Radiology Tech I

01 Salinas Valley Health Medical Center; Salinas (CA); On-site; USD 73,853 - 88,882; Full time

Job summary

01 Salinas Valley Health Medical Center is seeking a Radiologic Technologist to perform diagnostic imaging procedures in the Diagnostic Imaging department. The role requires performing radiographic and fluoroscopic procedures while ensuring patient care and safety.

The ideal candidate will have completed a two-year Radiologic Technology program and hold relevant certifications. The position involves night shifts and offers an hourly salary between $53.61 and $64.52.

Qualifications

• Completion of a two-year Radiologic Technology training program approved by the AMA.
• ARRT, CRT certificate and Fluoroscopy license required.
• At least one year of experience as a licensed technologist preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform radiographic, fluoroscopic, and portable procedures as requested by a physician.
• Assist with patient care during procedures.
• Report changes in patient conditions.

Skills

Radiographic procedures

Patient care

Fluoroscopy

Emergency medical treatment

Education

Two-year Radiologic Technology training

Tools

Radiology equipment

Job description

It's fun to work in a company where people truly BELIEVE in what they're doing! We're committed to bringing passion and customer focus to the business.

Department: Diagnostic Imaging

Responsibilities

• Under minimal supervision, perform radiographic, fluoroscopic and portable procedures as requested by a physician to assist in the diagnosis and treatment of patients.
• Perform any combination of duties depending on area of assignment, demonstrating knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of patients served on the unit.
• Primary duties include performing diagnostic radiographic and fluoroscopic procedures such as chest, extremities, spines, catheter placements, etc.
• Care for patients during procedures by assisting them to rest rooms, giving them blankets, etc., and prepare patients for their exams.
• Report changes in the patient's condition to others for follow-up, and transport patients by stretcher, bed, wheelchair, or walking.
• Provide care for patients during transportation and in the department, if necessary, and assist patients by lifting and moving them off and on the x-ray tables.
• Provide bedpans and urinals as needed and ensure that patients are properly dressed for procedures.
• Perform related duties such as reporting equipment malfunctions, assisting others, and special assignments.
• Clean work area and replenish supplies.
• Assist with emergency medical treatment under physician direction and with the scheduling of patient exams.
• Attend regularly scheduled department meetings and in‑services.
• Give contrast media and flush lines with normal saline contrast or normal saline, under direct supervision of the radiologist, pull Lidocaine/buffered Lidocaine for procedure.

Requirements

• Education: Completion of a two‑year Radiologic Technology training program approved by the AMA.
• Licensure: ARRT, CRT certificate and Fluoroscopy license required; current BLS/Healthcare Provider status per American Heart Association standards; valid Driver’s License.
• Experience: At least one (1) year of experience as a licensed technologist preferred.

Job Specifications

• Union: NUHW
• Work Shift: Night Shift
• FTE: 0.8
• Scheduled Hours: 30

Salary Range

Hourly rate: $53.61 - $64.52. The range reflects the target for new hire salaries for this position.