Radiologic Technologist, Day Shift, Full Time

Adventist Health; Fortuna (CA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Adventist Health Mendocino County seeks a Radiologic Technologist for the day shift. The role requires operating x-ray equipment and producing high-quality radiographs under physician orders.

Candidates must hold ARRT-R radiography certification, a CA RT license, and BLS, with fluoroscopy licensure preferred. This full-time position in Fort Bragg emphasizes safety and patient care in a coastal community.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree in radiologic technology preferred.
• ARRT-R radiography certification required.
• CA RT license required; fluoroscopy license preferred in CA.
• BLS certification required.

Responsibilities

• Operates x-ray equipment to produce radiographs as ordered by physicians.
• Explains procedures to patients; prepares equipment and rooms for exams.
• Produces diagnostic images and documents exam information.
• Verifies exams on PACS and communicates findings to physicians.

Skills

ARRT-R Radiography

CA RT license

BLS

Fluoroscopy license

Patient care

Education

Associate's Degree in Radiologic Technology

Job description

Radiologic Technologist, Day Shift, Full Time

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Full Time

JOB DESCRIPTION

Located where miles of breathtaking ocean views meet dense coastal forests, Adventist Health Mendocino County has a rich history serving community members on the coast since 1971. We are comprised of a 25-bed critical access hospital and offer a range of services in Fort Bragg. The Mendocino Coast offers a small-town atmosphere and is known for its natural beauty, from the smallest to the tallest redwoods in the world, to glass bottom beaches and the only oceanfront botanical gardens in the United States. With whale watching, fishing, hiking trails and many more outdoor adventures readily available, this coastal region is a place to immerse yourself in its landscape and history.

Job Summary

Operates x-ray equipment to produce radiographs of designated portions of body as ordered by physicians. Positions and instructs patients prior to examination, adjusts the x-ray equipment and determines proper voltage as well as current and desired exposure time for each radiograph. This position is represented by UFCW.

Job Requirements

Education and Work Experience

• Associate's Degree in radiologic technology: Preferred

Licenses/Certifications

• American Registry of Radiologic Technologists â€" Radiography (ARRT-R): Required
• Radiologic Tech (RT) in the state of practice: Required in CA and HI
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from approved vendor per AH policy: Required
• Fluoroscopy license in state of employment: Required in CA within 6 months of hire

Facility Specific License/Certifications

• Fluoroscopy (FLUORO): Required

Essential Functions

• Performs screening procedures for diagnostic interpretation. Explains procedures to patients and answers questions. Prepares equipment for use as needed. Prepares examination rooms for patient exams. Positions patients for imaging exams. Monitors patients and ensures safety during exams.
• Produces diagnostic images. Documents exam information. Reports important information to the physician.
• Verifies exams on PACS.
• Performs other job-related duties as assigned.

Organizational Requirements

Adventist Health is committed to the safety and wellbeing of our associates and patients. Therefore, we require that all associates receive all required vaccinations as a condition of employment and annually thereafter, where applicable. Medical and religious exemptions may apply. Adventist Health participates in E-Verify. Visit https://adventisthealth.org/careers/everify/ for more information about E-Verify. By choosing to apply, you acknowledge that you have accessed and read the E-Verify Participation and Right to Work notices and understand the contents therein.

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ABOUT US

Adventist Health is a faith-based, nonprofit, integrated health system serving more than 100 communities on the West Coast and Hawaii with over 440 sites of care, including 27 acute care facilities. Founded on Adventist heritage and values, Adventist Health provides care in hospitals, clinics, home care, and hospice agencies in both rural and urban communities. Our compassionate and talented team of more than 38,000 includes employees, physicians, Medical Staff, and volunteers driven in pursuit of one mission: living God's love by inspiring health, wholeness and hope. Location/Region: Fortuna, CA