Radiologic Technologist - Specialty Bakersfield (Full-Time, Night Shift)

Adventist Health•Bakersfield, CA

9d•Onsite

About The Position

Adventist Health Specialty Bakersfield, formerly known as Bakersfield Heart Hospital since 1999, is expanding its legacy of exceptional heart care to better serve Kern County. The facility is a 47-bed hospital with three operating rooms, four cardiac catheterization labs, and offers a range of specialty services. Bakersfield, as one of America's fastest-growing cities, provides affordable housing, pleasant weather, quality education, and is a few hours away from national parks and major entertainment hubs.

Requirements

American Registry of Radiologic Technologists – Radiography (ARRT-R): Required
Radiologic Tech (RT) in the state of practice: Required in CA and HI
Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from approved vendor per AH policy: Required
Fluoroscopy license in state of employment: Required in CA within 6 months of hire
Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from approved vendor per AH policy: Required
Fluoroscopy (FLUORO): Required

Nice To Haves

Associate's Degree in radiologic technology: Preferred

Responsibilities

Operates x-ray equipment to produce radiographs of designated portions of the body as ordered by physicians.
Positions and instructs patients prior to examination.
Adjusts x-ray equipment and determines proper voltage, current, and desired exposure time for each radiograph.
Performs screening procedures for diagnostic interpretation.
Explains procedures to patients and answers questions.
Prepares equipment and examination rooms for patient exams.
Positions patients for imaging exams.
Monitors patients and ensures safety during exams.
Produces diagnostic images.
Documents exam information.
Reports important information to the physician.
Verifies exams on PACS.
Performs other job-related duties as assigned.