Radiologic CT Technologist

CommonSpirit Health; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 51,522 - 76,635; Full time

Job summary

A major healthcare organization in Phoenix, Arizona is seeking a Radiologic Technologist to produce diagnostic images critical for patient care. Responsibilities include performing CT scans and radiographic procedures, ensuring image quality, and maintaining radiation safety practices. Candidates must have a minimum of one year experience in an ER setting and be certified by state and national agencies. The role offers a competitive hourly wage ranging from $37.40 to $55.63 depending on experience.

Qualifications

• Minimum one year of experience in an emergency room setting.
• Must hold and maintain necessary state and national certifications.
• Basic Life Support for Healthcare Providers certification required.

Responsibilities

• Perform various imaging examinations including X-rays and MRIs.
• Ensure quality of all images for diagnostics.
• Follow radiation safety standards and procedures.

Skills

CT procedures

Radiographic procedures

Radiation safety practices

Patient positioning

Education

Graduate of a 2 year accredited school of Radiology Technology

Certifications in AZ DHS Bureau of Special Licensing and ARRT

Job description

Job Summary and Responsibilities

As our Radiologic Technologist (Rad Tech), you will be pivotal in producing diagnostic images that enable Radiologists to accurately diagnose and manage patient conditions.

Each day, you will perform a variety of imaging examinations, including X-rays, ultrasound, diagnostic fluoroscopy, CT/CAT scans, and MRIs, while actively contributing to a positive patient experience through direct interaction.

To excel, you must deeply understand diagnostic imaging's critical importance, encompassing expertise in workflow, patient positioning, and capturing precise results essential for timely and accurate diagnoses.

• Utilizes good radiation safety practices for patients, self and others.
• Independently performs CT and radiographic procedures at a technical level.
• Ensures all CT and radiographic images are of diagnostic quality.
• Displays competency performing procedures; follows every step for taking an ex-ray and CT scan (two patient identifier, gel in/gel out, etc.)
• Uses proper technique to reduce patient exposure to radiation (ALARA).
• Takes all precautions necessary to ensure the patient's safety during procedures.

Job Requirements

Minimum

• One (1) year of current experience performing CT and Radiographic procedures in an emergency room setting.
• Graduate of a 2 year accredited school of Radiology Technology.
• *STATE*: Must hold and maintain AZ DHS Bureau of Special Licensing CRT: Certified Radiologic Technologist (CT CRT) and CTCT: Certified Technologist/Computed Tomography (LIC CT)
• *NATIONAL*: Must also hold and maintain national American Registry of Radiologic Technologist (CT ARRT)
• American Heart Association-issued Basic Life Support for Healthcare Providers (CT CPRBLS)

Preferred

• Level 1 or 2 trauma center ER experience.

Where You'll Work

Hello Humankindness (https://hellohumankindness.org/)

Arizona General Hospitals provide quality health care to patients and communities in and around Glendale, Arizona. We are part of CommonSpirit Health which operates 139 hospitals and more than 1,000 care sites across 21 states, making our services accessible to nearly 1 in 4 U.S. residents.

If you are committed to social justice, health equity, and prepared to deliver care in new, innovative ways, you belong with us.

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Pay Range

$37.40 - $55.63 /hour