Job Description

Posting number: 101096-260609

Department: Health & Human Services

Job classification: PRN Imaging Technician

Posting type: Open & Promotional

Categories: Health Services

At River People Health Center is seeking a skilled and adaptable Imaging Technologist to join our team on a PRN basis. This role is essential for providing high-quality diagnostic imaging services while ensuring an exceptional patient experience. As a PRN team member, you will fill staffing gaps, support peak volumes, and maintain the continuity of care our patients expect.

Who are we?

The Salt River Pima-Maricopa Indian Community (SRPMIC) is a sovereign tribe located in the metropolitan Phoenix area. Bounded by the cities of Scottsdale, Tempe, Mesa and Fountain Hills, the Community serves over 9,000 tribal members, and all people conduct business over approximately 96 square miles of residential, agricultural and commercial lands, as a full-service government entity. Health & Human Services’- River People Health Center (RPHC) is seeking a skilled and compassionate PRN Imaging Technologist to join our Imaging team.

What the job looks like

• This is a PRN (As Needed) position with a pay rate of $40.00 per hour.
• To maintain PRN status, the incumbent is required to work a minimum of three (3) days per month.
• May be required to work beyond normal business hours including nights, weekends and holidays.
• Provide imaging services at the main RPHC clinic.
• Utilize age-appropriate techniques to ensure a calm, safe experience.
• Ensure accurate patient identification and image labeling.

What you have:

• Follows orders requested by prescribing Provider.
• Selects equipment for use according to specifications of examination to achieve optimal results
• Confirms patient identification, order and history to ensure orders are per required specifications.
• See patients to exam room and assists them into position using safe patient handling techniques and equipment.
• Explains procedures to patients to secure maximum cooperation to obtain superior exam during imaging.
• Monitors patient during the procedure to ensure safety and comfort.
• Utilizes and adjusts equipment controls according to area to be examined, depth of field, and other specifications of test.
• Performs imaging and related duties with a high degree of quality and accuracy.
• Evaluates images for technical quality, effectively demonstrates the anatomic area of interest and assures proper identification is recorded.
• Evaluates images for technical quality assurance factors including image laterality marking and annotation as required by protocol.
• Documents and enters patient information using the EHR, as necessary.
• Performs routine quality assurance procedures and reporting malfunctions. Reports on equipment malfunction to the department Manager and/or BioMed staff to expedite repairs.
• Cleans work area and patient exam area. Maintains appropriate supplies on a daily basis.
• Maintains appropriate supplies on a daily basis.
• Maintain strong working/collaborative relationships within facility to ensure flow and continuity of services.
• Other job-related duties as assigned to ensure department operation.

What You’ll Do

• Knowledge of the history, culture, laws, rules, customs and traditions of the Salt River Pima-Maricopa Indian Community.
• Knowledge of expectations of medical office standards, policies and procedures.
• Knowledge of physiology and cross-sectional human anatomy for both adult and pediatric care.
• Skill with strong organizational and interpersonal skills.
• Skill with operating complex medical equipment and computerized instruments.
• Skill in operating and cleaning sterilizing instruments and conduct routine maintenance and adjustment checks.
• Ability to work independently, exercise good judgement, be attentive to detail, and maintain a positive attitude.
• Ability to complete work assignments accurately and in a timely manner.
• Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
• Ability to handle difficult situations involving patients, physicians, or others in a professional manner.
• Ability to work effectively with a variety of clinically trained service providers.
• Ability to meet and comply with HIPAA/Confidentiality policies and procedures and ability to handle highly confidential and sensitive patient information.
• Ability to relate to diverse cultures and specifically the Salt River Community and/or other Native American cultures and community health services.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 lbs.

Qualifications

What you need:

Minimum Qualifications

Education: Associate of Science or Associate of Applied Science in radiologic technology required. Certification by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) or US Military Radiography training required. AZ licensure from Medical Radiologic Technology Board of Examiners (MRTBE)

• Required Experience: 6 months’ combined experience in clinical General Radiology, required.

Preferred Experience:

• Experience in a community clinic and Pediatric radiology.
• Experience working with Native American communities.
• Clerical experience with medical records.

Specia Requirements:

• Valid BLS certification
• Strictly adhere to HIPAA and SRPMIC HHS policies and procedures.

Why should you apply?

Working at River People Health Center offers a unique opportunity to serve in a state-of-the-art facility that prioritizes patient-centered care. We believe that by caring for our staff and honoring our values, we provide the best possible healing environment for the Community. We seek a team member who embodies:

• Treating every patient and colleague with honor and kindness.
• Honoring the traditions and heritage of the O'odham and Piipaash people.
• Working together to improve the health and well-being of the Salt River Pima-Maricopa Indian Community.
• Maintaining the highest standards of professional and ethical conduct.
• Maintain a clean and organized imaging environment

Next Steps:

• Read and review the job specifications at www.governmentjobs.com/careers/srpmic
• Complete the online application no later than 06/24/26. No applications will be accepted after the deadline.

Prior to hire as an employee, applicants will be subject to drug and alcohol testing. Will be required to pass a pre-employment background/fingerprint check. Employees are subject to random drug and alcohol testing.

"SRPMIC is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer" Preference will be given to a qualifiedCommunity Member Veteran, Community Member, Spouse of Community Member, qualified Native American, and then other qualified candidate.

In order to obtain preference, the following is required: 1) Qualified Community Member Veteran (DD-214) will be required at the time of application submission 2) Qualified Community Member (must provide Tribal I.D at time of application submission),3) Spouse of a Community Member (Marriage License/certificate and spouse Tribal ID or CIB is required at time of application submission), and 4) Native American (Tribal ID or CIB required at time of application submission).

Documents may be submitted by one of the following methods:

1) attach to application

2) fax (480) 362-5860

3) mail or hand deliver to Human Resources.

4) Email to hrrecruitment@srpmic-nsn.gov

Documentation must be received by position closing date.

IHS/BIA Form-4432 is not accepted