Radiology Technologist - $38-52 per hour

Adventist Health; Bakersfield (CA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

401k retirement plan

Life insurance

Sick pay

Holiday Pay

Health Savings Account

Job summary

Adventist Health in Bakersfield, CA is seeking a Radiology Technologist to operate x-ray equipment and produce diagnostic images for specified body areas. You will position patients, explain procedures, and ensure safety and image quality under physician orders.

Ideal candidates hold ARRT-R, CA licensure, and BLS, with fluoroscopy licensing within 6 months of hire. This staff role supports a dynamic imaging service with a focus on patient care and regulatory compliance.

Qualifications

• ARRT-R certification required.
• Radiologic Tech license in CA required.
• BLS certification required; fluoroscopy license within 6 months of hire.
• Associate degree preferred.

Responsibilities

• Operates x-ray equipment and produces radiographs as ordered.
• Positions patients and explains procedures.
• Adjusts exposure settings for image quality and safety.
• Documents exam data and reports to the physician.
• Verifies exams on PACS.

Skills

Patient positioning

Radiology safety

PACs knowledge

Communication

Education

Associate's Degree in radiologic technology

Job description

Adventist Health is seeking a Radiology Technologist for a job in Bakersfield, California.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Radiology Technologist
• Discipline: Allied Health Professional
• Start Date: ASAP
• Duration: Ongoing
• Employment Type: Staff

Formerly known as Bakersfield Heart Hospital since 1999, Adventist Health Specialty Bakersfield is building upon a legacy of exceptional heart care and expanding our ability to better serve Kern County for decades to come. We are comprised of a 47-bed hospital with three operating rooms, four cardiac catheterization labs and offer a range of specialty services to the community. As one of America's fastest growing cities, Bakersfield offers affordable housing on the West Coast, beautiful weather, high-quality education and it is just a few hours away from Yosemite and Sequoia National Parks, the Central California Coast and Southern California's great sports, theaters, concerts and amusement parks.

Job Summary

Operates x-ray equipment to produce radiographs of designated portions of body as ordered by physicians. Positions and instructs patients prior to examination, adjusts the x-ray equipment and determines proper voltage as well as current and desired exposure time for each radiograph.

Job Requirements

Education and Work Experience

• Associate's Degree in radiologic technology: Preferred

Licenses/Certifications

• American Registry of Radiologic Technologists – Radiography (ARRT-R): Required
• Radiologic Tech (RT) in the state of practice: Required in CA and HI
• Basic Life Support (BLS)certification from approved vendor per AH policy: Required
• Fluoroscopy license in state of employment: Required in CA within 6 months of hire

Facility Specific License/Certifications

• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from approved vendor per AH policy: Required
• Fluoroscopy (FLUORO): Required

Essential Functions

• Performs screening procedures for diagnostic interpretation. Explains procedures to patients and answers questions. Prepares equipment for use as needed. Prepares examination rooms for patient exams. Positions patients for imaging exams. Monitors patients and ensures safety during exams.
• Produces diagnostic images. Documents exam information. Reports important information to the physician.
• Verifies exams on PACS.
• Performs other job-related duties as assigned.

Organizational Requirements

Adventist Health is committed to the safety and wellbeing of our associates and patients. Therefore, we require that all associates receive all required vaccinations as a condition of employment and annually thereafter, where applicable. Medical and religious exemptions may apply.
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Adventist Health Job ID #71155. Posted job title: radiologic technologist - specialty bakersfield (full-time, night shift)

About Adventist Health

Adventist Health is a faith-based, nonprofit, integrated health system serving more than 80 communities on the West Coast and Hawaii with over 400 sites of care, including 26 acute care facilities. Founded on Adventist heritage and values, Adventist Health provides care in hospitals, clinics, home care, and hospice agencies in both rural and urban communities. Our compassionate and talented team of 37,000 includes employees, physicians, allied health professionals and volunteers driven in pursuit of one mission: living God's love by inspiring health, wholeness, and hope. We are committed to staying true to our heritage by providing patient-centered, quality care. Together, we are transforming the healthcare experience with an innovative and whole-person focus on physical, mental, spiritual and social healing to support community well-being.

Benefits

• Continuing Education
• Bereavement
• Medical benefits
• Dental benefits
• Vision benefits
• Health Care FSA
• 403b retirement plan
• Employee assistance programs
• Life insurance
• Holiday Pay
• 401k retirement plan
• Sick pay
• Health savings account