Diagnostic Technologist - Outpatient Medical Imaging, Fountain (Full-Time, Temporary, Days)

Enloe Medical Center; Chico (CA); On-site; USD 66,000 - 89,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

$0 premium medical plan

Prescription and dental group coverage

Employer retirement match

Paid time off

Extended sick leave

FSAs for medical/dependent care

Employee Assistance Program

Educational Assistance

Job summary

Enloe Medical Center in Chico, CA, is seeking a Diagnostic Technologist to perform general radiographic exams and may be cross-trained in other imaging modalities. The technologist operates X-ray equipment, prepares rooms and equipment, and supports patient care.

The role may float to remote locations as needed. Minimum requirements include a CA CRT within 6 months, CPR, and a fluoroscopy permit; ARRT is preferred.

Qualifications

• Minimum: Current full Certificate of Radiologic Technology (CRT) issued by CA Department of Health Services (to be obtained within 6 months)
• Minimum: Current CPR Certification
• Minimum: Fluoroscopy Permit (to be obtained within 6 months)
• Desired: ARRT certification
• Desired: 1 year experience as Technologist-In-Charge (if applicable)

Responsibilities

• Operates X-ray equipment and manipulates digital images.
• Performs general diagnostic radiographic exams and may cross-train in other imaging modalities.
• Prepares patient rooms, equipment and supplies, and manages contrast media.
• May be assigned Technologist-In-Charge duties and/or float to remote locations as needed.

Skills

Anatomy knowledge

Patient care

Radiographic positioning

Communication

Problem solving

Education

CRT license (CA)

CPR Certification

Fluoroscopy Permit

ARRT certification (preferred)

1 year experience minimum

Job description

ECC Diagnostic Imaging Compensation range: $48.07 - $64.89 Your rate of pay will be based on applicable experience Shift: Days Shift length: 8-Hours Days off: Fixed If fixed, days off: Saturdays & Sundays Hours per pay period: 40, Temporary Enloe Health is a Level II Trauma Center located in beautiful Northern California. We offer a full array of medical services, and our mission is to elevate the health of the communities we serve. As a Planetree organization, we place high value on hiring the right team to care for our patients and their families—care that is steeped in compassion, human connection, and mutual support. If you feel called to make a meaningful impact through empathetic, person-centered care, and thrive in a culture that values collaboration and purpose, we welcome you to join our team.

POSITION SUMMARY:

Under the general direction of the Manager, Radiology and the immediate supervision of the Lead Diagnostic Technologist, performs imaging procedures at a technical level not requiring direct supervision. The Diagnostic Technologist can perform all general diagnostic radiographic exams and may also be cross trained in other imaging modalities. Assumes responsibility for designated areas as assigned. The Diagnostic Technologist operates X-ray equipment, manipulates digital images, prepares patient’s room, equipment, supplies, and contrast media. The Diagnostic Technologist may be assigned the Technologist-In-Charge duties on an as needed basis. The Diagnostic Technologist may also float to the remote locations as needed.

EDUCATION / TRAINING / EXPERIENCE:

Minimum:

• If performing the Technologist-In-Charge duties, must have one-year experience

Desired:

• Two years’ experience in diagnostic x-ray in an acute care setting

LICENSES / CERTIFICATIONS:

Minimum:

• Current full Certificate of Radiologic Technology issued by the Department of Health Services, State of California (CRT) (to be obtained within 6 months of hire)
• Current CPR Certification
• Fluoroscopy Permit (to be obtained within 6 months of hire)

** Please note: if employee does not pass their initial exam, which must be taken within 6 months of hire, they will be considered to meet this minimum qualification as long as they retake the exam. The employee will have 6 months to retest and pass the exam. If they do not pass the second attempt, then employment will be separated.

Desired:

• Current licensure issued by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT)

SKILLS / KNOWLEDGE / ABILITIES:

Demonstrates a thorough knowledge of human anatomy and function, patient care, positioning, principles of radiographic exposure, quality assurance, radiation physics, radiation protection, radiobiology, and specialized techniques as required for a Radiologic Technologist. Must be self-motivated. Excellent communication skills and problem-solving techniques are required. Must be able to fulfill the essential functions of the position.

Benefits Information

Enloe offers a comprehensive and competitive benefits package to all eligible employees, including, but not limited to:

• $0 premium medical plan to include vision insurance
• Prescription and dental group insurance
• Retirement with employer match
• Generous paid time off (PTO) plan that starts accruing immediately and can be used as it's earned
• Extended Sick Leave
• Flexible Spending Accounts for unreimbursed medical expenses and dependent care
• Employee Assistance Program
• Educational Assistance

A proud nonprofit health system, Enloe Health has served the people of the North State for more than 110 years. At Enloe, every employee, staff member and volunteer is a caregiver. No matter our role, each of us is here for our patients. Enloe values our workforce and is proud to be recognized as an excellent employer.