Radiologic Technologist I

Dignity Health; Santa Cruz (CA); On-site; USD 83,000 - 96,000; Full time

Job summary

Dignity Health - Dominican Hospital in Santa Cruz, CA is seeking a Radiologic Technologist to produce diagnostic images and support radiologists in patient care. You will perform X‑ray, fluoroscopy, CT, and MRI procedures, ensure correct marking and quality control, and actively engage with patients to enhance their care experience.

Required ARRT registration, CA radiographer licenses, and CPR. The role emphasizes accurate imaging, workflow knowledge, and safe patient transport within a hospital

Qualifications

• ARRT approved training program completion
• CA radiography license required
• Fluoroscopy Radiology Tech CA license preferred
• Registered Technologist Radiography ARRT
• Basic Life Support CPR required

Responsibilities

• Perform routine diagnostic and fluoroscopic procedures
• Operate imaging modalities (X-ray, ultrasound, fluoroscopy, CT, MRI)
• Label radiographs with lead markers and patient position
• Ensure proper patient transport and safety
• Review techniques and procedures for quality control
• Assign patient charges accurately

Skills

ARRT certification

CA Radiography License

CPR

Patient positioning

Medical imaging workflow

Education

Associate of Science in Radiologic Sciences

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.

• Utilizes proper equipment (gurney, wheelchair, Hoyer-Lift, etc.) to safely transport patient.

• Performs all routine diagnostic and fluoroscopic procedures.

• Assigns all patient charges appropriately.

• Records/reviews all techniques/procedures as required.

• Clearly marks all radiographs with legally approved lead markers.

• Marks all CR/DR images with patient position, etc.

• Ensures all CR/DR images are quality controlled and with correct "S" range.

Job Requirements

Required

• Completion of radiologic technology training in an American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) approved school

• Medical Radiographer: CA

• Fluoroscopy Radiology Tech: CA

• Registered Technologist Radiography ARRT

• Basic Life Support - CPR

Preferred

• Associates Of Science Radiologic Sciences

• 1-2 years experience as a radiologic technologist

Where You'll Work

Founded in 1941, Dignity Health - Dominican Hospital is a 188-bed, acute care, nonprofit hospital located in Santa Cruz, California. Serving over 80,000 patients annually, the hospital offers a full complement of services including heart care, orthopedics, and a Family Birthing Center. Additionally, Dominican Hospital 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 has been awarded the AMA/ASA’s Get the Guidelines - Stroke Gold Plus Quality Achievement, recognizing the hospital’s commitment to providing the best stroke care.

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Pay Range

$60.31 - $69.92 /hour

We are an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.