Diagnostic Radiology Technician

Fidelity Partners • Herlong, CA

9d • Onsite

About The Position

The Diagnostic Radiology Technician will independently provide routine and portable radiographic services for the inmate population at FCI Herlong. The position performs digital imaging, selects exposure and positioning factors, maintains radiology records and quality controls, supports equipment readiness, and coordinates clinical communication and continuity of care.

Requirements

• Must be fully licensed by a state Radiologic Technology Board to perform radiological procedures.
• Must maintain current American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) certification.
• Must have at least one year of related work experience as a Radiologic Technologist.
• Must maintain current CPR certification through the American Red Cross or American Heart Association.
• Must be capable of independently performing required radiographic procedures without technical support.
• Must maintain required healthcare immunizations and tuberculosis screening documentation before beginning work and during performance.
• Must satisfy all BOP/DOJ background, institutional-security, suitability, residency, and access requirements.

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge of digital radiographic equipment is preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine and portable radiographic procedures ordered by medical staff, including chest, bone, skull, spine, and other required studies.
• Independently assess and select exposure factors and patient positioning needed to obtain diagnostic-quality images.
• Receive patients, explain procedures, and help reduce anxiety while maintaining safety and professional boundaries.
• Recognize basic emergency situations and pathological abnormalities demonstrated by radiographic imaging.
• Notify the radiologist or referring provider of preliminary abnormalities when additional views or examinations may be needed.
• Schedule examinations and maintain accurate patient, examination, requisition, and daily-log records.
• Coordinate transfer of radiology records and images to support continuity of care and interpretation.
• Serve as a liaison between the radiologist, Clinical Director, and medical staff.
• Evaluate equipment for calibration or repair needs and report problems promptly.
• Perform quality-assurance testing, routine equipment maintenance, repeat analysis, and inspection or program-review support.
• Prepare images for interpretation and complete required electronic logs, labels, and documentation.
• Follow CDC universal precautions, infection-control requirements, BOP medical protocols, and correctional-security procedures.
• Wear navy-blue scrubs or other professional attire appropriate to the correctional environment.

Benefits

• Paid Sick Leave: Accrues at one hour for every 30 hours worked, up to 56 hours annually.
• Paid Time Off / Vacation: Two weeks (80 hours) after one year of service; three weeks after eight years; four weeks after 15 years.
• Paid Federal Holidays: Eleven paid holidays annually.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed