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Natividad Medical Center (NMC) · 4 months ago

Radiologic Technologist - X-Ray/Fluoroscopy

Greater Salinas Area

Full-time

Onsite

Entry Level

$51.96/hr - $70.97/hr

1+ years exp

Natividad Medical Center is currently accepting applications for Radiologic Technologist positions in X-Ray and Fluoroscopy. The incumbent performs various diagnostic imaging examinations of patients as ordered by physicians for diagnostic and treatment purposes and performs other related duties as assigned.

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Responsibilities

Prepare and position patients for a variety of diagnostic and/or therapeutic x-ray procedures

Determine the correct exposure factors on the basis of height, weight, portion of the body involved, and degree of penetration required

Select appropriate hoods, cones and screens to reduce secondary radiation and fogging

Set machine controls and exposes the required number and types of films

Develops and processes exposed x-ray film using automated systems; manually develop films if required

Utilize a variety of computerized and manual systems to set up/perform examinations and maintain information

Record patient information, patient identification numbers, and the number/type of views taken

Maintain logs and work-related statistics; assist with maintaining files of x-ray films and other hard copy items

Helps clean and maintain diagnostic imaging equipment; provides input to management regarding the need for new equipment and supplies

Participates in the implementation of effective quality control and quality assurance processes

Maintain equipment logs and follow department reporting procedures

Qualification

Radiologic Technologist licenseX-Ray proceduresFluoroscopy proceduresCT proceduresMRI proceduresMammography proceduresPatient positioningMedical terminologyCustomer serviceSafety complianceRecord keepingCommunication skillsTeam collaboration

Required

Possession of a valid Radiologic Technologist license issued by the California Department of Public Health or the ability to obtain prior to start

Registration with the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT)

Thorough knowledge of basic theories and principles pertaining to a wide variety of diagnostic imaging procedures including x-ray, bone density, computerized tomography (CT), magnetic resonance imaging (MRI), and mammography procedures

Standard methods and techniques pertaining to x-ray procedures

The operation and care of standard radiology equipment and the methods of positioning patients for examinations

Medical terminology, anatomy, and physiology necessary to perform diagnostic imaging procedures

Routing functions and activities of an acute care hospital diagnostic imaging unit, including standard procedures, materials and equipment

Safety requirements of a hospital diagnostic imaging unit, including the appropriate use of universal precautions

Working knowledge of methods and techniques used to perform bone density, CT, MRI and mammogram procedures

Methods of explaining diagnostic imaging procedures to patients and providing customer service in a health care environment

Basic hospital and nursing care procedures

The operation and care of radiographic equipment

Structural and organic anatomy

The principles and methods of x-ray film processing and development

The use of office automation equipment, including computers and business software, for communication and productivity purposes

Skill and ability to perform a wide variety of standard x-ray procedures

Learn and perform standard diagnostic imaging procedures pertaining to bone density, CT, MRI, mammography and other areas as assigned

Position patients for a variety of diagnostic imaging examinations and procedures

Operate and maintain standard x-ray and related diagnostic imaging equipment

Maintain safe working conditions by complying with established safety policies and procedures

Communicate effectively with patients, physicians, and other medical professionals

Operate a personal computer and utilize standard business software

Maintain detailed patient records; compile statistics and data

Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing; prepare reports and other written communications

Provide sensitive and competent service to customers who may be anxious or in substantial distress

Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with others including physicians, nurses, administrators, managers, vendors, contractors and other health care industry personnel

One (1) year of experience preferred performing diagnostic imaging examinations, including fluoroscopy in an acute care hospital setting

Preferred

Some familiarity with bone density, CT, and mammography procedures

Benefits

Natividad may offer up to a $10,000 sign-on bonus to candidates hired into a permanent position.

Company

Natividad Medical Center (NMC)

Voted Best Hospital in the Salinas Valley, Natividad is a hospital and Level II Trauma Center providing compassionate, high-quality health care to everyone, regardless of ability to pay or immigration status.

Founded in 1886

Salinas, California, USA

1001-5000 employees