Radiology Tech - CVH Urgent Care - Per Diem*

CARSON VALLEY MEDICAL CENTER; Gardnerville (NV); On-site; USD 55,000 - 83,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

As-needed basis

15% higher hourly rate

Job summary

CARSON VALLEY HEALTH is seeking a Radiology Tech for CVH Urgent Care on a per diem basis. You will independently perform diagnostic x-ray exams under the Imaging Services Manager with minimal supervision, ensuring patient safety and high-quality images.

Requirements include graduation from an accredited Radiologic Technology program, NV state radiology license, ARRT RT(R) certification, and BLS. Per diem status adds 15% to hourly rate; position on an as-needed basis.

Qualifications

• Graduate of accredited Radiologic Technology program.
• NV State radiology license required; ARRT RT(R) certification and BLS.
• Ability to communicate with staff, physicians, patients and administrative personnel in a courteous, professional manner.

Responsibilities

• Operate x-ray, fluoro, portable x-ray and C-arm equipment for routine exams.
• Position patients and select technical factors to obtain diagnostic-quality radiographs in line with ALARA.
• Review requests and patient history to ensure correct exam performed and patient safety.
• Explain procedures to patients, arrange views and ensure patient comfort and safety.
• Perform equipment warm-ups, QC and report malfunctions.

Skills

Communication skills

Education

Radiologic Technology program graduate

Tools

ARRT certification

BLS certification

Job description

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Radiology Tech - CVH Urgent Care - Per Diem*

4 days ago Requisition ID: 3271

Radiology Tech - CVH Urgent Care - Per Diem*

*IMPORTANT NOTE: In lieu of benefits due to "per diem" status, 15% will be added to the hourly rate. Per diem employees are offered work on an "as-needed" basis.*

POSITION SUMMARY:

At the administrative direction of the Imaging Services Manager, independently perform diagnostic x-ray exams with minimal supervision.

POSITION REQUIREMENTS:

• Graduate of accredited Radiologic Technology program.

License Required:

Certificate Required:

• Current ARRT – American Registry Radiologic Technologist certificate required; RT (R). (Must obtain within 90 days of hire)
• Current BLS certification.
• Ability to communicate with employees, physicians, patients and administrative staff in a courteous and professional manner.

POSITION ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

Equipment

• Competently operate x-ray, fluoro, portable x-ray and c-arm equipment while performing all routine exams in a safe and optimal manner.
• Operates highly complex radiographic equipment within the radiology department, operating suites and at the patient's bedside, selecting technical factors to ensure high-quality radiographs using the A.L.A.R.A. (As low as reasonably achievable) standards.
• Understands and is able to utilize all x-ray rooms in main department.
• Understands and is able to utilize operating room and x-ray equipment.
• Understands and is able to utilize x-ray portables in the main hospital.
• Process films and review for overall quality.
• Perform required warm-ups and equipment QC. Report all malfunctions to Imaging Services Manager, and service provider.
• Transfer patient to imaging table, explain procedure and position patient according to protocol. Select optimal radiographic technique and obtain established routine views.
• Receives and reviews requests for radiologic studies.
• Reads requisition and physician's referral sheet to assure correct exam is performed.
• Interviews patients and reviews available clinical data from charts to alert nurses and/or physicians to possible contradictions for procedure.
• Speaks with patient to ascertain pertinent history associated with requested exam.
• Checks patient chart, if available, to make sure correct exam is ordered.
• Uses practical knowledge of anatomy for proper positioning to obtain maximum diagnostic information, as evidenced by film taken.
• Refers to exam guidelines for necessary views.
• Reads exam requests to determine area of interest.
• Relies on extensive knowledge of anatomy, physiology, and effects of disease processes to properly and safety position patient for maximum diagnostic yield.

CARSON VALLEY HEALTH IS PROUD TO BE RECOGNIZED AS A FINALIST IN THE

"BEST PLACES TO WORK" - NORTHERN NEVADA, 2021, 2022, 2024, 2025 & 2026!

WE LOOK FORWARD TO WELCOMING YOU TO OUR TEAM!!

Radiology Tech - CVH Urgent Care - Per Diem*

4 days ago Requisition ID: 3271

Radiology Tech - CVH Urgent Care - Per Diem*

*IMPORTANT NOTE: In lieu of benefits due to "per diem" status, 15% will be added to the hourly rate. Per diem employees are offered work on an "as-needed" basis.*

POSITION SUMMARY:

At the administrative direction of the Imaging Services Manager, independently perform diagnostic x-ray exams with minimal supervision.

POSITION REQUIREMENTS:

Minimum Education

• Graduate of accredited Radiologic Technology program.

License Required:

• NV State radiology license required.

Certificate Required:

• Current ARRT – American Registry Radiologic Technologist certificate required; RT (R). (Must obtain within 90 days of hire)
• Current BLS certification.

Minimum Work Experience

• Ability to communicate with employees, physicians, patients and administrative staff in a courteous and professional manner.

POSITION ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

Equipment

• Competently operate x-ray, fluoro, portable x-ray and c-arm equipment while performing all routine exams in a safe and optimal manner.
• Operates highly complex radiographic equipment within the radiology department, operating suites and at the patient's bedside, selecting technical factors to ensure high-quality radiographs using the A.L.A.R.A. (As low as reasonably achievable) standards.
• Understands and is able to utilize all x-ray rooms in main department.
• Understands and is able to utilize operating room and x-ray equipment.
• Understands and is able to utilize x-ray portables in the main hospital.
• Process films and review for overall quality.
• Perform required warm-ups and equipment QC. Report all malfunctions to Imaging Services Manager, and service provider.

Patient Care

• Transfer patient to imaging table, explain procedure and position patient according to protocol. Select optimal radiographic technique and obtain established routine views.
• Receives and reviews requests for radiologic studies.
• Reads requisition and physician's referral sheet to assure correct exam is performed.
• Interviews patients and reviews available clinical data from charts to alert nurses and/or physicians to possible contradictions for procedure.
• Speaks with patient to ascertain pertinent history associated with requested exam.
• Checks patient chart, if available, to make sure correct exam is ordered.
• Uses practical knowledge of anatomy for proper positioning to obtain maximum diagnostic information, as evidenced by film taken.
• Refers to exam guidelines for necessary views.
• Reads exam requests to determine area of interest.
• Relies on extensive knowledge of anatomy, physiology, and effects of disease processes to properly and safety position patient for maximum diagnostic yield.

CARSON VALLEY HEALTH IS PROUD TO BE RECOGNIZED AS A FINALIST IN THE

"BEST PLACES TO WORK" - NORTHERN NEVADA, 2021, 2022, 2024, 2025 & 2026!

WE LOOK FORWARD TO WELCOMING YOU TO OUR TEAM!!

Per Diem positions have no guaranteed hours or set schedule. The position will fill in for individuals who take unplanned and/or planned time off.