Rad Tech and Mammography - On Call

Kaiser Permanente; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare organization in San Francisco is seeking a Radiologic Technologist II to perform diagnostic imaging procedures. Responsibilities include operating radiologic equipment, ensuring optimal patient care, and performing routine maintenance on equipment. Candidates must have a High School Diploma or GED and relevant certifications. This full-time position offers an opportunity to work in a dynamic health care environment with a focus on patient care and diagnostic excellence.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or General Education Development (GED) required.
• Certified Radiologic Technologist – Venipuncture Certificate (California).
• Radiologic Technologist Certificate (California).
• Basic Life Support certification required.

Responsibilities

• Perform specialized and routine diagnostic radiology procedures.
• Explain procedures to patients to reduce anxieties.
• Adjust immobilization devices for optimum imaging.
• Perform routine maintenance on radiologic equipment.
• Orient new staff and train students.

Skills

Diagnostic imaging procedures

Patient care

Radiation protection

Equipment operation

Communication

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Radiologic equipment

Job description

Radiologic Technologist II - On Call

Under the direction of the Imaging Services Director and Chief of Diagnostic Imaging, performs radiographic diagnostic imaging procedures to assist physicians in the diagnosis of disease and injuries. Operates the radiographic equipment to produce radiographic recorded images of the body. Performs technological functions to ensure optimal diagnostic quality of patient care utilizing efficient and safe processes.

• Perform specialized and routine diagnostic radiology procedures.
• Exhibit a high degree of tact, courtesy, and poise, explain procedures to patients to reduce anxieties and obtain patient cooperation.
• Prepare and position patients for diagnostic imaging procedures.
• Adjust immobilization devices to obtain optimum views of specified areas of the body requested by the physician.
• Determine exposure factors based on height, weight, portion of the body involved, and degree of penetration required.
• Move imaging equipment into specified position.
• Adjust equipment controls to set exposure factors and produce images of proper detail, density, and accuracy.
• Operate mobile radiologic equipment in operating room, emergency room, or at patients’ bedside.
• Assist radiologists and other qualified physicians who have a valid CA DHS RHB Supervisor Operator Permit for Fluoroscopy in fluoroscopic and special x‑ray examinations.
• Prepare images for reading by radiologist or requesting physician.
• Process images and review for proper identification and quality control.
• Perform routine maintenance, diagnose malfunctions, and make minor repairs on radiologic equipment, arranging for repairs as needed.
• Practice radiation protection techniques to minimize radiation to patient and staff.
• Complete forms and maintain records, logs, and reports of work performed.
• Orient new staff and train students.
• Perform other related duties as necessary.
• Supervisory responsibilities: This job has no supervisory responsibilities.

Basic Qualifications

• High School Diploma or General Education Development (GED) required.

Education

• High School Diploma or General Education Development (GED) required.

License, Certification, Registration

• Certified Radiologic Technologist – Venipuncture Certificate (California)
• Radiologic Technologist Certificate (California)
• Certified Radiologic Technologist – Fluoroscopy Certificate (California)
• Basic Life Support

Additional Requirements

• California Mammography Certificate (when required for the position). Ability to perform all general diagnostic and routine fluoroscopic duties as determined by the employer.
• Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos. Ability to write simple correspondence.
• Ability to effectively present information in one‑on‑one and small group situations to customers, clients, and other employees of the organization.
• Must be willing to work in a Labor Management Partnership environment.
• Also refer to Position Specifications outlined in the appropriate collective bargaining agreement.
• Radiologic Technologist Career Ladder Agreement (1) Radiologic Technologists without Venipuncture Certification – Working in a modality where Venipuncture is NOT performed.
• (2) Radiologic Technologists working on or before October 05 at Kaiser Permanente without California Venipuncture Certification in a modality where it is NOT performed as part of their work assignment will not be required to obtain it.
• For promotions, transfers or training in a specialty that requires Venipuncture, the technologist must obtain CA Venipuncture certification on or before the date of application.
• The employer will provide the technologist with educational opportunities in order to pass the California permit test at the technologist’s request.

Preferred Qualifications

• None

Seniority Level

• Entry level

Employment Type

• Full‑time

Job Function

• Health Care Provider

Industries

• Hospitals and Health Care

Grade

• 797