Imaging Technologist I - TMCOne Rita Orthopedics

Tucson Medical Center; Tucson, Northern (AZ, KY); On-site; USD 52,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

Tucson Medical Center is seeking an Imaging Technologist I for TMCOne Rita Orthopedics. You will operate radiography equipment, position patients, and collaborate with physicians and nurses to obtain high-quality diagnostic images.

Responsibilities include image optimization, safety compliance, room preparation, and documentation in the radiology system. Requires ARRT/CRT and BLS certifications with a two-year degree or equivalent.

Qualifications

• Associate degree or equivalent from a two-year college or technical school.
• One year of experience operating radiography equipment preferred.
• Arizona CRT, ARRT, and BLS certification; additional certification per department.

Responsibilities

• Operates imaging equipment per manufacturer’s instructions and troubleshoots malfunctions.
• Positions patients and instructs them to obtain the desired imaging results.
• Maintains image quality by following standards and adjusting as needed.
• Works with physicians, nurses and other health care staff in diagnostic testing.
• Adheres to asepsis and radiation safety protocols.
• Prepares room and equipment; ensures patient safety before, during, and after procedures.
• Uses department systems and performs clerical duties as required.

Skills

Knowledge of radiograph equipment

Operating radiograph equipment

Safety rules and manuals

Report writing and correspondence

Patient communication

Math for dose calculations

Clinical problem solving

Education

Associate's degree or equivalent

Tools

Radiology Information System

Imaging equipment maintenance

Job description

Imaging Technologist I - TMCOne Rita Orthopedics

Job CategoryAllied Health

ScheduleFull time

Shift1 - Day Shift

SUMMARY:

This job description is for radiology technologists.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

Ensures operation of imaging equipment by following manufacturer’s instructions; troubleshooting malfunctions, calling for repairs, maintaining equipment inventories, evaluating new equipment and techniques.

Transfers, positions, and instructs patients regarding the procedure in order to obtain and affect the desired imaging diagnostic results as specified by the physician.

Maintains production and quality of images by following established standards, guidelines, and/or procedures; developing images, observing results; making necessary adjustments.

Works as a member of the healthcare team including physicians, nurses and other health care professionals in diagnostic testing procedures.

Adheres to medical and surgical asepsis and standard precautions as required per procedure.

Practices radiation protection techniques, minimize radiation to patient and staff, following established safety protocols.

Maintains a safe and clean work environment by complying with procedures, rules and regulations.

Prepares room and equipment for patient.

Prepares the patient and explains the procedure; observes the patient’s status before, during and after procedure.

Identifies patient service requirements by establishing personal rapport with potential and actual patients and other persons in a position to understand service requirements.

Gains patient cooperation by reducing anxieties; providing explanations of examinations and procedures, answering questions.

Maintains inventory control; checks equipment, supplies and accessories on a regular basis; performs routine daily equipment maintenance and cleaning.

Performs clerical duties and transports patients as required.

Uses all department systems, including order entry, scheduling, patient location, and transport, and radiology information system.

Assists with quality control/performance improvement measures as required..

Assists in the clinical education of students and peers.

Adheres to TMC organizational and department-specific safety, confidentiality, values, policies and standards.

Performs related duties as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

EDUCATION: Associate's degree or equivalent from two-year college or technical school.

EXPERIENCE: One (1) year of experience operating radiograph equipment preferred, but not required.

LICENSURE OR CERTIFICATION: Arizona Certified Radiologic Technologist (CRT), American Registry of Radiology Technologists (ARRT), and Basic Life Support (BLS) certification. Additional certification will be required per department.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Knowledge of radiograph equipment and how to operate machinery.
• Skill in operating and maintaining radiograph equipment.
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
• Ability to complete routine reports and correspondence.
• Ability to listen and accurately interpret others' communication or instructions to take appropriate action; ability to speak effectively with customers.
• Ability to calculate figures and compute rate, ratio, and percent Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form.
• Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.