Radiology Tech II, Pleasanton Radiology – Full Time, Days (08HR)

Stanford Health Care•Pleasanton, CA

2d•$73 - $83•Onsite

About The Position

If you're ready to be part of our legacy of hope and innovation, we encourage you to take the first step and explore our current job openings. Your best is waiting to be discovered. Day - 08 Hour (United States of America) Work Schedule: Monday – Friday This is a Stanford Health Care job. A Brief Overview Under general supervision, performs various simple to complex radiographic and fluoroscopic procedures. Perform a variety of technical tasks involved in operating radiographic equipment and making radiographs of designated portions of the body. Duties include transferal of images, archiving and performing of appropriate imaging protocols which meet the department's standards of quality. Works as an independent technologist and in a variety of diagnostic areas with knowledge of emergency and after hours procedures. May supervise technical and ancillary personnel in assigned work areas/shift in the absence of Lead Technologist and/or supervisor. Locations Stanford Health Care

Requirements

Education Qualifications Requirement met by License/Certification Requirement.
One (1) year of progressively responsible and directly related work experience.
Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
Ability to establish and maintain effective relationships with widely diverse groups, including individuals at all levels both within and outside the organization and gain their cooperation.
Ability to follow written and oral instructions.
Ability to perform complex diagnostic imaging procedures.
Ability to perform general and specialized radiographic and fluoroscopic procedures which meet the departments standard of quality.
Ability to plan, prioritize and meet deadlines.
Ability to troubleshoot, document and communicate equipment problems.
Ability to work effectively as a team player.
Knowledge of anatomy, physiology and congenital/acquired pathology.
Knowledge of computer systems and software used in functional area.
Knowledge of Imaging processes and fluoroscopic techniques, methods and equipment.
Knowledge of methods of positioning patients.
Knowledge of principles of image processing and development applicable to diagnostic imaging.
Knowledge of radiation production, positioning and radiation safety.
ARRT-RTR - Reg Tech-Radiography ARRT and BLS - Basic Life Support and CRT and RTF - Rad Tech Fluoroscopy

Responsibilities

Acts as Lead or Supervisor in their absence by directing patient flow, assuring that resources are matched to the appropriate tasks, trouble shoot equipment difficulties and place service calls for repairs.
Assists the radiologist during procedures when needed.
Ensures proper darkroom techniques to include ability to ascertain sub-optimal film processing, and equipment malfunction.
Follows established radiation safety guidelines 'ALARA' (as low as reasonably acceptable) in reference to time, distance and shielding.
Operates a variety of imaging and fluoroscopic equipment in performing a variety of imaging examinations.
Utilizes proper body mechanics to ensure patient safety upon moving and/or transferring patients.
Participates in orientation and training of assigned staff, students and residents.
Prepares patient for exam, i.e. identifying oneself, explaining procedures, confirming patient ID and checking correctness of the order.
Prepares room and equipment.
Troubleshoots equipment failures and reports problems to the appropriate individual.