Radiologic Tech II

CommonSpirit Health; Redding (CA); On-site; USD 94,000 - 109,000; Full time

Job summary

Mercy Medical Center Redding seeks a Radiologic Technologist to produce diagnostic images across X-ray, ultrasound, fluoroscopy, CT, and MRI, while ensuring patient comfort and accurate results.

The role requires ARRT registration, California radiographer license, JCERT-accredited education, and AHA BLS. Cross-disciplinary imaging modalities and safety practices are emphasized for quality patient care.

Qualifications

• Graduate of a JCERT-accredited school of radiologic technology.
• CA licensure upon hire as Medical Radiographer.
• CPR/BLS required through the American Heart Association.

Responsibilities

• Performs radiographic procedures with proper anatomy and positioning.
• Reviews physician orders and clinical information for appropriate exams.
• Explains examinations to patients to ensure cooperation and reduce anxiety.
• Maintains clean, stocked, and operational exam areas.
• Checks image quality and ensures data integrity.
• Follows radiation safety guidelines to maintain a safe patient environment.

Skills

X-ray

Ultrasound

CT/CT scans

MRI

Patient interaction

Education

JCERT-accredited radiologic technology program

CA Radiographer license

ARRT Registered Radiography

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.

• Performs all radiographic procedures with a sound understanding of anatomy, physiology, positioning to produce optimal results
• Reviews physician orders and relevant clinical information to assure the appropriate exam is being obtained for the patient
• Reviews and explains the examination with the patient to assure optimal cooperation and relieve patient anxiety
• Maintains work areas in clean and orderly condition and ensures that examination areas are properly supplied, equipped and operational before each examination
• Checks the quality of images/scans in general and is responsible for the data and quality control of work performed
• Understands safety goals, radiation safety guidelines and appropriate policies and procedures to assure a safe environment for the patient
  

Job Requirements

• Other Graduate of a JCERT accredited school of radiologic technology and, upon hire and
• Medical Radiographer: CA, upon hire and
• Basic Life Support - CPR, upon hire and (Must be through the American Heart Association)
• Registered Technologist Radiography ARRT, upon hire and
• Performs at least two radiologic modalities, including the primary modality of the specified department, upon hire
• In the absence of qualified applicants, candidates that do not have competency within the primary clinical modality specified may be considered for cross- training into a vacant position, at the discretion of departmental leadership

Preferred

• Two years acute care experience, upon hire
• Fluoroscopy Radiology Tech: CA, upon hire

Mercy Medical Center Redding offers comprehensive health care to nearly 300,000 residents in a six-county region. It is one of only two Level II trauma centers, the only Level III Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) and the only Joint Commission-certified Advanced Thrombectomy-Capable Stroke Center north of Sacramento north of Sacramento. Mercy Medical Center Redding is a 266-bed regional medical center providing inpatient and outpatient services as well as specialized cardiovascular care, stroke care, orthopedics, neurological surgery, comprehensive cancer care, maternity care, and a robust robotic surgery program. In addition, the hospital’s network of care includes Mercy Home Health and Hospice and Dignity Health Connected Living.

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Pay Range

$68.35 - $79.24 /hour