Alameda Hospitsl Rad. Tech, Multi-Modality, Mammo & CT, Per Diem, Varied shift, 8hours

Alameda Health System; California (MO); On-site; USD 109,000 - 138,000; Full time

Job summary

Alameda Health System seeks a Radiologic Technologist (Multi-Modality) for per diem, varied shifts at Alameda, CA. The role covers general radiography, fluoroscopy, mammography, and CT with ALARA and patient safety at the forefront.

Requirements include ARRT certification, state fluoroscopy permit, BLS, and proficiency in 3+ modalities. Per diem schedule varies, with competitive hourly rates and on-site work in Alameda.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; graduation from an accredited school of radiologic technology.
• ARRT radiologic technologist certifcation and state fluoroscopy permit.
• BLS certification as required.
• Proficient in at least three imaging modalities (X-ray, Fluoroscopy, CT, Mammography, MRI).

Responsibilities

• Assist physicians in administering contrast media.
• Rotate assignments across modality areas to meet department needs.
• Process images for modality (CR/DR/Film) and use PACS.
• Maintain records of exams, dose, and contrast; ensure patient IDs.
• Support patient movement and positioning as needed.
• Develop/optimize technical factors for radiographic procedures.
• Perform general diagnostic and fluoroscopic duties per policy.
• Adhere to sterile technique and radiation safety standards.

Skills

X-ray

Fluoroscopy

CT

Mammography

MRI

Education

High school Diploma or equivalent

Graduation from an Accredited School of Radiologic Technology

Associates or Bachelor's Degree (preferred)

Tools

PACS

Job description

Alameda Hospitsl Rad. Tech, Multi-Modality, Mammo & CT, Per Diem, Varied shift, 8hoursFeatured Job

• Alameda, CA
• Alameda Hospital
• AHD Radiology
• Services As Needed / Per Diem - Varies
• Allied Health
• $79.42 - $100.31/hr
• FTE:0.01

Summary

Role Overview: Under close supervision, the Radiologic Technologist (Multi-Modality) performs a variety of duties in the Department of Radiology/ Imaging Services of Alameda Health System related to general Radiography/Fluoroscopy. Performs various diagnostic imaging examinations of patients as directed for diagnostic and treatment purposes according to established procedures. Performs related duties as required.

DUTIES & ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• Assists Physician in administering opaque media (contrast)
• Rotates assignments within the department by assigned shifts as required to meet departmental needs
• Processes Images as appropriate for Modality (CR/DR/Film) and is proficient in utilizing the PACS system (Picture Archival Communications)
• Maintains adequate records of examinations/dose/contrast as directed, and appropriately utilizing two patient identifier with each patient exam
• Assists with movement of patients (rooming/transport)
• Assists in the development/optimization of technical factors for radiographic procedures
• May assist in equipment or procedures not routinely taught in school
• May assist in the training of students
• Performs a variety of technical procedures that will require independent judgment, with designate areas or procedures as required
• Performs all general diagnostic and routine fluoroscopic duties as determined by employer.
• Practices sterile techniques and prevents cross contamination
• Maintains orderliness and cleanliness of environment and supplies
• Ensure utilization of non expired supplies by checking stock regularly and using "first in first out" rule of re stocking
• Produces Radiographs, positions and transfers patients, and provides immobilization devices as necessary to obtain images
• Provides radiation protection in accordance with prescribed radiation safety standards.
• Ensure utilizing techniques that promote ALARA on an individual patient basis (As Low as Reasonably Achieved) for radiation exposure
• Selects and operates all imaging equipment as directed and licensed to perform.

Qualifications

Required Education: High school Diploma or equivalent, Graduation from an Accredited School of Radiologic Technology

Preferred Education: Associates Degree or Bachelor's Degree

Required Experience:Proficient in a minimum of three Modalities

• Modalities may include:
• X-ray and Fluoroscopy
• All must have this plus one additional modality: NOTE: for CT/MRI/PACS
• Internal promotion must have required below prior to promotion
• External hire, must obtain within 6 months for CT/MRI/PACS)
• CT (Computed Tomography)- ARRT (CT) Required
• Mammography CRT (M) Required
• MRI- ARRT (MRI) Required
• Permanent Lead for designated shift
• Primary responsibility for compliance with the Mammography Quality Standards Act of 1992 (MQSA) through record keeping and reporting

Required Licenses/Certifications: Valid ARRT Radiologic Technologist certification, and other ARRT certifications as it relates to each modality where appropriate; valid Fluoroscopy Permit issued by the State of California; BLS - Basic Life Support Certification - issued by AHA-American Heart Association.

_Any combination of education and experience that would likely provide the required knowledge, skills and abilities as well as possession of any required licenses or certifications is qualifying._

_PAY RANGE: $79.42 - $100.31/hr_

Additional Information

Note: Must be able to perform Mammography and Diagnostic Radiology exams as needed. Great staff and environment. Hours are varied and evening of $2.90/hr over base rate and night shift of $3.63/hr over base rate Diff pay. Step and Cola increases. Mammo cert required.

Qualifications

Required Education: High school Diploma or equivalent, Graduation from an Accredited School of Radiologic Technology

Preferred Education: Associates Degree or Bachelor's Degree

Required Experience:Proficie