Radiology Tech II - CT

Salinas Valley Health; Salinas (CA); On-site; USD 119,000 - 144,000; Full time

Job summary

Salinas Valley Health in California seeks a Radiologic Technologist for the Diagnostic Imaging department. You will perform specialized imaging procedures under radiologist supervision, ensuring patient safety and comfort.

Responsibilities include patient prep, contrast administration, equipment operation, data entry in RIS/HIS, and assisting with procedures. Night shift, 0.8 FTE; licensure and one year experience required.

Qualifications

• Completion of a two-year Radiologic Technology training program approved by AMA.
• One year of experience as a licensed Radiologic technologist.
• Current BLS/Healthcare Provider status as per American Heart Association standards.

Responsibilities

• Performs diagnostic imaging procedures in multiple modalities.
• Transports and assists patients before, during, and after examinations.
• Prepares patients and administers contrast as required.
• Maintains patient safety and quality control in procedures.

Skills

Patient care

Equipment operation

RIS/HIS data entry

Education

Two-year Radiologic Technology program

Tools

RIS

HIS

X-ray 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

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 Radiologistor 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.

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: 0.8

Scheduled Hours: 30

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