Radiologic Technologist

University of Utah Health; Salt Lake City (UT); On-site; USD 50,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Relocation reimbursement

Job summary

University of Utah Health is seeking a Radiologic Technologist to perform radiographic procedures with attention to image quality and patient safety. This patient-facing role supports operating rooms, clinics and care units, adhering to radiation safety and department protocols.

The ideal candidate will hold current Utah licensure, ARRT registration and the University of Utah Health eCredential, and be capable of mentoring staff while maintaining flexible patient care.

Qualifications

• Proficiency in department exam protocols and procedures.
• Demonstrated proficiency with all imaging acquisition devices.
• Ability to perform all essential functions as listed above.
• Effective and appropriate communication skills with patients, visitors, staff and providers.
• Ability to select proper radiograph exposure factors and make appropriate changes when necessary to ensure quality images.
• Ability to prioritize patient workload and be flexible to meet needs of patients.
• Proficiency in all radiographic positioning and procedures.
• Ability to obtain imaging on patients of varying ages and abilities.

Responsibilities

• Performs radiographic procedures and critiques radiographs to ensure high quality images.
• Applies principles of radiation safety during acquisition of radiographic images.
• Facilitates and coordinates imaging support in the operating room, patient care units, and clinics.
• Assesses patient vital signs and conditions when indicated during procedures.
• Reports equipment malfunctions to appropriate personnel and service entity.
• May assist in orienting, training, and mentoring new employees or students on department workflow, practices, policies and procedures.
• Prepares, cleans, and stocks rooms with supplies and linens.

Skills

Radiologic procedures

Imaging equipment operation

Patient safety

Communication skills

Flexibility

Radiographic positioning

Job description

Overview

SIGN ON BONUS & RELOCATION REIMBURSEMENT AVAILABLE.

We are delighted by your interest in joining the Radiology Team at the University of Utah Health! This listing is a sourcing requisition for our current open positions. If you meet the necessary qualifications, a recruiter will contact you to discuss the role, available openings, locations, and your desired employment status. Below you will find the specific qualifications.

As a patient-focused organization, University of Utah Health exists to enhance the health and well-being of people through patient care, research and education. Success requires a culture of collaboration, excellence, leadership, and respect. We seek staff who are committed to compassion, collaboration, innovation, responsibility, integrity, quality and trust.

EO/AA

Performs radiographic procedures using ionizing radiation to produce images for radiologic diagnosis. This position provides direct patient care and may require accessing and administering medications within scope of practice and state law.

Corporate Overview: The University of Utah is a Level 1 Trauma Center and is nationally ranked and recognized for our academic research, quality standards and overall patient experience. Our five hospitals and eleven clinics provide excellence in comprehensive services, medical advancement and overall patient outcomes.

Responsibilities

• Performs radiographic procedures and critiques radiographs to ensure high quality images.
• Applies principles of radiation safety during acquisition of radiographic images.
• Facilitates and coordinates imaging support in the operating room, patient care units, and clinics.
• Assesses patient vital signs and conditions when indicated during procedures.
• Reports equipment malfunctions to appropriate personnel and service entity.
• May assist in orienting, training, and mentoring new employees or students on department workflow, practices, policies and procedures.
• Prepares, cleans, and stocks rooms with supplies and linens.

Knowledge / Skills / Abilities

• Proficiency in department exam protocols and procedures.
• Demonstrated proficiency with all imaging acquisition devices.
• Ability to perform all essential functions as listed above.
• Effective and appropriate communication skills with patients, visitors, staff and providers.
• Ability to select proper radiograph exposure factors and make appropriate changes when necessary to ensure quality images.
• Ability to prioritize patient workload and be flexible to meet needs of patients.
• Proficiency in all radiographic positioning and procedures.
• Ability to obtain imaging on patients of varying ages and abilities.

Licenses Required

• Current RQI Healthcare Provider eCredential through the University of Utah Health RQI system. The eCredential must be obtained within 30 days of hire.
• Current licensure to practice as a Radiologic Technologist in the State of Utah.
• ARRT Registration as a Radiologic Technologist R.T. (R) (ARRT).
• Additional license requirements as determined by the hiring department.

Working Conditions and Physical Demands

Employee must be able to meet the following requirements with or without an accommodation.

• This position involves intensive work that may exert up to 100 pounds and may consistently require lifting, carrying, pushing, pulling or otherwise moving objects such as medical equipment or patients while providing medical care.

Physical Requirements

Pulling and/or Pushing, Standing, Walking.