Rewarding.

This is not a low-volume imaging department. Our technologists work in a high-acuity environment and play a critical role in caring for trauma, stroke, cardiac, and emergency patients. If you're energized by meaningful work, advanced technology, and the opportunity to continually strengthen your clinical skills, you'll find this role both professionally rewarding and personally fulfilling.

Ready to explore what night shift can mean for your career-and your lifestyle?

Apply now to take the next steps toward a meaningful career! For a complete description of this position, for more information, or to arrange for a personalized tour of our imaging department, contact our recruiter, Andrea, at 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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