Radiologic Technologist

University of Utah Health • Salt Lake City, UT

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About The Position

The Radiologic Technologist performs radiographic procedures using ionizing radiation to produce images for radiologic diagnosis. The position provides direct patient care and may involve accessing and administering medications within the employee’s scope of practice and in accordance with state law.

The role supports imaging in operating rooms, patient care units, and clinics. It requires applying radiation-safety principles, obtaining and evaluating radiographic images, assessing patient vital signs and conditions when indicated, and helping maintain imaging rooms and equipment. The technologist may also help orient, train, and mentor new employees or students.

University of Utah Health describes itself as a patient-focused organization committed to compassion, collaboration, innovation, responsibility, integrity, quality, and trust. The University of Utah is a Level 1 Trauma Center, and its five hospitals and eleven clinics provide patient care, research, education, and medical services.

Requirements

• Current licensure to practice as a Radiologic Technologist in the State of Utah.
• ARRT registration as a Radiologic Technologist, R.T. (R) (ARRT).
• Obtain a current RQI Healthcare Provider eCredential through the University of Utah Health RQI system within 30 days of hire.
• Meet any additional license requirements determined by the hiring department.
• Proficiency in department exam protocols and procedures.
• Demonstrated proficiency with all imaging acquisition devices.
• Ability to perform the essential functions of the role.
• Effective and appropriate communication skills with patients, visitors, staff, and providers.
• Ability to select appropriate radiograph exposure factors and adjust them as needed to ensure image quality.
• Ability to prioritize patient workload and remain flexible to meet patient needs.
• Demonstrated proficiency in radiographic positioning and procedures.
• Ability to obtain imaging on patients of varying ages and abilities.
• Ability to meet the position’s physical demands with or without accommodation, including intensive work that may exert up to 100 pounds and may consistently require lifting, carrying, pushing, pulling, or otherwise moving objects such as medical equipment or patients.

Responsibilities

• Perform radiographic procedures and critique radiographs to ensure high-quality images.
• Apply radiation-safety principles while acquiring radiographic images.
• Facilitate and coordinate imaging support in operating rooms, patient care units, and clinics.
• Assess patient vital signs and conditions when indicated during procedures.
• Report equipment malfunctions to appropriate personnel and service entities.
• May assist in orienting, training, and mentoring new employees or students on department workflow, practices, policies, and procedures.
• Prepare, clean, and stock rooms with supplies and linens.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed