Radiology Technologist

Community Health Systems; Oro Valley (AZ); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

401(k) with matching

Paid Time Off

Student Loan Repayment Assistance

Job summary

Community Health Systems is seeking a Radiologic Technologist I for a full-time day shift position. This role involves obtaining high-quality diagnostic radiographic images while prioritizing patient comfort and safety.

The ideal candidate will have strong knowledge of radiology techniques, excellent communication skills, and work effectively in a team environment. Benefits include health insurance, 401(k) with matching, and paid time off.

Qualifications

• 0-1 years of clinical experience as a radiologic technologist required.
• Strong knowledge and skills in radiologic imaging and safety.

Responsibilities

• Obtain high-quality radiographic images while ensuring patient safety.
• Prepare patients for procedures and maintain imaging equipment.
• Communicate effectively with healthcare teams to support patient care.

Skills

Radiologic imaging techniques

Patient positioning

Radiation safety

Electronic health records (EHR)

Radiology information systems (RIS)

Effective communication

Attention to detail

Education

ARRT certification

Licensed Radiologic Technologist

Basic Life Support certification

Job description

Radiologic Technologist
Position Type: Full Time Day Shift

Benefits:

Health Insurance (Medical, Dental, Vision)

401(k) with matching

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Student Loan Repayment Assistance

Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package

Job Summary

The Radiology Technologist I is responsible for obtaining radiographic images of diagnostic quality while while prioritizing patient safety, comfort, and compliance with regulatory standards. This role collaborates with healthcare providers to support efficient operations and optimal patient care.

Essential Functions

• Performs high-quality radiographic procedures independently, ensuring reproducible and diagnostic-quality images while adhering to positioning guidelines and departmental standards.
• Practices radiation safety principles in accordance with ALARA guidelines and participates in the Image Gently and Image Wisely programs to minimize exposure.
• Prepares patients for procedures, verifies orders, confirms patient identity using two identifiers, and explains procedures to ensure patient understanding and comfort.
• Demonstrates population-appropriate competencies for all relevant patient demographics.
• Cleans and maintains imaging equipment and modalities in compliance with infection control protocols, ensuring a safe and organized environment for patients and staff.
• Ensures the availability and proper organization of supplies and equipment needed for patient care.
• Inserts IV catheters for contrast injections when performing CT or MRI procedures, following departmental policies.
• Scans and verifies all associated documents into PACS for radiologist interpretation, ensuring proper documentation.
• Communicates effectively with peers, staff, physicians, leaders, and administration to support seamless patient care delivery.
• Identifies and mitigates artifacts in images, ensuring optimal image quality.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Maintains regular and reliable attendance.
• Complies with all policies and standards.

Qualifications

• 0-1 years of clinical experience as a radiologic technologist required

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Strong knowledge of radiologic imaging techniques, patient positioning, and radiation safety.
• Proficiency in operating radiographic equipment and troubleshooting technical issues.
• Excellent patient-care and communication skills to ensure comfort and understanding of procedures.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to recognize imaging abnormalities and artifacts.
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively.
• Proficiency in electronic health records (EHR) and radiology information systems (RIS).
• Commitment to maintaining patient confidentiality and adhering to HIPAA regulations.
• Proficiency in operating and maintaining radiology equipment.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills to interact effectively with patients, families, and healthcare teams.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and adapt to changing priorities.
• Understanding of radiation safety and infection control protocols.
• Strong organizational skills to ensure accurate imaging and documentation.

Licenses and Certifications

• ARRT - American Registry of Radiologic Technologists certification required
• Licensed Radiologic Technologist as applicable by state required
• BCLS - Basic Life Support within 30 days of hire required

Oro Valley Hospital (OVH) is a 176-bed hospital that also has a freestanding emergency center, Northwest Transitions Inpatient Rehabilitation, Skilled Nursing Unit, and large physician group. With these varied access points, you have your choice of settings in which to work. OVH's culture centers around providing safe, quality care to patients, but also to foster a work environment based on teamwork, commitment to a shared goal and recognizing employees for all they do to care for our patients. Often described as a "family," the staff at OVH take pride in doing the best they can to care for their community. OVH is accredited by The Joint Commission and is an equal opportunity employer: race, gender, disability and Veteran status, and VEVRAA Federal Contractor – priority referral Protected Veterans requested.