Radiologic Technologist Featured Job

Valleywise Health • Phoenix, AZ

9h

About The Position

Under the direction of a radiologist or supervisor, the Radiologic Technologist performs technical procedures requiring independent judgment to apply prescribed ionizing radiation for radiologic diagnosis. The technologist is responsible for work performed and submitted and provides specialized technical skills, critical thinking, problem-solving, and medical knowledge, including anatomy, physiology, and pathophysiology. The role involves correlating related patient data and applying physics principles to obtain optimal diagnostic images, maintaining knowledge of radiation protection and safety, capturing quality images, and ensuring patients are safe and comfortable.

Requirements

• Associate’s degree in Radiography and/or completion of a certificate program in Radiography.
• Prefer six to twelve months of radiology experience, unless clinical experience was completed at Valleywise Health.
• RT(R) certification from the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) or equivalent.
• Arizona Department of Health Services Medical Radiologic Technology (MRT) license.
• BLS card obtained through an approved American Heart Association training center within three months.
• Valid fingerprint clearance card issued by the Arizona Department of Public Safety, or submission of a completed affidavit at hire; application must be completed within seven days of hire and the actual card presented within 90 days of application.
• Knowledge of growth and development across the life span and ability to assess patient-status data and interpret information needed to identify age-specific requirements and provide appropriate care.
• Ability to read, write, and speak effectively in English.

Responsibilities

• Perform technical procedures requiring independent judgment to apply prescribed ionizing radiation for radiologic diagnosis.
• Take responsibility for work performed and submitted.
• Correlate patient data and apply physics principles to obtain optimal images for diagnosis.
• Maintain knowledge of radiation protection and safety.
• Capture quality images and ensure patients are safe and comfortable.
• Assess patient data and identify age-specific care requirements in accordance with departmental policies and procedures.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree