Radiology Technologist II

Position Details

Department: PCH-MAIN | Diagnostic Radiology

Location: Phoenix

Shift: Fri, Sat, Sun, Shifts Vary, 7pm-8:30am

Category: Radiology/Imaging Svcs

Posting #: 872120

Employee Type: Full-Time

Position Summary

Posting Note: Schedule: 3, 12 hour shifts: Friday, Saturday, Sunday 7pm-7:30am

This position performs a variety of diagnostic radiography imaging procedures to provide data for diagnosis and monitoring of disease and injuries in accordance with all applicable standards, regulations, and licensing requirements. Requires competence in a variety of equipment and technologies and performs duties in a range of acute care pediatric-centered settings.

Position Duties

• Performs a variety of diagnostic radiography imaging tests as prescribed by physicians and providers. Determines proper techniques to ensure optimal results in accordance with all applicable standards and procedures.
  
  Performs regular equipment calibration and maintenance in accordance with established instructions. Identifies and troubleshoots malfunctions to ensure continuous proper and safe operations. Reports service needs and preventive maintenance issues as appropriate.

• Performs finalizing functions including, but not limited to, limited coding using radiology information system (RIS) to provide for timely and accurate patient information and charge capture. Archives records in accordance with Radiologist specifications.

• Maintains professional and technical competency through constantly pursuing knowledge and self-improvement by remaining apprised of current literature, practices, and new developments in the fields covered by diagnostic imaging.

• Provides diagnostic radiography safety information and education to patients, families, and all other affected parties to ensure thorough understanding of procedure protocols.

• Participates in the evaluation and development of new procedures and quality improvement initiatives. Proactively evaluates practices and assists to create and implement changes to increase and enhance the effectiveness of methods.

• Serves as a preceptor for staff, students, and new employees.

• Performs miscellaneous job related duties as requested.