Rad Tech

Tenet Healthcare; Palm Springs (CA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Desert Regional Medical Center in Palm Springs, CA, is hiring a Radiologic Technologist II for an 8-hour day shift. The role involves providing radiographic services across multiple environments, with an emphasis on safety and image quality.

The senior technologist supports imaging in inpatient and outpatient settings, operating room suites, and PACS documentation. Qualifications include an accredited radiologic program graduate, CA CRT license, ARRT registration, fluoroscopy licensure, and AHA

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited two year school of Radiologic Technology.
• Current CA state license (CRT) required upon hire.
• Current ARRT Registration or equivalent upon hire.
• Fluoroscopy licensure upon hire or within 120 days.
• Current American Heart Association BLS Certification required.
• Three years experience in a Radiologic setting.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Establish and verify patient identity, review physician orders, and obtain patient history.
• Educate patient and explain procedures to ensure comfort and cooperation.
• Position patient for exam and transfer to table as needed.
• Monitor patient safety and comfort, and protect privacy at all times.
• Apply proper technique, positioning, and ALARA principles to minimize exposure.
• Verify image quality and select appropriate imaging modalities.
• Demonstrate professional communication with patients, families, and staff.
• Operate radiology equipment and systems, including PACS and documentation.
• Adhere to department/hospital policies and assist with other modalities as needed.

Skills

Communication

Patient care

Safety(ALARA)

Radiologic experience

Education

Associate degree in Radiologic Technology

CA CRT license

ARRT certification

Fluoroscopy licensure

AHA BLS certification

Tools

PACS

CR/DR imaging systems

Job description

Overview

Desert Regional Medical Center Hospital is committed to providing exceptional patient care in a supportive and collaborative environment. As a member of our team, you will have the opportunity to work with advanced technology and be part of a healthcare community dedicated to making a positive impact on the lives of our patients.

At Desert Regional Medical Center, we understand that our greatest asset is our dedicated team of professionals. That’s why we offer more than a job – we provide a comprehensive benefit package that prioritizes your health, professional development, and work-life balance. The available plans and programs include:

• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer match
• Generous paid time off
• Career development and continuing education opportunities
• Health savings accounts, healthcare & dependent flexible spending accounts
• Employee Assistance program, Employee discount program
• Voluntary benefits include pet insurance, legal insurance, accident and critical illness insurance, long term care, elder & childcare, auto & home insurance

Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location and is determined by employment status

Job Summary

Up to $25,000 Sign-On bonus based on experience

Shift: 8hrs Days

Job type: Full Time

Hours: 7:30a-4pm Monday-Friday

Under the supervision of the Radiologist, the Radiologic Technologist II; 8-Hour shift shall provide radiographic services to patients. The senior technologist shall operate imaging equipment, image processing, prepare radiographic exam rooms, and maintain equipment and supplies. The senior technologist shall provide imaging service utilizing various modalities and in multiple environments including the Inpatient and Outpatient Operating Suites, Outpatient Imaging Facilities, the Patient Room, the Emergency Department and in the Department of Radiology. The radiologic technologist's performance and behavior shall be both reflective and supportive of the Mission Statement and Core Values of the hospital. Demographic information limited Patient Health Information as related to job function.

Responsibilities

1. Properly establish / confirm patient identity, verify Physicians order and obtain relevant patient history.
2. Educate patient and explain procedure.
3. Transfer patient to table and position patient for exam to be preformed.
4. Continually monitor patient for safety and comfort, respect patient privacy.
5. Practice proper technique selection, positioning and radiation safety to keep exposures ALARA.
6. Monitor all images for the highest possible quality.
7. Continually display professional communication skills and behavior toward all patients, family members and staff members.
8. Constantly display satisfactory working knowledge of all radiographic equipment and use equipment in appropriate and safe manner.
9. Be proficient with all department equipment and systems, Computerized Radiography, Information Services, and PACS and document all relevant information appropriately into systems as required.
10. Demonstrate clinical competence, initiative and professionalism at all times.
11. Adhere to all department and hospital policies, including, but not limited to: time and attendance, dress codes, Kronos, documentation of credentials and the use of image markers.
12. Transport patients and assist other modalities with transportation of patients when necessary.
13. Perform other duties requested by supervisors as needed, with in scope of practice.

Qualifications

Required:

• Graduate of an accredited two year school of Radiologic Technology
• Current CA state license (CRT) required upon hire (must maintain current at all times)
• Current ARRT Registration or equivalent (ARMED SERVICES TRAINING) upon hire (must maintain current at all times)
• Fluoroscopy licensure upon hire or obtain within 120 days of hire (must maintain current at all times)
• Current American Heart Association BLS Certification required (maintain current at all times).
• Three years experience in a Radiologic setting.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills required to interact with patients, physicians, visitors, and other staff members.

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Organization Description

Desert Care Network serves the healthcare needs of the Coachella Valley and Morongo Basin regions in Southern California with three hospitals Desert Regional Medical Center in Palm Springs, JFK Memorial Hospital in Indio and Hi-Desert Medical Center in Joshua Tree. The hospital network provides advanced care with services such as comprehensive stroke care, a cancer center, a Level 1 Trauma Center and the only Level 3 Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) in the Coachella Valley. Desert Care Network is committed to healthcare equality. Join our team!

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