Radiology Technologist - $24-31 per hour

Tenet-AZ Region; Glendale (AZ); On-site; USD 33,000 - 43,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on Bonus

Job summary

Tenet-AZ Region in Glendale, Arizona seeks a Radiology Technologist for ongoing 40-hour weeks. The role requires 8-hour shifts, staff employment, and a sign-on bonus up to $15,000 based on eligibility.

The incumbent will perform radiographic procedures for all ages, support on-call duties, and handle equipment calibration and QC. Required are ARRT and CRT certifications, CPR, and completion of a JRCERT-approved radiologic technology program, with at least six months of clinical experience.

Qualifications

• Completion of a JRCERT approved formal program in Radiologic Technology.
• Current ARRT registration and CRT certification, CPR certification.
• Minimum six months of clinical radiology experience.

Responsibilities

• Performs radiographic procedures for radiologic diagnoses with independent judgment.
• On-call procedures when indicated and ability to handle surgery cases.
• Calibrates, troubleshoots, and maintains radiology equipment per policy.
• Explains procedures to patients and acts as their advocate.
• Processes billing/charging using computer systems.
• Coordinates with radiologists and other staff to optimize patient care.
• Adjusts work schedule to meet departmental needs.

Skills

Verbal communication

Patient advocacy

Billing systems

Education

JRCERT approved radiologic technology program

Job description

Radiology Technologist - $24-31 per hour

Tenet-AZ Region is seeking a Radiology Technologist for a job in Glendale, Arizona.

Job Description & Requirements

• Duration: Ongoing
• 40 hours per week
• Shift: 8 hours
• Employment Type: Staff

Sign on Bonus: Up to $15,000 SOB Based on Eligibility

Job Summary

Performs radiographic procedures to patients in accordance with departmental policy. Provides a variety of technical exams that require independent judgement to apply ionized radiation for radiologic diagnoses. Responsible for on-call procedures when indicated. Must be able to do surgery cases and pain management.

• Performs general radiology procedures for patients of all age groups served. Uses radiology equipment with general operating procedure i.e. start up procedures, calibration of equipment, troubleshooting, QC, preventative maintenance, malfunctioning equipment and problem solving. Assists in evaluation of new procedures, reagents and equipment.
• Functions as a patient advocate. Adequate assessment and explanation of procedure to patient before testing occurs.
• Processes billing/charging with computer systems.
• Identifies, proposes solutions and assists in implementation of ideas for improvement in patient care and departmental / facility operations. Identifies opportunities and implements strategies to decrease waste in supplies and equipment.
• Maintains inter and intra departmental communication via phone, fax, computer etc. Maintains appropriate communication with radiologists or Cardiologist.
• Adjusts work schedule to departmental needs. Uses policy and procedure manuals and other reference
• material to ensure proper course of action.
• Other related job tasks or responsibilities as assigned
• Special Skills: Good verbal communication skills necessary to understand oral and written instructions stated in radiological and medical terms and to exchange information with patients and staff.
• Education: Completion of JRCERT approved formal program in Radiologic Technology.
• Certifications: Current Arizona Registered Radiologic Technologist (ARRT) and Certified Radiology Tech (CRT), CPR.
• Preferred Requirements
  • Experience: Minimum six-(6) months clinical experience.

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Tenet AZ Job ID #2603006624. Posted job title: Radiology Tech