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Radiology Technologist

Radiology Technologist

CompanyIntermountain Healthcare
LocationGrand Junction, CO, USA
Salary$28.15 – $43.42
TypeFull-Time
Degrees
Experience LevelJunior, Mid Level

Requirements

  • High School diploma or equivalent
  • Successful completion of an approved radiological training program and the ability to meet the requirements for registry by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT)
  • Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification issued by American Heart Association
  • Demonstrated experience in a variety of diagnostic areas, including acute care experience
  • Currently working in an acute care setting performing a variety of diagnostic exams, including fluoroscopy (fixed and/or c-arm) and mobile imaging.
  • American Registry of Radiologic Technologist (ARRT)(R) certification
  • Current Radiologic Technologist license in state of practice
  • Basic Life Support certification (BLS) for healthcare providers
  • IV certification—may not be required at all sites.

Responsibilities

  • Produce x-ray images of specified body areas as directed by the physician or radiologist ensuring clear and undistorted films.
  • Position and instruct patients regarding x-ray procedures.
  • Perform x-ray procedures using portable machine as requested by Emergency Department and nursing units.
  • Process films for radiologists reading/interpretation following established procedures.
  • Communicate with patients, families, healthcare team members, and physicians both in-person and via telephone.
  • Maintain X-ray and other equipment in efficient operating order; ensure preventative maintenance is performed on a regularly scheduled basis; contact outside service for major malfunctions according to established guidelines.
  • Promote effective working relations and work effectively as part of a department/unit team inter- and intra-departmentally to facilitate that departments/units ability to meet its goals and objectives.

Preferred Qualifications

  • At least one (1) year of diagnostic radiology experience
  • Previous leadership experience
  • 3-5 years demonstrated experience as a Radiology Technologist