St. Anne Hospital·Burien, Washington
The Radiologic Technologist will be responsible for producing diagnostic images using various modalities like X-rays, CT, and MRI, ensuring accurate results for diagnosis and management of patient conditions. This role involves explaining procedures, positioning patients correctly, operating radiology equipment, and ensuring patient and self-protection from unnecessary radiation.
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.
Job Summary and Responsibilities 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.
Prepares/operates radiology equipment for the correct size, depth and detail of a requested exposure area, based on physicians’ orders and in adherence to department protocols.
Explains procedures to patients and responds to questions.
Utilizes equipment/accessories and employs techniques/procedures to comfort and protect the patient, self and others from unnecessary radiation.
Utilizes equipment/accessories and employs techniques/procedures to ensure that results are consistent.
Cleans equipment after each use.
Delivers patient care for all age groups while performing radiological exams/procedures and/or special procedures.
Job Requirements Required Graduation from an accredited school of Radiological Technology.
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.
American Registry of Radiological Technologists (ARRT) required.
State of Washington Certification as a Radiologic Technologist Current American Heart Association Healthcare Provider BLS certification.
Candidates must have graduated from an accredited school of Radiological Technology and possess one year of recent related work experience, preferably in a radiology department. Required credentials include ARRT certification, Washington State Radiologic Technologist Certification, and current American Heart Association Healthcare Provider BLS certification.
Market context
Washington healthcare employers commonly seek radiologic technologists for hospitals, outpatient imaging centers, and urgent care settings, so demand is typically steady. These roles are competitive because employers often want accredited training, recent experience, ARRT registration, a Washington Medical Radiographer license, and BLS-CPR at hire. Review the original posting carefully and confirm your credentials match, since the requirements and benefits shown here are AI-summarized from the source job description to save research time.
