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Northern Arizona Healthcare · 2 days ago

Diagnostic Xray Technologist 1 - FMC

Flagstaff, AZ

Full-time

Onsite

New Grad, Entry Level

Northern Arizona Healthcare is seeking a Diagnostic Xray Technologist 1 to perform diagnostic radiographic procedures using both stationary and mobile radiographic equipment. The role involves patient care, maintaining equipment, and ensuring compliance with safety and regulatory standards in an outpatient or acute care setting.

Health CareMedicalNon Profit

No H1B

Security Clearance Required

Responsibilities

Obtains patient history

Educates patients/families regarding procedures and/or treatment to be performed as well as risk factors and prevention

Positions patients appropriately for the applicable radiographic procedure

Performs radiographic procedures and analysis according to departmental guidelines

Develops and evaluates radiographic results for technical quality, such as density, contrast, definition and distortion

Applies learned methodologies with independent judgment according to established policies and procedures

Performs prescribed procedures in accordance with established policies

Maintains infection prevention standards

Explains standard procedures and answers patients questions

Prepares, cleans, adjusts, inspects and maintains equipment

Produces quality images and prepares/presents them with other pertinent patient information for timely interpretation Prepares and maintains accurate documentation, archiving imaging data as needed or required

Prepares and maintains accurate documentation, archiving imaging data as needed or required

Collaborates with physicians and other medical professionals

Performs radiographic procedures using both stationary and mobile radiographic equipment

Responsible for appropriate set up of the x-ray room and manipulation of equipment, and proper placement of patient for procedure

Ensure proper image capture of skeletal structure requested for diagnosis and treatment purposes

Process and develops exposed x-ray film and creates x-ray CD copies for review and interpretation

Adheres to regulatory and organizational standards affecting patient care and safety as well as all hospital and departmental policies and procedures

Performs and evaluates equipment quality control measurements, demonstrating ability to troubleshoot and notifying appropriate personnel to maintain equipment performance

Assures the efficient operation of workflow of the department and monitors and maintains an adequate inventory of supplies and materials to ensure non-interruption of service

Participates in creating and sustaining a learning environment supported by evidenced based practice and research

Focuses on personal development areas, engaging in professional/collegial interactions with peers and students

Works with peers and other health care providers. Participates in ongoing in-service and educational seminars

Participates in orienting, assisting, mentoring and education of colleagues and students

Stays current and complies with state and federal regulations/statutes and company policies that impact the employees area of responsibility

If required for position, ensures all certifications and/or licenses are up-to-date and valid prior to expiration dates

Completes all company mandatory modules and required job specific training in the specified time frame

Responsible for reporting any safety related incident in a timely fashion through the Midas/RDE tool; attends all safety related training programs; performs work in a safe manner; monitors work environment for possible safety issues and ensures others are also performing work in a safe manner

Qualification

Radiologic TechnologyRadiologic Technologist certificationAZDHS Certified Radiologic TechnologistBLS certificationDiagnostic Radiology experiencePatient careEquipment maintenanceQuality controlComputer proficiency