Radiologic Technologist (SEIU), Full time, Variable Shift

Adventist Health; Santa Margarita (CA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Adventist Health Twin Cities in Templeton, CA, is seeking a Radiologic Technologist to operate x-ray equipment, position patients, and adjust exposure settings under physician orders. The role involves ensuring safety and quality of diagnostic images and documenting exam information in PACS.

The ideal candidate holds an Associate's Degree in radiologic technology, ARRT-R, a state RT license, BLS, and fluoroscopy credentials.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree in radiologic technology or equivalent required.
• ARRT-R radiography certification required.
• Radiologic Tech license in state of practice required.
• BLS certification required by AH policy.
• Fluoroscopy license in state of employment required.
• Fluoroscopy (FLUORO) certification required.

Responsibilities

• 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.

Education

Associate's Degree in radiologic technology or equivalent

ARRT-R Radiography

Radiologic Tech (RT) in state of practice

Basic Life Support (BLS) certification

Fluoroscopy license in state of employment

Fluoroscopy (FLUORO)

Job description

JOB DESCRIPTION

Located in Templeton amongst the oak trees, Adventist Health Twin Cities has been serving northern San Luis Obispo County since 1977. Comprised of a 122-bed acute care facility, our team provides exceptional care in emergency medicine, orthopedics, obstetrics, digestive disorders, wound care, and various medical, surgical and outpatient services. Locals enjoy weekly farmers markets in downtown Templeton, farm-to-fork dining, beautiful landscapes for hiking and biking, and beach days just fifteen minutes away at Cambria and Morro Bay.

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 SEIU.

Job Requirements

Education and Work Experience

• Associate's Degree in radiologic technology or equivalent: Required

Licenses/Certifications

• American Registry of Radiologic Technologists — Radiography (ARRT-R): Required
• Radiologic Tech (RT) in the state of practice: Required
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from approved vendor per AH policy: Required
• Fluoroscopy license in state of employment: Required
• Fluoroscopy (FLUORO): Required

Facility Specific License/Certifications

• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from approved vendor per AH policy: 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.

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