Radiology Tech II

Salinas Valley Health Medical Center; Salinas (CA); On-site; USD 77,000 - 97,000; Full time

Job summary

Salinas Valley Health Medical Center in Salinas, CA is seeking a Radiologic Technologist to perform X-ray and CT/Angiography procedures under Radiologist supervision. You will transport patients, prepare them for exams, start IVs and administer contrast, document in RIS/HIS, and assist in emergencies while maintaining safety and quality standards.

Requires a two-year AMA-approved Radiologic Technology program, CRT license with Fluoroscopy, ARRT certifications, BLS, and minimum one year of

Qualifications

• Completion of AMA‑approved two‑year Radiologic Technology program.
• CRT license (California Radiologic Technologist) and Fluoroscopy license; ARRT certificates (Radiology and CT) are required.
• Current BLS/Healthcare Provider status as per American Heart Association standards.
• Valid Driver's License required.

Responsibilities

• Perform X-ray and CT/Angiography procedures under Radiologist supervision.
• Transport patients by stretcher or wheelchair and provide care during transport.
• Prepare patients for exams, obtain consent and explain procedures.
• Start IV lines and administer contrast per protocol.
• Document in RIS/HIS and report changes to Radiologist or RN for follow-up.
• Assist with emergencies under physician direction.
• Maintain equipment and attend department meetings and CEU/CPR updates.

Skills

Interpersonal communication

Radiology equipment handling

Radiation safety

Injections assistance

Fine motor skills

CPR knowledge

Education

AMA‑approved two‑year Radiologic Technology program

CRT license (California Radiologic Technologist)

Fluoroscopy license

ARRT certifications (Radiology & CT)

BLS/Healthcare Provider status

Tools

RIS

HIS

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

Primary Job Duties:

• Performs at least two separate modalities in Diagnostic Imaging such as: X-ray and either Angiography or Computed Tomography of the following areas: neuro, abdominal, chest and extremities. Assists physicians in performing other fluoroscopic procedures as needed.
• Transports patients by stretcher, bed, wheelchair, or walking. Provides care for patients during transportation and within the department, if necessary.
• Assists patients by lifting and moving them off and on the x-ray table. Provides bedpans and urinals as needed. Assures that patients are properly dressed for procedures.
• Prepares patient for their exam by consenting, explaining exam and answering patient questions.
• Starts intravenous lines and administers contrast and other preparations as to complete exam in a timely fashion.
• Cares for patient during procedures by assisting them to rest rooms, providing blankets, etc.
• Monitors patient condition pre and post-procedure and reports changes in the patient's condition to Radiologist or RN for follow-up.
• Assists with emergency medical treatment under physician direction.
• Pulls contrast from medication dispenser per protocol and documents contrast in hospital information system (HIS) per protocol.
• Loads the power injector for contrast studies.
• Technologist may give contrast medias and may flush lines with normal saline contrast/normal saline.
• Under direct supervision of the Radiologist, the technologist may pull Xylocaine for procedure.
• Under direct supervision of the Radiologist, the technologist may use heparinized saline to flush catheters.
• Performs data entry in computer systems necessary for work flow and patient care, such as: Radiology information system (RIS) and hospital information system (HIS).
• Performs related duties such as reporting equipment malfunctions, assisting others, and special assignments. Cleans work area and replenishes supplies.
• Attends regularly scheduled department meetings and in-services to maintain working knowledge of changes in machines, and protocols. Maintains CEU's and CPR for license.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Job Requirements:

• Education: Completion of a two-year Radiologic Technology training program approved by the American Medical Association (AMA) required .
• Licensure: CRT (California Radiologic Technologist) and Fluoroscopy license, ARRT (American College of Radiologic Technologist) certificates (R )- Radiology and for CT Techs (CT ) Computed Tomography are required. Current BLS/Healthcare Provider status as per American Heart Association standards required. Valid Driver's License required.
• Experience: One year of experience as a licensed Radiologic technologist required. One year of experience in either CT or Angiography/Special Procedures preferred.
• Essential Technical/Motor Skills: Knowledge of radiographic equipment and radiation safety (patient and operator). The ability to assist with patient injections and changing dressings requires the use of fine motor skills and precise hand/eye coordination.
• Interpersonal Skills: Excellent interpersonal skills in dealing with patients, public and co-workers. Work requires ability to communicate effectively about complex matters with others who have varying levels of comprehension and knowledge (written and oral).

The hourly rate for this position is $55.77 - $70.66. The range displayed on this job posting reflects the target for new hire salaries for this position.

Updated 9.18.25

Job Specifications:

• Union: NUHW
• Work Shift: Day Shift
• FTE: 1.0
• Scheduled Hours: 40

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