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Job Summary and Responsibilities

Are you a skilled and compassionate Radiologic Technologist seeking a flexible opportunity to make a real impact? St. Joseph Medical Center in Tacoma, WA, is searching for a dedicated Per Diem Rad Tech to join our exceptional team and contribute to outstanding patient care.

Why St. Joseph Medical Center?

At St. Joseph, you'll be part of a leading healthcare institution committed to innovation, patient safety, and a supportive work environment. As a per diem team member, you'll enjoy the flexibility to build a schedule that works for you, while gaining valuable experience across diverse clinical settings.

Your Role in Our Mission:

As a Per Diem Radiologic Technologist, you'll be instrumental in assisting physicians in the diagnosis of disease and injuries. You'll perform a wide range of radiographic diagnostic imaging procedures in various locations, including (but not limited to) clinics, the emergency room, special procedures rooms, surgery, and patient rooms. Your expertise in operating radiographic equipment to produce recorded images of the body will be crucial to our patients' well-being.

Your work will be focused on delivering optimal diagnostic quality of patient care, utilizing efficient and safe processes that align with department protocols and all applicable regulatory requirements. You'll be responsible for the safe, efficient, and proper operation of radiological equipment, all while adhering to direct safety regulations, license departmental standards, and protocols.

What You'll Do (Essential Functions):

+ **Expert Imaging:** Prepare and operate radiology equipment for the correct size, depth, and detail of requested exposure areas, always based on physicians’ orders and adhering to department protocols.

+ **Patient Education & Comfort:** Clearly explain procedures to patients, respond to their questions, and utilize equipment/accessories and techniques to comfort and protect patients, yourself, and others from unnecessary radiation.

+ **Quality & Consistency:** Employ techniques and procedures to ensure consistent and high-quality results in all imaging.

+ **Safety & Cleanliness:** Thoroughly clean equipment after each use, maintaining a sterile and safe environment.

+ **Comprehensive Patient Care:** Deliver compassionate patient care for all age groups while performing radiological exams, procedures, and/or special procedures.

+ **Patient Advocate:** Act as a liaison between the patient and the radiologist, providing comfort and protection.

+ **Emergency Response:** Respond to emergency situations consistent with your scope of authority.

+ **Accurate Documentation:** Maintain accurate patient records by documenting pertinent information in the patient chart.

+ **Collaborative Communication:** Advise nursing staff of any significant change in a patient’s condition while in Diagnostic Imaging.

+ **Operational Support:** Perform incidental general office duties including answering phones, scheduling, filing, maintaining patient records, and ordering supplies.

+ **Resource Management:** Participate in the ordering and inventorying of equipment and supplies.

+ **Mentorship & Growth:** Participate in the training of Radiological Technology students, offering instruction to broaden their knowledge of the profession.

Cultural Sensitivity and Competence:

We are committed to providing culturally sensitive care. You will demonstrate proper use of communication tools and materials for effective communication and understand how the culture(s) of patient populations can affect communication, collaboration, and the provision of care, treatment, and services. You will demonstrate knowledge and proper skills associated with the department’s defined specific patient populations served.

Job Requirements

Are You the Ideal Candidate?

We're looking for a highly motivated and qualified individual with:

+ Graduation from an accredited school of Radiological Technology.

+ Required upon hire:

+ Medical Radiographer:

+ Registered Technologist Radiography ARRT

+ Basic Life Support - CPR

Take the next step in your radiology career and apply today! Join St. Joseph Medical Center and contribute to a team dedicated to excellence in patient care and a supportive professional environment. We look forward to welcoming you!

Where You'll Work

Virginia Mason Franciscan Health has a rich history of providing exceptional healthcare, dating back to 1891. Building upon a legacy of compassionate care and innovation, our organization has evolved over the years through strategic partnerships and integrations to expand our reach and services across the Puget Sound area.

Today, as Virginia Mason Franciscan Health, we remain deeply committed to healing the whole person – body, mind, and spirit – in the communities we serve. This commitment is strengthened by the diverse expertise and shared values brought together through our growth.

Our dedicated providers offer a full spectrum of health care services, from routine wellness to complex disease management, all grounded in rigorous research and education. Our comprehensive network of 10 hospitals and nearly 300 care sites strategically located across the greater Puget Sound region reflects our ongoing commitment to accessibility and comprehensive care.

We are proud of our pioneering medical advances and numerous awards and accreditations that reflect our dedication to excellence. When you join Virginia Mason Franciscan Health, you become part of a team that delivers top-quality, professional healthcare in modern, well-equipped facilities, and contributes to a legacy of service built on collaboration and shared purpose.

Pay Range

$35.25 - $52.83 /hour

We are an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.