Radiology Technologist

La Clínica de La Raza Inc.; Oakland (CA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A community-based health center in California is seeking a Radiologic Technologist to assist in diagnosing diseases through radiographic procedures. Responsibilities include performing exams as prescribed by physicians, verifying techniques, and instructing patients on requirements. Candidates should have an Associate's Degree, ARRT certification, and two years of experience. Bilingual in English and Spanish is preferred. The position involves standing for prolonged periods and handling light objects.

Qualifications

• Requires Associate’s Degree or equivalent from two-year college or technical school.
• Two years of recent experience as a Technologist under a radiologist's direction.
• National Certification (ARRT) and California License (CRT) required.

Responsibilities

• Perform radiologic exams as prescribed by physicians.
• Determine proper techniques for exposure.
• Position patients for appropriate views.

Skills

Knowledge of general medical office procedures

Ability to read and interpret documents

Ability to speak effectively before groups

Bilingual English/Spanish preferred

Education

Associate’s Degree from a college or technical school

National Certification (ARRT)

California License (CRT)

BLS (Basic Life Support) Certificate

Job description

Who we are

La Clinica de La Raza is a Non-profit, community-based health center established in 1971 to address health barriers and create better lives for the underserved. We have proudly grown into over 35 sites across Alameda, Contra Costa, and Solano County. To learn more about our history, click here: Our History - La Clinica or visit our website at www.laclinica.org.

Job Summary

Under general direction of the Medical Director the individual in this position performs radiographic procedures to assist in a diagnosis of diseases and injuries.

Major Areas of Responsibility

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Performs radiologic exams as prescribed by physicians.
• Determines proper techniques through the selection of voltage, current and exposure time. Verifies radiation intensities.
• Positions patients for the proper view of the affected area.
• Instructs patients as to the proper physiological requirements for the procedure.
• Maintains technique charts in rooms in compliance with state law.
• Monitors working area to protect personnel area.
• Other duties as assigned by supervisor.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Knowledge of general medical office procedures.
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
• Ability to write routine reports and correspondence.
• Ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or employees of organization.
• Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, commissions, proportions, percentages, area, circumference and volume. Ability to apply concepts of basic algebra and geometry.
• Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited Standardization exists.
• Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.
• Bilingual English/Spanish preferred, but not required.

Education and Experience

• Requires Associate’s Degree (A.A.) or equivalent from two-year college or technical school.
• Two years of recent full-time experience as a Technologist under the direction of a radiologist.
• National Certification (ARRT) and California License (CRT)
• Must hold a current BLS (Basic Life Support) Certificate. You will have 30-day grace period to obtain your certificate from the date of hire.

Physical Requirements

• Remaining in a stationary position, often standing, or sitting for prolonged periods
• Bending/lifting, pushing/pulling, adjusting, or moving objects weighing up to 15 pounds in all directions and occasionally more.
• Repeating motions that may include the neck, wrists, hands and/or fingers
• Upper extremity demands: Reaching above shoulder and/or below waist