Radiologic Technologist

Select Specialty Hospital - San Diego • San Diego, CA

11d • $33 - $49

About The Position

Select Specialty Hospital - San Diego is a critical illness recovery hospital providing inpatient post-ICU services to chronically and critically ill patients who require extended healing and recovery. The Radiologic Technologist prepares patients for diagnostic procedures by explaining scans and positioning patients to capture appropriate images. The role operates imaging equipment to produce cross-sectional images of bones, organs, and tissue and performs diagnostic radiographic, fluoroscopic, and CT examinations in the department and using portable equipment. The technologist may inject IV contrast media as needed and performs examinations, reconstructions, and printing protocols. The role also completes requisitions and schedules exams, identifies equipment failures, transports patients, orders supplies, attends required training, and works with floor staff to support patient care.

Requirements

• At least two years of experience as a Registered Radiologic Technologist.
• Hold a current state license, as required.
• Have ARRT or CMRT certification.
• Possess Basic Life Support (BLS) certification by the start date.
• Remain current with Continuing Education in all fields of licensure.

Nice To Haves

• Experience operating facility-specific equipment.

Responsibilities

• Prepare patients for diagnostic procedures by explaining the scan process and positioning them to capture appropriate images.
• Operate equipment to produce cross-sectional images of patients’ bones, organs, and tissue.
• Complete requisitions for ordered exams in a timely manner and schedule exams accurately.
• Perform diagnostic radiographic, fluoroscopic, and CT exams in the department and with portable equipment.
• Inject IV contrast media as needed.
• Perform examinations, reconstructions, and printing protocols.
• Identify mechanical and electronic equipment failures and diagnose general problems with radiographic machines and processors.
• Explain procedures to patients and answer questions about the equipment or procedure.
• Move and transport patients to and from the department as required.
• Order necessary supplies and maintain par levels.
• Attend required in-services and orientations.
• Work closely with floor staff and build positive relationships to facilitate excellent patient care.

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical/RX, health, vision, and dental plan offerings for full-time team members.
• Generous PTO for full-time team members.
• Company-matching 401(k) retirement plan.
• Life and disability protection.
• Extensive orientation program.

What This Job Offers

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