Radiology Tech II

salinasvalleyhealth; Salinas (CA); On-site; USD 79,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Salinas Valley Health in Salinas, CA is seeking a Radiologic Technologist for the Diagnostic Imaging department. The role requires performing X-ray and either Angiography or CT, under the supervision of a Radiologist, with focus on patient safety and comfort.

Responsibilities include patient prep, IV access, contrast administration, and post-procedure monitoring. Night shift, 0.9 FTE, 35 scheduled hours per week with ongoing competency in RIS/HIS and CPR.

Qualifications

• Excellent interpersonal skills for dealing with patients, public and co-workers.
• Fine motor skills and precise hand/eye coordination for handling radiographic procedures.

Responsibilities

• Performs X-ray and either Angiography or CT in Diagnostic Imaging.
• Transports patients and provides care during and after procedures.
• Prepares patients for exams and explains procedures.
• Starts IVs and administers contrast as needed for timely exams.
• Monitors patient condition pre- and post-procedure and communicates changes.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Fine motor skills

Education

AMA-approved Radiologic Technology program

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

Under minimal supervision, performs specialized diagnostic and therapeutic procedures as requested by a physician to assist in the diagnosis and treatment of patients. Demonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served on his/her unit. Performs other duties as assigned. Performs any combination of the following duties depending on the area of assignment.

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 $57.44 - $69.12. The range displayed on this job posting reflects the target for new hire salaries for this position.

Job Specifications

• Union: NUHW
• Work Shift: Night Shift
• FTE: 0.9
• Scheduled Hours: 35

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