Radiology Technologist

Company: Sutter Health
Location: San Ramon
Posted on: May 13, 2022

Job Description:

Position Overview:The radiologic technologist performs routine radiographic and fluoroscopy and/or CT procedures in accordance with established rules of good practice and policies and procedures.Principal accountabilities include:

• Has good knowledge of positioning, technical factors, clinical information and correct marking and labeling of films.
• Ensures that radiation doses for patients remain within safe ALARA limits.
• Follows radiation safety best practices.
• Demonstrate skills and knowledge necessary to assess the age specific needs of the patients served, and provide appropriate care.
• Performs radiographic procedures including but not limited to basic xray, Operating Room, and fluoro procedures or is training to advance to CT or is an accomplished CT technologist.
• Enhances professional growth and development through participation in educational programs, current literature, in-service meetings and meets certification criteria for CEU's.Qualifications:Radiology Technologist I:
  • Completion of a formal two-year course in an accredited program in Radiologic Technology.
  • CRT Certified by the state of California as a Radiologic Technologist.
  • New Graduates may apply upon confirmed ARRT Registry, may not work until proof of CRT certified by the state of California as a Radiologic Technologist
  • Certified by the state of California in Fluoroscopy requiredwithin 90 days after date of hire
  • Registered by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists.
  • Current BLS (AHA) certification.
  • Knowledge of PACs and EPIC including registration, scheduling, ordering, charging, and reports as required to carry out job assignment
  • Verbal and written communication skills for frequent and challenging contact with physicians, employees, patients and patient families; requires patience and compassion
  • Critical thinking skills as it relates to specialized departments this may include the ability to complete age appropriate assessments
  • Basic computer skills to include keyboarding and data entry skills to enter information into electronic health records
  • Ability to lift and position patients properly using best practices.
  • Ability to maintain composure during challenging interpersonal interactions.
  • Ability to sit or stand for long periods.
  • Able to handle varying procedures and interruptions.
  • Ability to work with others in a flexible and cooperative manner.Radiology Technologist II:
    • Completion of a formal two-year course in an accredited program in Radiologic Technology. Completion of 8 hours of tomosynthesis education desired.
    • Certified by the state of California in both Radiologic Technology and Fluoroscopy.
    • Registered by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists.
    • Current BLS certification from AHA.
    • Minimum 1 year as a working Radiologic Technologist.
    • Has knowledge of PACs and EPIC including registration, scheduling, ordering, charging, and reports as required to carry out job assignment.
    • Critical thinking skills as it relates to specialized departments this may include the ability to complete age appropriate assessments
    • Basic computer skills to include keyboarding and data entry skills to enter information into electronic health records
    • Ability to lift and position patients properly using best practices
    • Ability to maintain composure during challenging interpersonal interactionsSalary and title placement based on relevant experienceOrganization:Mills-Peninsula Health ServicesEmployee Status: RegularEmployee Referral Bonus: NoBenefits: YesPosition Status: Non-ExemptUnion: NoJob Shift: DayShift Hours:8 Hour ShiftDays of the Week Scheduled:Monday-FridayWeekend Requirements: NoneSchedule: Part TimeHrs Per 2wk Pay Period:40Applications Accepted:All Applications AcceptedSchedule/Shift: Part Time/ Dayby Jobble

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