Practical Radiology Tech

Overview

Abrazo West Campus Hospital is committed to providing exceptional patient care in a supportive and collaborative environment. As a member of our team, you will have the opportunity to work with advanced technology and be part of a healthcare community dedicated to making a positive impact on the lives of our patients.

At Abrazo West Campus, we understand that our greatest asset is our dedicated team of professionals. That's why we offer more than a job - we provide a comprehensive benefit package that prioritizes your health, professional development, and work-life balance. The available plans and programs include:

• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer match
• Generous paid time off
• Career development and continuing education opportunities
• Health savings accounts, healthcare & dependent flexible spending accounts
• Employee Assistance program, Employee discount program
• Voluntary benefits include pet insurance, legal insurance, accident and critical illness insurance, long term care, elder & childcare, auto & home insurance

Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location and is determined by employment status

Job Summary

Position Summary

To produce quality radiographic examinations of the chest and distal extremities which are used in medical diagnosis and interpreted by radiologists and medical physicians to identify injuries, foreign bodies, pathological conditions or lesions within the body

Responsibilities

• Utilizes general operating procedures, i.e., start-up procedures, basic troubleshooting and problem solving.
• Ensures proper film identification to include date stickers, flashed patient identification and right/left markers. Ensures proper and fair charging of patient procedures in compliance with Model Compliance and Ethical guidelines. Ensure proper protocol for filing and copying of films.
• Positions patient to achieve best examination results and in depth knowledge of human anatomy. Explains the x-ray process to each patient prior to the examination.
• Sets up, adjusts and adapts equipment and procedure to accommodate the patient's condition to obtain reliable results.
• Utilizes safety techniques to minimize radiation exposure to patients and themselves and proficiency in delivery of patients, supplies, films, and reports.
• Ensures accountability and responsibility for verification of proper patient identification using patient armband.
• Other related job tasks or responsibilities as assigned

Qualifications

• Minimum Requirements:

• Education: Graduation Certificate from JRCERT accredited PRT program.

• Experience: Clinical externship experience in an acute care facility.

• Licensure/Certifications: Arizona Registered Practical Radiological Technologist (PRT). CPR required.

• Special Skills: Excellent customer service skills and team skills.

• Preferred Requirements:

• Experience: One year PRT level radiology experience.

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Organization Description

Abrazo West Campus is recognized for providing exceptional, comprehensive care to patients in West Valley communities. The 200-bed acute care hospital offers advanced services, including the da Vinci Xi surgical platform, Level I Trauma Center, Loop-X system, orthopedics, obstetrics and cardiovascular care.

Employment practices will not be influenced or affected by an applicant's or employee's race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status or any other legally protected status. Tenet will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities unless doing so would result in an undue hardship.

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