Acute Special Procedures Technologist

Banner Health; Gilbert (AZ); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Banner Health in Gilbert, AZ seeks a Radiologic Technologist for Banner Gateway Medical Center. The role performs specialized radiographic procedures with strict adherence to policies and patient safety.

Schedule is 4 days per week, 10-hour shifts, 7:30am–6:00pm, with rotating call and potential float to the MDA Cancer Center. Requires ARRT, state licensure (as applicable), and BLS; 2 years of clinical radiology experience preferred.

Qualifications

• Certificate or diploma from an approved/accredited Radiologic Technology program.
• Requires ARRT national certification and licensure as applicable; BLS certification.

Responsibilities

• Performs prescribed radiographic procedures in accordance with department policies.
• Education patients and families about procedures; promotes teamwork and safe patient care.
• Produces high-quality images and documents results for interpretation.
• Operates and troubleshoots radiology equipment; maintains safety protocols.

Skills

Communication

Analytical thinking

Teamwork

Education

Radiologic Technology certificate/diploma

Job description

Primary City/State:

Gilbert, Arizona

Department Name:

Angiography-Hosp

Work Shift:

Day

Job Category:

Clinical Care

Eligible for hire on incentive!

Health care is full of possibilities. Medical imaging plays a pivotal role in excellent patient care at Banner Health. If you’re looking to leverage your abilities – you belong at Banner Health.

Location: Banner Gateway, 1900 N Higley Road, Gilbert AZ, 85234

Schedule: Varied 4 days a week with 10 hour shifts, Monday through Friday. 7:30am to 6:00pm with rotating Call. Will float to MDA Cancer center.

Experience innovative technology and exceptional opportunities for growth and development at Banner Health's state-of-the-art hospital Banner Gateway Medical Center. With comprehensive electronic medical records, physician order entry, digital radiography and proprietary advanced patient monitoring, Banner Gateway provides you with the innovative resources you need to provide your patients with the best care possible. Our commitment to nursing excellence has enabled us to achieve Magnet™ recognition by the American Nurses Credentialing Center. Located near Phoenix in Gilbert, Ariz., Banner Gateway Medical Center offers 286 private rooms, 13 operating suites, a 46-bed emergency department and shares a campus with the Banner MD Anderson Cancer Center. Our WIS and NICU services support an average of 4,000 deliveries per year. Key specialties include oncology, obstetrics, bariatric surgery, emergency and other services that focus on meeting the changing needs of the dynamic and growing community we serve.

Banner MD Anderson Cancer Center Located in Gilbert, Ariz. (the Phoenix Metro area) on the Banner Gateway Campus, the center provides world-class care for oncology patients - both inpatient and outpatient - and has also brought leading oncology programs to the Banner Gateway campus including designation as a Stem Cell Transplant Center of Excellence and comprehensive Head & Neck cancer care. Our capabilities include five linear accelerator vaults, a brachytherapy vault, an advanced diagnostic imaging suite with PET/CT scan, more than 70 infusion bays, a cryopreservation lab and much more. Our inpatient medical oncology unit also incorporates a program that utilizes the electronic surveillance partnership in caring for the patient, where remote nurses have the ability to interact with patients via two-way audio-video to assist the bedside nurse with patient care.

POSITION SUMMARY

This position performs prescribed specialized radiographic procedures as directed by following department/facility policies, procedures and protocols. This position ensures optimal care/treatment to patient population.

CORE FUNCTIONS

1. Performs radiographic diagnostic/interventional special procedures by following and verifying referring providers’ orders. Uses independent judgment and applies learned methodologies according to established policy and procedures.

2. Educates patients/families regarding procedure and/or treatment to be performed. Demonstrates professional behavior/conduct in all interactions; fosters teamwork, efficient use of resources and quality patient outcomes.

3. Produces high quality images and prepares/presents them with other pertinent patient information for timely interpretation. Prepares and maintains accurate documentation.

4. Demonstrates competence in performing prescribed invasive/interventional procedures if applicable in accordance with established policies. Demonstrates competence in the administration of radiopharmaceuticals and other approved medications.

5. Performs and evaluates equipment quality control measurements. Demonstrates the ability to trouble shoot and notifies appropriate personnel to maintain equipment performance. Maintains a safe environment for patients, personnel, and visitors. Adheres to radiation safety policies.

6. Accountable for the ethical, legal, and professional responsibilities related to radiology practice. This includes maintaining confidentiality of all work information.

7. Assures the efficient operation of workflow of the department. Monitors and maintains an adequate inventory of supplies and material to ensure non-interruption of services.

8. Independently performs prescribed radiographic procedures in accordance with department/facility policies, procedures and protocols to patients. Internal customers: All levels of medical imaging and nursing management and staff, medical staff, and all other members of the interdisciplinary health care team. External Customers: regulatory and health agencies, patients and family members.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Certificate or diploma from an approved/accredited Radiologic Technology program.

Requires national certification American Registry of Radiologic Technologists and licensure by state regulatory agency if applicable. Advance certification by accrediting body in specialty required if applicable within 18 months of hire (and/or equivalent clinical experience for Cath Lab and Electrophysiology (EP) only). BLS certification.

This position requires clinical knowledge typically achieved with 2 years of experience. Must demonstrate effective communication skills, human relations skills, analyze data and solve problems.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Additional related education and/or experience preferred.

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