Rad Tech

Dignity Health; Stockton (CA); On-site; USD 77,421 - 89,764; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

$5,000 Sign-On Bonus

Referral Bonus

Job summary

A prominent healthcare organization in Stockton, California, is seeking a Radiologic Technologist to perform various imaging examinations, including X-rays and MRIs, specifically for pediatric patients. The ideal candidate will have at least 5 years of experience, a CA Rad Tech license, and a commitment to providing a compassionate experience for young patients. Competitive hourly pay ranges from $56.20 to $65.16, along with a sign-on bonus for new hires.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years prior experience as a Rad Tech.
• CA Rad Tech license required.
• Experience with pediatric imaging.

Responsibilities

• Perform imaging examinations on pediatric patients.
• Ensure patient rights and privacy.
• Report suspected cases of abuse/neglect.

Skills

Patient interaction

Child-friendly imaging procedures

Critical thinking

Education

Graduate of a Radiology Program

Associates degree

Tools

Fluoroscopy

Basic Life Support - CPR

Job description

Job Summary and Responsibilities

$5,000 Sign-On Bonus offered for new hires. Per policy, current employees are not eligible for the Sign-On Bonus. However, we are offering a Referral Bonus for this role. As our Radiologic Technologist (Rad Tech), you will be pivotal in producing diagnostic images specifically tailored for pediatric patients, enabling accurate diagnoses and effective management of their conditions.

Each day, you will perform a variety of imaging examinations on children, including X-rays, ultrasound, diagnostic fluoroscopy, CT/CAT scans, and MRIs, while actively creating a comforting and positive experience for young patients and their families through direct interaction.

To excel, you must deeply understand the critical importance of diagnostic imaging in a pediatric context, encompassing expertise in child-friendly workflow, age-appropriate patient positioning, and capturing precise results essential for timely and accurate diagnoses in children.

• Assures that the rights of the patient/family are respected and maintained.
• Allows for privacy and modesty in the provision of care.
• Identifies self by name and title to patient/family.
• Determines presence/type of Advanced Directive.
• Reports suspected cases of abuse/neglect, if identified.
• Understands role of, and how to access, the Bioethics Committee.

Required

• Graduate of a Radiology Program
• Minimum 5 years prior experience as a Rad Tech
• CA Rad Tech license
• Basic Life Support - CPR
• Fluoroscopy

Preferred

• High School/Graduate General Studies
• Associates degree
• Registered Technologist Radiography ARRT
• Expanded IV Therapy Course

Where You\'ll Work

Founded in 1899, Dignity Health - St. Joseph’s Medical Center is a 355-bed, acute care, nonprofit hospital located in Stockton, California. Serving over 125,000 patients annually, the hospital offers a full complement of services including a Level III NICU, cancer care, heart care, and a family birth center. Additionally, St. Joseph’s Medical Center has been recognized as an LGBTQ+ Healthcare Equality High Performer by the Human Rights Campaign Foundation. It is a Joint Commission-certified Primary Stroke Center and was named one of America’s 250 Best Hospitals by Healthgrades in 2026.

One Community. One Mission. One California

Pay Range

$56.20 - $65.16 /hour