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Radiologic Technologist
Company : Catholic Health Initiatives
Location : Phoenix, AZ, 85013
Job Type : Full Time
Salary : 28.1-41.8 HOUR
Date Posted : 29 December 2025
Job Summary and Responsibilities
New Grads Welcome! $6500 sign on bonus
As our Radiologic Technologist (Rad Tech), you will be pivotal in producing diagnostic images that enable Radiologists to accurately diagnose and manage patient conditions.
Each day, you will perform a variety of imaging examinations, including X-rays, ultrasound, diagnostic fluoroscopy, CT/CAT scans, and MRIs, while actively contributing to a positive patient experience through direct interaction.
To excel, you must deeply understand diagnostic imaging's critical importance, encompassing expertise in workflow, patient positioning, and capturing precise results essential for timely and accurate diagnoses.
- Utilizes good radiation safety practices for patients, self and others.
- Displays competency performing procedures; follows every step for taking an x-ray (two patient identifier, gel in/gel out, etc). Always produces high quality films. Accurately marks radiographs with R's and L's, supine and upright (if appropriate); and assures that patient information is clearly visible.
- Competent in one or more areas of Diagnostic Radiology (fluoro, portables, OR, Litho, ED/Trauma)
- Understands the interrelation and operates the various computer systems such as RCO, Radnet, PACS and other hospital systems.
- Assists Imaging Support in locating films/images, loading CD's, printing reports and assisting physicians.
- Accurately and thoroughly completes hospital/department forms per protocol i.e. incident reports, side/site forms, etc. Completes exam(s) in Radnet,enters notes or other required documentation into Radnet, DR or other computer systems.
Required
- Completion of approved American College of Radiology: Radiologic Technologist Program and Six months radiology experience., upon hire and
- Medical Radiographer: AZ, upon hire and
- Basic Life Support - CPR, upon hire and
- Registered Technologist Radiography ARRT, upon hire or
- Registered Technologist Bone Densitometry, upon hire or
- Registered Technologist Computed Tomography, upon hire or
- Registered Technologist Cardio Interventional Radiography, upon hire or
- Registered Technologist Mammography, upon hire or
- Registered Technologist Magnetic Resonance Imaging, upon hire or
- Registered Technologist Nuclear Medicine Technology, upon hire or
- Registered Technologist Quality Management, upon hire or
- Registered Technologist Radiation Therapy, upon hire or
- Registered Technologist Vascualr Inteventional Rad, upon hire or
- Registered Technologist Vascular Sonography, upon hire
Preferred
- Six months and experience
Hello humankindness
Located conveniently in the heart of Phoenix, Arizona, St. Joseph's Hospital and Medical Center is a 571-bed, not-for-profit hospital that provides a wide range of health, social and support services. Founded in 1895 by the Sisters of Mercy, St. Joseph's was the first hospital in the Phoenix area. More than 125 years later, St. Joseph's remains dedicated to its mission of caring for the poor and underserved.
We are extremely proud to be a nationally recognized center for quality quaternary care, medical education and research. St. Joseph's includes the internationally renowned Barrow Neurological Institute, Norton Thoracic Institute, Cancer Center at St. Joseph's, Ivy Brain Tumor Center, and St. Joseph's Level I Trauma Center (which is verified by the American College of Surgeons). The hospital is also a respected center for high-risk obstetrics, neuro-rehabilitation, orthopedics, and other medical services. St. Joseph’s is considered a sought-after destination hospital for treating the most complex cases from throughout the world. Every day, approximately 20 percent of the hospital’s patients have traveled from outside of Arizona and the United States to seek treatment at St. Joseph’s.
U.S News & World Report routinely ranks St. Joseph's among the top hospitals in the United States for neurology and neurosurgery. In addition, St. Joseph's boasts the Creighton University School of Medicine at St. Joseph's, and a strategic alliance with Phoenix Children's Hospital.
St. Joseph's is consistently named an outstanding place to work and one of Arizona's healthiest employers. Come grow your career with one of Arizona's Most Admired Companies.
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Frequently asked questions
Phoenix has a growing healthcare sector with steady demand for skilled radiologic technologists. Job seekers often face moderate competition, especially at renowned centers like St. Joseph’s. Candidates who hold multiple ARRT certifications and local licenses tend to stand out more in this market.
In Arizona, holding an ARRT certification is essential, alongside a state medical radiographer license. Additional credentials in CT, MRI, or mammography can boost employability, especially in advanced care centers like Catholic Health Initiatives where specialized imaging skills are highly valued.
Beyond capturing diagnostic images, radiologic technologists manage patient positioning, ensure radiation safety, operate complex imaging software systems, and support physicians with image retrieval and documentation—tasks critical for accurate diagnosis and patient care continuity.
Early-stage radiologic technologists can advance into specialties like CT, MRI, or interventional radiology. With experience, opportunities expand into supervisory roles, education, or even radiology department management, particularly in large healthcare systems like Catholic Health Initiatives.
Catholic Health Initiatives supports professional growth through specialized training and access to cutting-edge imaging technology. Their mission-driven culture emphasizes community care, fostering a collaborative environment that values technologist expertise and career development.
This employer blends advanced quaternary care with a nonprofit mission, offering exposure to complex cases and diverse patient populations. Radiologic technologists here benefit from a supportive culture focused on innovation, education, and serving underserved communities.
Radiologic technologists in Phoenix typically earn between $55,000 and $75,000 annually, depending on experience and certifications. Specialized skills or ARRT endorsements can push salaries toward the higher end, reflecting the competitive healthcare landscape in the region.
Many assume the role is limited to operating x-ray machines, but it requires proficiency with advanced imaging software like PACS, RadNet, and RCO. Technologists must also skillfully navigate digital systems to ensure accurate image management and patient record documentation.
Phoenix healthcare workplaces emphasize teamwork and patient-centered care, often with a blend of modern technology and community focus. Radiologic technologists here frequently engage with diverse populations, requiring cultural sensitivity alongside technical expertise.
In trauma situations, radiologic technologists must rapidly perform precise imaging under pressure, coordinating with emergency and surgical teams. Their ability to quickly adapt patient positioning and maintain radiation safety directly impacts critical, time-sensitive diagnoses.