Acute Practical Radiology Technician

Banner Health Corporate•Glendale, AZ

1d•Onsite

About The Position

A rewarding career that fits your life. Banner Staffing Services offers a world of opportunities to make an impact on one of the country’s leading health systems. If you’re looking to leverage your abilities – you belong at Banner Staffing Services. Location: Banner Thunderbird Medical Center - 5555 W Thunderbird Rd, Glendale, AZ 85306 Schedule: Weekdays, Weekends with Varied Shifts. No Call Banner Staffing Services (BSS) offers Registry/Per Diem opportunities within Banner Health . Registry/Per Diem positions are utilized as needed within our facilities. These positions are great way to start your career with Banner Health. As a BSS team member, you are eligible to apply (at any time) as an internal applicant to any regular opportunities within Banner Health. As a valued and respected Banner Health team member, you will enjoy: Competitive wages Paid orientation Flexible Schedules (select positions) Fewer Shifts Cancelled Weekly pay 403(b) Pre-tax retirement Employee Assistance Program Employee wellness program Discount Entertainment tickets Restaurant/Shopping discounts Auto Purchase Plan Registry/Per Diem positions do not have guaranteed hours and no medical benefits package is offered. Completion of post-offer Occupational Health physical assessment, drug screen and background check (includes; employment, criminal and education) is required. POSITION SUMMARY This position performs prescribed radiographic procedures in accordance with department/facility/state policies, procedures and protocols. This position ensures optimal care/treatment to patient population. CORE FUNCTIONS 1. Performs the setup and acquisition of prescribed radiographic procedures in accordance with established departmental/facility/state policies and procedures. Educates patients/families regarding the procedure and/or treatment to be performed. 2. Performs the processing of prescribed diagnostic radiographic procedures in accordance with established departmental/facility/state policies and procedures. 3. Performs and evaluates equipment quality control measurements in accordance with established departmental/facility policies and procedures. Ability to trouble-shoot and notify appropriate personnel to maintain equipment performance. 4. Ensures the efficient operation and workflow of the department by scheduling and re-evaluating workflow throughout the day. Ensures exam rooms are stocked, performing room set-up, establishing patient transport, and schedule coordination with multi-disciplinary team members. 5. Prepares and maintains accurate documentation in accordance with established departmental/facility policies and procedures. Adheres to safety policies. 6. Independently performs prescribed radiographic procedures in accordance with department/facility/state policies, procedures and protocols to patients. Internal customers: All levels of medical imaging and nursing management and staff, medical staff, and all other members of the interdisciplinary health care team. External Customers: regulatory and health agencies, patients and family members.

Requirements

High school diploma/GED or equivalent working knowledge.
Requires Practical Radiologic Technologist or Limited Scope Technologist licensure by state regulatory agency if applicable.
BLS certification.
This position requires clinical knowledge typically achieved with 1 year of experience.
Must demonstrate effective communication skills, human relations skills, analyze data and solve basic problems.

Nice To Haves

Additional related education and/or experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Performs the setup and acquisition of prescribed radiographic procedures in accordance with established departmental/facility/state policies and procedures.
Educates patients/families regarding the procedure and/or treatment to be performed.
Performs the processing of prescribed diagnostic radiographic procedures in accordance with established departmental/facility/state policies and procedures.
Performs and evaluates equipment quality control measurements in accordance with established departmental/facility policies and procedures.
Ability to trouble-shoot and notify appropriate personnel to maintain equipment performance.
Ensures the efficient operation and workflow of the department by scheduling and re-evaluating workflow throughout the day.
Ensures exam rooms are stocked, performing room set-up, establishing patient transport, and schedule coordination with multi-disciplinary team members.
Prepares and maintains accurate documentation in accordance with established departmental/facility policies and procedures.
Adheres to safety policies.
Independently performs prescribed radiographic procedures in accordance with department/facility/state policies, procedures and protocols to patients.