Radiologic Technologist, Multi-Modal., X-Ray & CT, PartTime, Benefited, Noc w/ Diffs, 8hrs, 0.5fte

Alameda Health System • Alameda, CA

81d • $54 - $71

About The Position

Alameda Health System offers outstanding benefits that include: 100% employer health plan for employees and their eligible dependents, unique benefit offerings that are partially or 100% employer paid, rich and varied retirement plans and the ability to participate in multiple plans, and generous paid time off plans. Under close supervision, the Radiologic Technologist (Multi-Modality) performs a variety of duties in the Department of Radiology/ Imaging Services of Alameda Health System related to general Radiography/Fluoroscopy. Performs various diagnostic imaging examinations of patients as directed for diagnostic and treatment purposes according to established procedures. Performs related duties as required.

Requirements

• High school Diploma or equivalent, Graduation from an Accredited School of Radiologic Technology
• Proficient in a minimum of three Modalities including X-ray and Fluoroscopy
• CT (Computed Tomography)- ARRT (CT) Required
• Mammography CRT (M) Required
• MRI- ARRT (MRI) Required
• Valid ARRT Radiologic Technologist certification, and other ARRT certifications as it relates to each modality where appropriate
• Valid Fluoroscopy Permit issued by the State of California
• BLS - Basic Life Support Certification - issued by AHA-American Heart Association

Nice To Haves

• Associates Degree or Bachelor's Degree

Responsibilities

• Assists Physician in administering opaque media (contrast)
• Rotates assignments within the department by assigned shifts as required to meet departmental needs
• Processes Images as appropriate for Modality (CR/DR/Film) and is proficient in utilizing the PACS system (Picture Archival Communications)
• Maintains adequate records of examinations/dose/contrast as directed, and appropriately utilizing two patient identifier with each patient exam
• Assists with movement of patients (rooming/transport)
• Assists in the development/optimization of technical factors for radiographic procedures
• May assist in equipment or procedures not routinely taught in school
• May assist in the training of students
• Performs a variety of technical procedures that will require independent judgment, with designate areas or procedures as required
• Performs all general diagnostic and routine fluoroscopic duties as determined by employer
• Practices sterile techniques and prevents cross contamination
• Maintains orderliness and cleanliness of environment and supplies
• Ensure utilization of non expired supplies by checking stock regularly and using 'first in first out' rule of re stocking
• Produces Radiographs, positions and transfers patients, and provides immobilization devices as necessary to obtain images
• Provides radiation protection in accordance with prescribed radiation safety standards
• Ensure utilizing techniques that promote ALARA on an individual patient basis (As Low as Reasonably Achieved) for radiation exposure
• Selects and operates all imaging equipment as directed and licensed to perform

Benefits

• 100% employer health plan for employees and their eligible dependents
• Unique benefit offerings that are partially or 100% employer paid
• Rich and varied retirement plans and the ability to participate in multiple plans
• Generous paid time off plans

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Hospitals
• Education Level: High school or GED