RADIOLOGIC TECHNOLOGIST (FT - VARIABLE)

American Advanced Management, Inc; Stockton (CA); On-site; USD 68,000 - 82,000; Full time

Job summary

Dameron Hospital in Stockton, CA is seeking a full-time Radiologic Technologist to administer X-ray procedures under the supervision of a Radiologist. The technologist operates X-ray equipment, processes images in CR and PACS, prepares examination rooms and patients, and ensures safety.

The position requires completion of the Radiologic Health Sciences of California program, a California CRT license with fluoroscopy permit, and BLS certification; ARRT license is preferred.

Qualifications

• Completion of Radiologic Health Sciences of California program.
• California CRT license and Fluoroscopy Permit required.
• BLS certification through AHA required.
• ARRT license preferred.
• Experience in radiology settings is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepares room, equipment, materials as needed for patients.
• Cleans and disinfect X-Ray equipment.
• Prepares barium and other contrast medium for x-rays.
• Prepares patients for x-ray exam; explains procedures, transfers patients to table, positions the patient and assists patient at end of procedures.
• Assists the Radiologist with invasive and non-invasive procedures.
• Follows prescribed techniques in administering x-ray radiation to patients.
• Adheres to age specific policy for quality of x-ray radiation to patients.
• Processes images in Computerized Radiology (CR) and Picture Archiving Communication System (PACS).
• Observes patient and machine during procedure and reports unusual occurrences to Radiologist and nurse.
• Maintains stock supplies and performs general office duties. Takes mobile unit to patient’s room, ER or the OR.
• Transports patients to and from clinical, ancillary and support department areas as directed ensuring patient safety and comfort.
• Takes call when requested.

Skills

X-ray imaging

Patient care

Safety procedures

Education

Radiologic Health Sciences of California program

California State CRT license

State Fluoroscopy Permit

BLS Certification through AHA

ARRT license preferred

Tools

CR

PACS

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: Dameron Hospital - Stockton, CA, Position Type: Full Time, Salary Range: $49.05 - $59.74Hourly, Job Shift: Any

POSITION SUMMARY

Responsibilities include but are not limited to: under the supervision of the Radiologist, the technologist is responsible for administering x-rays to patients. Operates X-ray equipment, processes images in computerized radiology(CR) and Picture Archiving Communication Systems (PACS), prepares examination room and patient for procedure. Stocks supplies and materials for the department. Must be able to perform jobs in all patient care and operational areas subject to reasonable accommodations, also be able to employ all mandatory safety devices and procedures. Also, must participate in the Respiratory Protection Program, which may include the wearing of a respirator. This is a union position. See Essential Job Functions.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

1. Prepares room, equipment, materials as needed for patients.
2. Cleans and disinfect X-Ray equipment.
3. Prepares barium and other contrast medium for x-rays.
4. Prepares patients for x-ray exam; explains procedures, transfers patients to table, positions the patient and assists patient at end of procedures.
5. Assists the Radiologist with invasive and non-invasive procedures.
6. Follows prescribed techniques in administering x-ray radiation to patients.
7. Adheres to age specific policy for quality of x-ray radiation to patients.
8. Processes images in Computerized Radiology (CR) and Picture Archiving Communication System (PACS).
9. Observes patient and machine during procedure and reports unusual occurrences to Radiologist and nurse.
10. Maintains stock supplies and performs general office duties. Takes mobile unit to patient’s room, ER or the OR.
11. Transports patients to and from clinical, ancillary and support department areas as directed ensuring patient safety and comfort.
12. Takes call when requested.

Qualifications

Education:

Completion of Radiologic Health Sciences of California program

Experience:

Preferred but not required.

Licenses/Certificates:

• California State CRT license and State Fluoroscopy Permit
• Current BLS Certification through AHA required
• ARRT license preferred