III $20,000 Sign on Bonus

Northern Inyo Healthcare District•Bishop, CA

1d•$45 - $78

About The Position

Northern Inyo Healthcare District is hiring a Radiologic Technologist at Level I, II, or III. The role performs screening, diagnostic, and therapeutic imaging procedures under radiologist supervision, following departmental and hospital protocols. Depending on level and validated credentials, modalities include X-ray and CT, with Level III also independently performing procedures in at least one additional registered or licensed imaging modality. The position includes exposure to blood, body fluids, and tissues and work with patients who may have infectious conditions. Level I technologists are expected to complete the district-approved CT competency pathway within six months of hire. Level II and III technologists must meet the stated CT training and competency requirements; Level III technologists also assist with training and competency validations for other radiologic technologists. The position reports directly to the Diagnostic Imaging Manager and works closely with radiologists, hospitalists, emergency physicians, hospital district leadership, departments, and internal and external customers. The listed schedule is Saturday through Monday, 7:00 a.m. to 7:30 p.m. The posting advertises a $20,000 sign-on bonus and provides separate pay scales for each level.

Requirements

Graduate of an accredited school of Radiologic Technology.
Registered by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT).
Licensed by the State of California as a Radiologic Technologist and as a Fluoroscopic Technologist.
Current CPR certification.
Level I: entry-level radiologic technologist; complete the district-approved CT competency pathway within six months of hire.
Level II: one year of experience as a radiologic technologist at an acute-care hospital and successful completion of CT technologist training at an acute-care hospital; complete NIHD CT and X-ray competency validation within six months of hire.
Level III: two years of experience as a radiologic technologist at an acute-care hospital and successful completion of CT technologist training at an acute-care hospital.
Level III: certification by ARRT, NMTCB, or ARDMS in an advanced imaging modality other than Radiology or CT.
Level II and III: current California Venipuncture Certificate within six months of hire.
Effective verbal and written communication and professional working relationships with staff and the public.
Maturity, integrity, sound judgment, and appropriate interpersonal skills when interacting with patients, providers, colleagues, peers, and leadership.
Competence using sterile technique, following infection-control practices, operating radiology equipment, using RIS/PACS, and applying ALARA radiation-safety principles.
Availability for on-call coverage; the position may require day, evening, or night shifts.

Nice To Haves

Level I, II, or III: prior experience as a registered radiologic technologist at an acute-care hospital or outpatient clinic.
Level II and III: two or more years of radiologic technologist experience in an acute-care setting.
Level II and III: two or more years of CT technologist experience in an acute-care setting.
Bachelor’s degree in Radiologic Technology or a healthcare-related field.
Level I: certification or registry in an additional imaging modality.
Level II and III: ARRT registration as a CT technologist.

Responsibilities

Independently perform X-ray exams ordered by a referring provider or radiologist.
Assist radiologists with fluoroscopic, interventional, diagnostic, or therapeutic procedures, as applicable to the level.
Independently perform CT exams as ordered by a referring provider or radiologist, where qualified.
Set up and operate a C-arm to assist with diagnostic and therapeutic procedures and surgeries.
For Level III, independently perform exams or procedures in at least one additional modality in which the technologist is licensed or registered.
Perform quality control checks as required, including daily, weekly, or monthly QC, to ensure equipment meets applicable state and federal standards.
Use PACS, RIS, and other electronic health records to manage patient information.
Complete required CT training and competency validation, as applicable to the role level.
For Level III, assist with training and competency validations for other radiologic technologists.
Maintain cleanliness and preparedness of imaging areas.
Follow sterile technique and infection-control practices; protect patient privacy and minimize radiation exposure by applying ALARA principles.
Perform other duties as assigned.