Radiology Tech - Per Diem*
Company: CARSON VALLEY HEALTH
Location: Gardnerville
Posted on: February 14, 2026
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Job Description:
Job Description Job Description Radiology Tech - Per Diem*
*IMPORTANT NOTE: In lieu of benefits due to "per diem" status, 15%
will be added to the hourly rate. Per diem employees are offered
work on an "as-needed" basis. POSITION SUMMARY: At the
administrative direction of the Imaging Services Manager,
independently perform diagnostic x-ray exams with minimal
supervision. POSITION REQUIREMENTS: Minimum Education Graduate of
accredited Radiologic Technology program. License Required: NV
State radiology license required. Certificate Required: Current
ARRT – American Registry Radiologic Technologist certificate
required; RT (R). (Must obtain within 90 days of hire) Current BLS
certification. Minimum Work Experience Ability to communicate with
employees, physicians, patients and administrative staff in a
courteous and professional manner. POSITION ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
Equipment Competently operate x-ray, fluoro, portable x-ray and
c-arm equipment while performing all routine exams in a safe and
optimal manner. Operates highly complex radiographic equipment
within the radiology department, operating suites and at the
patient's bedside, selecting technical factors to ensure
high-quality radiographs using the A.L.A.R.A. (As low as reasonable
achievable) standards. Understands and is able to utilize all x-ray
rooms in main department. Understands and is able to utilize
operating room and x-ray equipment. Understands and is able to
utilize x-ray portables in the main hospital. Process films and
review for overall quality. Perform required warm-ups and equipment
QC. Report all malfunctions to Imaging Services Manager, and
service provider. Patient Care Transfer patient to imaging table,
explain procedure and position patient according to protocol.
Select optimal radiographic technique and obtain established
routine views. Receives and reviews requests for radiologic
studies. Reads requisition and physician's referral sheet to assure
correct exam is performed. Interviews patients and reviews
available clinical data from charts to alert nurses and/or
physicians to possible contradictions for procedure. Speaks with
patient to ascertain pertinent history associated with requested
exam. Checks patient chart, if available, to make sure correct exam
is ordered. Uses practical knowledge of anatomy for proper
positioning to obtain maximum diagnostic information, as evidenced
by film taken. Refers to exam guidelines for necessary views. Reads
exam requests to determine area of interest. Relies on extensive
knowledge of anatomy, physiology, and effects of disease processes
to properly and safety position tl1e patient for maximum diagnostic
yield. CARSON VALLEY HEALTH IS PROUD TO BE RECOGNIZED AS A FINALIST
IN THE "BEST PLACES TO WORK" - NORTHERN NEVADA, 2021, 2022, 2024 &
2025! WE LOOK FORWARD TO WELCOMING YOU TO OUR TEAM Per Diem
positions have no guaranteed hours or set schedule. The position
will fill in for individuals who take unplanned and/or planned time
off.
Keywords: CARSON VALLEY HEALTH, Sparks , Radiology Tech - Per Diem*, Healthcare , Gardnerville, Nevada
