Radiology Technologist

Oroville Hospital; Oroville (CA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 94,000; Full time

Job summary

Oroville Hospital in California seeks a Radiology Technician to operate x-ray equipment and position patients for radiographs under a radiologist's supervision.

The role requires AMA-approved radiologic technologist training, BLS, and ARRT/CRT eligibility. Responsibilities include film development, record-keeping, and ensuring patient safety and comfort.

Qualifications

• High School Graduate or Equivalent.
• Current American Heart Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification.
• Satisfactory completion of formal Radiologic technology training in an AMA-approved school and ability to meet requirements for registry by the ARRT and/or CRT.
• Medical terminology course helpful.

Responsibilities

• Operates x-ray equipment to make radiographs under the supervision of a Radiologist.
• Adjusts settings and positions patients for each examination.
• Develops film by automatic processing and maintains records.

Skills

Calm under pressure

Communication

Prioritize & problem solve

Confidentiality

Education

Radiologic technology training (AMA-approved)

ARRT/CRT eligibility

Tools

X-ray equipment operation

Mobile x-ray in OR/ER/bedside

Lead shielding/protective gear

Job description

Job #: 14004

Job Category: Radiology/Imaging

Shift Type: Variable

Pay Range: $50.89/hr. - $68.39/hr.

Open Date: 09.02.26

Qualifications

• High School Graduate or Equivalent
• Current American Heart Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification
• Satisfactory completion of formal Radiologic technology training in an AMA-approved school and ability to meet requirements for registry by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) and/or Certified Radiologic Technologist (CRT)
• Medical terminology course helpful
• Ability to demonstrate use of various equipment including, but not limited to; computer, photocopy machine and present telephone system
• Ability to relate well with physicians, patients of all ages and co-workers
• Ability to prioritize and problem solve
• Maintain a calm and reasonable attitude at all times
• Keeps information regarding patients confidential

Duties & Responsibilities

The Radiology Tech is responsible for arranging, attaching or adjusting immobilization and supportive devices such as sandbags, binders and angle-boards to obtain the precise position, prevent patients of all ages from moving and lessen discomfort; adjusts lead shield to protect unaffected parts of the body from exposure to x-ray.

Duties

• Operates x-ray equipment to make radiographs of designated portions of the body under the supervision of a Radiologist and performs related duties
• Adjusts x-ray equipment to correct setting for each examination; positions and instructs patients of all ages; and determines proper voltage, current and desired exposure time for each radiograph
• Selects proper film and inserts into holder
• Positions x-ray equipment at proper distance and angle from patient’s body to present clear and undistorted view and adjust collimator to direct concentration of rays on specified area
• Steps behind protective enclosure and flips switch to activate machine which automatically cuts off at the end of present exposure time
• Repeats exposure procedure from slightly different angle as prescribed by physician
• Places exposed film and patient’s identification slip into wall safe for processing by darkroom assistant
• Follows same procedure to operate mobile x-ray equipment in the Operating Room, Emergency Room or at bedside
• Must wear protective clothing
• Before internal organs are x-rayed, it may be necessary for the patient to drink barium salts or another chemical mixture to assure that the organs show clearly in the x-ray picture
• Follows the age requirements to prepare and administer these mixtures to patients
• Develops film by automatic processing
• Prepares and maintains records and files as directed
• Cleans and makes minor adjustments to equipment

Other Info

Lifting Requirements:Heavy lifting; up to 100 Ibs. maximum with frequent lifting and/or carrying objects weighing up to 50 Ibs. must be able to stand, stoop lift and walk without restrictions.