RAD TECH II - IP

Dignity Health; Santa Maria (CA); On-site; USD 71,263 - 84,088; Full time

Job summary

Dignity Health is hiring a Radiologic Technologist at Marian Regional Medical Center in Santa Maria, CA. This role is essential for producing diagnostic images critical for patient diagnoses. The ideal candidate will perform imaging examinations, including X-rays and MRIs, and assist in patient interactions to ensure a positive experience.

Candidates should possess a strong background in diagnostic radiology and hold required certifications such as ARRT. You will also be responsible for maintaining safety standards and participating in departmental support activities.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 4-6 years of experience in diagnostic radiology.
• Must be competent in one additional modality upon hire.
• Registered Radiologic Technologist and California certification required.

Responsibilities

• Perform imaging examinations, including X-rays and MRIs.
• Administer and monitor radiopaque material as necessary.
• Support departmental activities and participate in meetings.

Skills

Proficiency in diagnostic radiology

Competence in additional modalities (CT, MRI, etc.)

Patient positioning

Filming and processing skills

Education

Registered Technologist Radiography ARRT

Basic Life Support - CPR certification

Medical Radiographer certification in CA

Job description

Job Summary And Responsibilities

As our Radiologic Technologist (Rad Tech), you will be pivotal in producing diagnostic images that enable Radiologists to accurately diagnose and manage patient conditions.

Each day, you will perform a variety of imaging examinations, including X-rays, ultrasound, diagnostic fluoroscopy, CT/CAT scans, and MRIs, while actively contributing to a positive patient experience through direct interaction.

To excel, you must deeply understand diagnostic imaging's critical importance, encompassing expertise in workflow, patient positioning, and capturing precise results essential for timely and accurate diagnoses.

Responsibilities

Clinical Competency

• Demonstrates proficiency and competence in all aspects of diagnostic radiology, fluoroscopy, surgery exams, and other applicable modality.
• Demonstrates competence in filming, processing, quality control. Able to teach students and new technologists.
• Demonstrates appropriate administering and monitoring of radiopaque material per Marian Medical Center guidelines.
• Identifies and initiates accurate assessment of life‑threatening conditions.
• Assists in Imaging Services as needed, demonstrating competence in all areas or modalities assigned.
• Demonstrates technical knowledge of all imaging equipment in diagnostic radiology, surgery, and other assigned modalities.
• Places orders in HIS system, making all additions, corrections and cancellations as necessary.

Patient Care

• Interviews patients for pertinent medical history and obtains consents on patients prior to performing studies as required.
• Transfers and positions patients. Teaches and assists students and new technologists.

Department Support

• Participates in departmental meetings, in‑services and committees.
• Responds to changes in work schedule as necessary. Performs other duties as necessary.
• Performs role of floor Supervisor when requested. Demonstrates ability to run work area, order supplies and assign staff duties.
• Performs as an instructor of technologists, students, and ancillary personnel on routine or special procedures as needed.
• Troubleshoots equipment and cooperates with service personnel to maintain minimal downtime. Responsible for initiating service on all equipment assigned to the area. Acts as a reference for other staff members.

Safety

• Practices radiation safety in accordance with Marian Medical Center policies and procedures.
• Uses sterile technique and prevents cross‑contamination.

Compliance with Policy and Procedures

• Complies with safety, infection control, CHW Integrity Program, and other organizational policies.
• Complies with the organization's dress code. Arrives at work on time as defined by the Timeliness and Attendance Policy.
• Attends work consistently as defined by the Timeliness and Attendance Policy.

Other Staff Responsibilities

• Actively supports the organization’s mission, philosophy and strategic plan.
• Demonstrates good time management and priority setting.

Job Requirements

• Diagnostic technologist with work experience in diagnostic radiology and competence in one additional modalities (CT, MRI, Angio, Cardiac Cath, Ultrasound, or Mammography), upon hire or
• 4-6 years Or: Diagnostic technologist with 5 years of work experience in diagnostic radiology., upon hire
• Registered Technologist Radiography ARRT, upon hire and
• Medical Radiographer: CA, upon hire and
• Basic Life Support - CPR, upon hire

Where You'll Work

Founded in 1940, Dignity Health - Marian Regional Medical Center is a 191‑bed, acute care, nonprofit hospital located in Santa Maria, California. Serving over 250,000 patients annually, the hospital offers a full complement of services including Level II Trauma Center, Level III NICU, cancer care, orthopedics, and stroke care. Additionally, Marian Regional 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 the only healthcare facility on the Central Coast to offer ECMO.

One Community. One Mission. One California

Pay Range

$51.73 - $61.04 /hour