Are you a highly skilled and adaptable Radiologic Technologist seeking flexibility and the chance to make a real impact? St. Joseph Medical Center in Tacoma, Washington, is actively looking for a dedicated Per Diem Rad Technologist to join our dynamic diagnostic imaging team! If you thrive in diverse clinical settings, excel at patient care, and are passionate about contributing to accurate diagnoses, we invite you to apply.

Why St. Joseph Medical Center?

At St. Joseph Medical Center, we are committed to providing exceptional, patient-centered care. As a Per Diem Rad Technologist, you'll be a crucial part of our mission, providing essential diagnostic imaging services across various hospital locations as needed. This role offers the freedom to control your schedule while allowing you to contribute significantly to a leading healthcare institution. We foster a supportive environment where your expertise is highly valued, and your contributions directly impact patient outcomes.

About the Role:

As a Per Diem Rad Technologist, you will 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, or patient rooms. Your ability to expertly operate radiographic equipment to produce recorded images of the body will directly assist physicians in the diagnosis of disease and injuries.

Your work will be essential in ensuring optimal diagnostic quality of patient care through efficient and safe processes, always adhering to departmental protocols and regulatory requirements. Key aspects of your role include:

• Precision Imaging: Preparing and operating radiology equipment to achieve the correct size, depth, and detail for each requested exposure area, based on physicians’ orders and strict department protocols.
• Patient Education & Comfort: Clearly explaining procedures to patients, responding to their questions, and utilizing equipment and techniques to ensure comfort and protect patients, yourself, and others from unnecessary radiation.
• Safety & Consistency: Employing techniques and procedures that guarantee consistent results and meticulously cleaning equipment after each use.
• Comprehensive Patient Care: Delivering compassionate patient care for all age groups while performing radiological exams, procedures, and/or special procedures.
• Patient Advocacy: Acting as a vital liaison between the patient and the radiologist, providing comfort and protection, and responding to emergency situations within your scope of authority.
• Accurate Documentation: Maintaining precise patient records by documenting pertinent information in the patient chart and advising nursing staff of any significant changes in a patient’s condition while in Diagnostic Imaging.
• Operational Support: Performing incidental general office duties, which may include answering the phone, scheduling, filing, maintaining patient records, and ordering supplies. You may also participate in the ordering and inventorying of equipment and supplies.
• Mentorship: Participating in the training of Radiologic Technology students, offering instruction to broaden their knowledge of the profession.
• Cultural Competence: Demonstrating proper use of communication tools and materials for effective communication, and understanding how diverse cultures can impact communication, collaboration, and the provision of care.
• Continuous Improvement: Keeping abreast of FHS standards, protocols, and procedures, maintaining current skills, and demonstrating evidence of continuing education through department meetings, individualized learning opportunities from radiologists, and relevant classes.

Education/Work Experience Requirements

Graduation from an accredited school of Radiological Technology, and one year of recent related work experience which may be obtained through practical education/training that demonstrates attainment of the requisite job knowledge skills/abilities required. 

Work experience involving the current technical aspects of patient care in a radiology department is preferred.

Licensure/Certification

• Current American Registry of Radiological Technologists (ARRT) required.
• Current Washington State certification as a Radiologic Technologist.
• Current healthcare provider BLS certification.

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.