Radiology Tech - Per Diem - Hillcrest - 141674

University of California - San Diego Medical Centers; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 117,000 - 143,000; Full time

Job summary

University of California - San Diego Medical Centers is seeking a Radiologic Technologist to perform radiographic and fluoroscopic exams across General Diagnostic Radiology, using fixed and portable equipment. You will prepare and position patients, follow radiologist protocols, and enter data into the computer system to ensure optimal image quality.

Depending on experience and certifications, this role may be filled at Rad Tech or Sr Rad Tech level, with emphasis on safety, accuracy and

Qualifications

• Recent graduate of a school of radiologic technology.
• California Radiology Technologist of Radiography (CRT-R).
• California Radiology Technologist of Fluoroscopy (CRT-F) within six months of hire.
• Registered Technologist for Radiography (ARRT R.T.).
• BART or BLS at time of hire with commitment to obtain BART within six months.
• Less than 18 months of recent experience in a similar role and setting or more than 18 months for Sr Rad Tech.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine to complex radiographic and fluoroscopic exams using fixed and portable equipment.
• Prepare and position patients to achieve high quality images following radiologist protocols.
• Enter complex data into the computer system and review images for technical quality.
• Ensure compliance with safety, policies, procedures and regulatory guidelines.
• Communicate effectively with patients, coworkers, physicians and health care staff.
• Assist other technologists as needed; may work various hours and locations.

Skills

Radiography

Fluoroscopy

Patient positioning

Image quality assessment

Radiation safety

Education

CRT-R

CRT-F

ARRT(R.T.)

Tools

Radiology equipment

Computer data entry

Job description

DESCRIPTION

Working under general supervision, incumbent performs routine to complex radiographic and fluoroscopic exams using fixed and portable imaging equipment throughout General Diagnostic Radiology, in accordance with established guidelines and protocols. Requires advanced knowledge of radiologic technology. Acts as a Diagnostic subject matter expert and assists other technologists as needed. Demonstrates and applies knowledge of principles of radiation safety.

Prepares and positions patient for procedure by using established protocols to achieve the highest quality image. Follows protocols specified by the Radiologist. Enters complex data into the computer system. Reviews, verifies and evaluates images and radiographs to ensure technical quality and image quality. Ensures compliance with related policies, procedures and regulatory guidelines. Demonstrates effective communication and conflict resolution techniques with patients, coworkers, physicians and all other health care members. Other duties as assigned.

Depending on experience, license and certifications of the selected candidate, this position will be hired at the Rad Tech or Sr Rad Tech level.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Recent graduate of a school of radiologic technology.

• California Radiology Technologist of Radiography (CRT-R).

• California Radiology Technologist of Fluoroscopy (CRT-F) within six (6) months of hire, Must possess to be considered for Sr. Rad tech.

• Registered Technologist for Radiography issued by ARRT (R.T(R)(ARRT)).

• BART or BLS at time of hire with commitment to get BART within six (6) months of hire date.

• Less than 18 months of recent experience in a similar role and setting or a new graduate of an approved radiologic technology program (Rad Tech) OR more than 18 months of experience (Sr. Rad Tech).

• Must possess the skills, knowledge and abilities essential to the successful performance of the duties assigned to the position.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Two (2) years of experience in a similar role and setting.

SPECIAL CONDITIONS

• Must be able to work various hours and locations based on business needs.
• Must be able to work flexible hours, which may include days, evenings, nights, weekends, holidays, on-call and some overtime, if necessary, for unexpected staffing issues.
• Employment is subject to a criminal background check and pre-employment physical.

Pay Transparency Act

Annual Full Pay Range: $130,166 - $130,166 (will be prorated if the appointment percentage is less than 100%)

Hourly Equivalent: $62.34 - $62.34

Factors in determining the appropriate compensation for a role include experience, skills, knowledge, abilities, education, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs. The Hiring Pay Scale referenced in the job posting is the budgeted salary or hourly range that the University reasonably expects to pay for this position. The Annual Full Pay Range may be broader than what the University anticipates to pay for this position, based on internal equity, budget, and collective bargaining agreements (when applicable).