Radiologic Technologist, Full Time, Day Shift

Adventist Health; Clearlake (CA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hiring incentive up to $20,000

Relocation assistance up to $5,000

Job summary

Adventist Health is seeking a Radiology Technologist in Clearlake, California, to perform radiographic examinations and ensure patient care quality. Candidates must have ARRT certification, a CRT license, and experience in the field.

The role provides a hiring incentive of up to $20,000 and requires strong communication skills, ability to work independently, and hands-on experience with radiology equipment. Join our mission of serving over 100 communities across the West Coast.

Qualifications

• One to five years experience as a staff technologist preferred.
• Ability to organize and maintain good follow-up.
• Able to work independently with minimal supervision.

Responsibilities

• Assists physician in administering opaque media.
• Maintains quality control for designated area.
• Operates imaging equipment to produce radiographs.

Skills

Good verbal and written communication skills

Ability to work independently

Ability to maintain a positive professional manner

Education

ARRT (R) certification

BLS certification following American Heart Association guidelines

CRT license

Fluoro permit required within 6 months of employment

Tools

Radiology equipment

PACS

Job description

Job Description

Up to $20,000 hiring incentive and $5,000 relocation available for eligible rehires and external hires who meet the required qualifications and conditions for payment.

Organization Requirements

• Adventist Health requires all associates to 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. 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.

Job Summary

• Exempt: No
• Works closely with Director of Imaging and Radiologist to supervise and perform radiographic examinations. Contributes to the efficient operation of the department and ensures quality and continuity of patient care. This position is represented by RCHEA.

Line of Responsibility and Authority

• Line of Authority: Radiology Technologist - Medical Imaging Services Director

Licenses and Certifications

• ARRT (R) required.
• BLS Certification following American Heart Association guidelines required (no other cards accepted).
• CRT license required.
• Fluoro permit required within 6 months of employment start date.

Education and Qualifications

• One to five years of experience as a staff technologist preferred.
• Able to maintain a positive professional manner in dealing with many individuals and situations often involving stressful or difficult circumstances.
• Able to organize and maintain good follow-up.
• Able to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Good verbal and written communication skills.

Physical Requirements & Work Environment

• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the key responsibilities.
• Employee must conform with all HIPAA and other confidentiality regulations.
• Equipment used: cell phone, usual radiology equipment.
• This job requires frequent bending, squatting, kneeling, climbing, reaching above shoulders, sitting, walking inclines and declines, standing, talking, hearing, and performing repetitive hand motions.
• Employee must demonstrate a pull lift of 50 pounds from the floor.
• Potential exposure to blood & body fluids: Category 3.

Job Responsibilities

• Assists physician in administering opaque media.
• Assists with performing all department functions; clerical through technical, as needed.
• Attends staff meetings and in-service programs. Takes responsibility for ongoing continuing education.
• Instructs and trains ancillary personnel as necessary and assists with cross training of other x‑ray personnel.
• Maintains and meets expectations on time for all competencies, license, certifications and education requirements as outlined by local administration, Adventist Health (AH), The Joint Commission (TJC), Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS), and all other regulatory agencies.
• Maintains and troubleshoots lazar printing equipment and PACS.
• Maintains patient flow and coordination of other imaging procedures. Maintains records. Shows working knowledge of patient orders, status changes, patient charges and profiles.
• Maintains quality control for designated area and participates in hospital‑wide quality assurance program.
• Operates imaging equipment to produce radiographs of designated areas of the body. Selects proper technical factors on an individual basis. Produces images under difficult or special conditions. Provides safe, age appropriate care.
• Participates in on‑call assignments and work schedule changes when necessary or per the needs of the department. Performs in a multi‑modality department with technical competence.
• Transports and positions patients. Provides radiation protection for self and patient.
• Willingly performs other duties and innovations as assigned.

About Adventist Health

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.