Radiology Technologist I

Dominican Hospital; United States; Sur place; USD 60 000 - 90 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Dominican Hospital in Santa Cruz, part of Dignity Health, seeks a Radiologic Technologist to perform imaging exams including X-ray, fluoroscopy, CT, and MRI, ensuring high-quality diagnostic images and compassionate patient care. You will transport patients safely, label images correctly, and participate in image quality control while maintaining compliance with ARRT standards and CPR requirements.

The role emphasizes accurate positioning and teamwork with Radiologists to support timely

Qualifications

• ARRT registered radiologic technologist credential(s) (ARRT)
• CA licensure for Medical Radiographer and Fluoroscopy Radiology Tech in CA
• BLS/CPR certification—American Heart Association

Responsabilités

• Perform diagnostic imaging exams (X-ray, ultrasound, fluoroscopy, CT, MRI)
• Transport patients safely using gurney, Hoyer-Lift, etc.
• Assign and review patient charges accurately
• Record and review imaging techniques and procedures
• Place lead markers on radiographs and ensure correct patient positioning
• Ensure image quality control and correct image range (S, etc.)

Connaissances

ARRT Certification

CPR (AHA)

Patient positioning

Formation

ARRT approved school

Outils

X-ray imaging equipment

CT scanners

MRI scanners

Fluoroscopy equipment

Description du poste

Where You'll Work

Founded in 1941, Dignity Health - Dominican Hospital is a 188-bed, acute care, nonprofit hospital located in Santa Cruz, California. Serving over 80,000 patients annually, the hospital offers a full complement of services including heart care, orthopedics, and a Family Birthing Center. Additionally, Dominican Hospital has been recognized as an LGBTQ+ Healthcare Equality High Performer by the Human Rights Campaign Foundation. It is a Joint Commission-certified Primary Stroke Center, and has been awarded the AMA/ASA's Get the Guidelines - Stroke Gold Plus Quality Achievement, recognizing the hospital's commitment to providing the best stroke care.

One Community. One Mission. One California

Job Summary and Responsibilities

As our Radiologic Technologist (Rad Tech), you will be pivotal in producing diagnostic images that enable Radiologists to accurately diagnose and manage patient conditions.Each day, you will perform a variety of imaging examinations, including X-rays, ultrasound, diagnostic fluoroscopy, CT/CAT scans, and MRIs, while actively contributing to a positive patient experience through direct interaction.To excel, you must deeply understand diagnostic imaging's critical importance, encompassing expertise in workflow, patient positioning, and capturing precise results essential for timely and accurate diagnoses.

• Utilizes proper equipment (gurney, wheelchair, Hoyer-Lift, etc.) to safely transport patient.
• Performs all routine diagnostic and fluoroscopic procedures.
• Assigns all patient charges appropriately.
• Records/reviews all techniques/procedures as required.
• Clearly marks all radiographs with legally approved lead markers.
• Marks all CR/DR images with patient position, etc.
• Ensures all CR/DR images are quality controlled and with correct "S" range.

Job Requirements

Required

• Completion of radiologic technology training in an American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) approved school and
• Medical Radiographer: CA, and
• Fluoroscopy Radiology Tech: CA, and
• Registered Technologist Radiography ARRT, and
• Basic Life Support - CPR, through American Heart Association

Preferred

• Associates Of Science Radiologic Sciences and 1-2 years experience as a radiologic technologist