Radiology Technologist

Oro Valley Hospital; Oro Valley (AZ); Presencial; USD 55.000 - 75.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Health Insurance

401(k) with matching

Paid Time Off

Student Loan Repayment Assistance

Descripción de la vacante

Oro Valley Hospital in Oro Valley, AZ, is seeking a Radiologic Technologist I for the Day Shift. The role focuses on obtaining diagnostic radiographs while prioritizing patient safety, comfort, and regulatory compliance.

Join a team committed to quality care; ARRT certification and state licensure are required, with strong emphasis on radiation safety, patient communication, and accurate documentation in PACS.

Formación

• Strong knowledge of radiologic imaging techniques and positioning.
• Proficiency in operating radiographic equipment and troubleshooting.
• Commitment to patient-care and communication during procedures.

Responsabilidades

• Performs high-quality radiographic procedures independently, following guidelines.
• Adheres to ALARA and participates in Image Gently/Image Wisely programs.
• Prepares patients, verifies orders, identifies patients with two identifiers, explains procedures.
• Demonstrates competency across diverse patient demographics.
• Cleans and maintains imaging equipment; follows infection control protocols.
• Ensures supplies and equipment are organized and available for patient care.
• Inserts IV catheters for contrast injections in CT/MRI per policy.
• Documents scans into PACS for radiologist interpretation.
• Communicates with peers, physicians, and staff to support patient care.
• Identifies and mitigates artifacts to maintain image quality.
• Performs other duties and maintains reliable attendance.
• Complies with all policies and standards.

Conocimientos

Radiologic imaging

Patient positioning

Radiation safety

Communication with staff

Electronic health records (EHR)

Educación

ARRT certification

Licensed Radiologic Technologist

BCLS certification

Descripción del empleo

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.