X-Ray Tech

Sweetwater Care; Arizona; On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Housing stipend

Travel reimbursement

Professional development

Supportive team

Job summary

Sweetwater Care seeks a Travel Radiologic Technologist to perform diagnostic imaging across multiple facilities. You will be responsible for X-ray, CT, MRI, and fluoroscopy procedures, ensuring patient comfort, safety, and high-quality images.

Travel between sites is required, with adherence to ALARA and safety standards. Ideal candidates hold ARRT certification, state licensure, and an Associate degree in Radiologic Technology, with strong skills in patient communication and image quality.

Qualifications

• Assoc degree in Radiologic Technology required.
• ARRT or equivalent certification with state licensure desired.
• Prior diagnostic imaging experience with X-ray/CT/fluoroscopy preferred.
• Strong knowledge of radiographic principles and anatomy.
• Excellent communication and patient care skills.
• Willingness to travel between facilities.

Responsibilities

• Perform diagnostic imaging procedures (X-ray, CT, MRI, fluoroscopy) per protocol and ALARA.
• Prepare patients, explain procedures, and ensure comfort and safety.
• Operate and maintain radiographic equipment with proper calibration and QC.
• Position patients and adjust settings for optimal images.
• Monitor vital signs and respond to adverse events.
• Collaborate with radiologists and physicians to review results.

Skills

RT certification

ARRT credentialing

State licensure

Travel willingness

Patient care excellence

Time management

Education

Associate degree in Radiologic Technology

Tools

X-ray

CT

MRI

Fluoroscopy

Job description

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Job Description:

Ready to embark on the adventure of a lifetime? Join us as we journey through the landscapes of healthcare, making a meaningful impact one patient at a time. As a Travel Radiologic Technologist, you will embark on an exciting journey, performing diagnostic imaging procedures to aid in the diagnosis and treatment of patients’ medical conditions. Your role will be instrumental in ensuring accurate and high-quality radiographic images across diverse healthcare settings.

Responsibilities:

• Perform a variety of diagnostic imaging procedures, including X-rays, computed tomography (CT), magnetic resonance imaging (MRI), and fluoroscopy, following established protocols and safety guidelines.
• Prepare patients for radiographic examinations, explaining procedures, positioning patients, and ensuring patient comfort and safety throughout the imaging process.
• Operate and maintain radiographic equipment, ensuring proper calibration, quality control, and safety procedures are followed to produce high-quality images.
• Position and adjust imaging equipment to capture diagnostic images of specified body areas, adjusting technical factors such as exposure settings and image contrast as needed.
• Monitor patients’ vital signs and responses to imaging procedures, recognizing and responding to adverse reactions or complications promptly.
• Collaborate with radiologists, physicians, and other healthcare providers to review imaging results, identify abnormalities, and assist in patient care decisions.
• Document imaging procedures, patient information, and radiation exposure data accurately and completely, maintaining electronic medical records (EMRs) or radiology information systems (RIS).
• Adhere to radiation safety protocols and principles of ALARA (As Low As Reasonably Achievable), minimizing radiation exposure to patients, staff, and the public.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of the radiology department, including imaging rooms, equipment, and supplies, to ensure a safe and efficient work environment.
• Adapt to different imaging modalities, patient populations, and healthcare settings as you travel to new locations, demonstrating flexibility and proficiency in your radiologic technology practice.

Qualifications:

• Associate degree in Radiologic Technology or equivalent from an accredited program.
• Certification as a Radiologic Technologist (RT) by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) or equivalent certifying agency and endorsement applicable to the position (RT, CT, MRI, etc).
• State licensure or registration as a radiologic technologist, with no restrictions or disciplinary actions.
• Prior experience working as a radiologic technologist in diagnostic imaging settings, with proficiency in X-ray, CT, and fluoroscopy procedures.
• Strong knowledge of radiographic principles, anatomy, and pathology, with the ability to produce high-quality diagnostic images.
• Excellent patient care skills, including communication, positioning, and patient assessment, to ensure optimal imaging outcomes and patient satisfaction.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and manage time effectively in a fast-paced radiology department.
• Willingness to travel to meet imaging department staffing needs.
• Commitment to upholding professional ethics, standards of practice, and regulatory compliance in radiologic technology.
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation for travel between healthcare facilities.

Benefits:

• Competitive compensation package
• Housing stipend or provided accommodation
• Travel reimbursement
• Professional development opportunities
• Supportive team environment
• Opportunity to broaden your clinical expertise

Disclaimer:

FullShift Staffing provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.