Sr Radiologic Technologist

CommonSpirit Health•Phoenix, AZ

4d•Onsite

About The Position

Located conveniently in the heart of Phoenix, Arizona, St. Joseph's Hospital and Medical Center is a 571-bed, not-for-profit hospital that provides a wide range of health, social and support services. Founded in 1895 by the Sisters of Mercy, St. Joseph's was the first hospital in the Phoenix area. More than 125 years later, St. Joseph's remains dedicated to its mission of caring for the poor and underserved. We are extremely proud to be a nationally recognized center for quality quaternary care, medical education and research. St. Joseph's includes the internationally renowned Barrow Neurological Institute, Norton Thoracic Institute, Cancer Center at St. Joseph's, Ivy Brain Tumor Center, and St. Joseph's Level I Trauma Center (which is verified by the American College of Surgeons). The hospital is also a respected center for high-risk obstetrics, neuro-rehabilitation, orthopedics, and other medical services. St. Joseph’s is considered a sought-after destination hospital for treating the most complex cases from throughout the world. Every day, approximately 20 percent of the hospital’s patients have traveled from outside of Arizona and the United States to seek treatment at St. Joseph’s. U.S News & World Report routinely ranks St. Joseph's among the top hospitals in the United States for neurology and neurosurgery. In addition, St. Joseph's boasts the Creighton University School of Medicine at St. Joseph's, and a strategic alliance with Phoenix Children's Hospital. St. Joseph's is consistently named an outstanding place to work and one of Arizona's healthiest employers. Come grow your career with one of Arizona's Most Admired Companies. Look for us on Facebook and follow us on Twitter. For the health of our community ... we are proud to be a tobacco-free campus.

Requirements

Completion of approved American College of Radiology: Radiologic Technologist Program
Two years radiology experience, upon hire
Medical Radiographer: AZ, upon hire
Basic Life Support - CPR, upon hire
Registered Technologist Radiography ARRT, upon hire or Registered Technologist Bone Densitometry, upon hire or Registered Technologist Computed Tomography, upon hire or Registered Technologist Cardio Interventional Radiography, upon hire or Registered Technologist Mammography, upon hire or Registered Technologist Magnetic Resonance Imaging, upon hire or Registered Technologist Nuclear Medicine Technology, upon hire or Registered Technologist Quality Management, upon hire or Registered Technologist Radiation Therapy, upon hire or Registered Technologist Vascualr Inteventional Rad, upon hire or Registered Technologist Vascular Sonography, upon hire

Responsibilities

Produce diagnostic images that enable Radiologists to accurately diagnose and manage patient conditions.
Perform a variety of imaging examinations, including X-rays, ultrasound, diagnostic fluoroscopy, CT/CAT scans, and MRIs.
Actively contribute to a positive patient experience through direct interaction.
Deeply understand diagnostic imaging's critical importance, encompassing expertise in workflow, patient positioning, and capturing precise results essential for timely and accurate diagnoses.
Utilize good radiation safety practices for patients, self and others.
Display competency performing procedures; follow every step for taking an x-ray (two patient identifier, gel in/gel out, etc).
Always produce high quality films.
Accurately mark radiographs with R's and L's, supine and upright (if appropriate); and assure that patient information is clearly visible.
Competent in two or more areas of Diagnostic Radiology (fluoro, portables, OR, Litho, ED/Trauma).
Understand the interrelation and operate the various computer systems such as RCO, Radnet, PACS and other hospital systems.
Assist in the reconciliation of errors, duplicate orders, dictation, etc.
Assist Imaging Support in locating films/images, loading CD's, printing reports and assisting physicians.
Accurately and thoroughly complete hospital/department forms per protocol i.e. incident reports, side/site forms, etc.
Complete exam(s) in Radnet, enter notes or other required documentation into Radnet, DR or other computer systems.