Rad Tech IV

CommonSpirit Health • Redwood City, CA

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About The Position

Dignity Health - Sequoia Hospital is a 208-bed, acute care, nonprofit hospital in Redwood City, California, serving more than 50,000 patients annually. The hospital provides services including heart care, stroke care, and a birthing center.

The Radiologic Technologist produces diagnostic images that help Radiologists diagnose and manage patient conditions. The role performs a variety of imaging examinations, including X-rays, ultrasound, diagnostic fluoroscopy, CT/CAT scans, and MRIs, and contributes to a positive patient experience through direct interaction. The position requires knowledge of imaging workflow and patient positioning, and the ability to capture precise results that support timely, accurate diagnoses.

The technologist maintains professional interactions with patients, visitors, staff, and physicians; produces images according to hospital and department standards; completes required documentation and clerical work; maintains and develops clinical skills; and supports staff and student training. The role also assists with procedures using sterile technique and infection-control practices, evaluates department workflow, prioritizes work based on urgency and resources, and responds effectively to emergencies.

Requirements

• Satisfactorily complete a formal radiologic technology training program accredited through the Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology (JRCERT) and the California Department of Public Health, Radiation Health Branch (CDPH-RHB).
• Meet one of these experience and modality requirements: 7 years of experience as a Radiologic Technologist and proficiency in 2 advanced modalities; or 5 years of experience as a Radiologic Technologist and proficiency in 3 advanced modalities, one of which must be CT or Mammography.
• California Medical Radiographer credential, upon hire.
• Basic Life Support - CPR, upon hire.
• Registered Technologist Radiography ARRT, upon hire.
• California Fluoroscopy Radiology Tech credential, upon hire.
• Be certified, working, and proficient in 3 advanced modalities, one of which must be CT or Mammography.
• Venipuncture training certificate.
• Complete annual safety training.
• Complete and maintain required unit-specific training.

Responsibilities

• Greet patients, visitors, staff, and physicians promptly and courteously, using names when appropriate.
• Screen individuals by requesting identification or a visitor pass.
• Produce quality images in accordance with hospital guidelines and department standards, including patient safety, repeat rates, exam protocols, and film processing.
• Complete accurate documentation, including the examination performed, billing, film labeling, and computer entry.
• Perform clerical duties as needed, such as logging in patients and filing films.
• Maintain clinical competency by upgrading skills through in-service education and other continuing education activities.
• Participate in training departmental personnel and students.
• Assist physicians and other staff in preparing for and performing procedures while following sterile technique, infection-control guidelines, and department standards.
• Evaluate personal and departmental work volume and workflow to support efficient patient care.
• Prioritize work according to urgency and available resources.
• Respond effectively in emergency situations.
• Complete annual safety training and maintain required unit-specific training.

What This Job Offers

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