X Ray Tech

CommonSpirit Health•Carmichael, CA

3d•Onsite

About The Position

The incumbent performs general radiographic procedures as well as more complex procedures according to written or transcribed verbal orders of a physician within the scope of his/her certification at all MHS facilities according to established standards and practices under the direction of the Imaging Supervisor and the Medical Director. Demonstrates competency in patient care for neonate pediatric adult and geriatric patients. Other duties are assigned/approved by the Supervisor. Technologist can be required to participate in the departments call schedule to ensure coverage weeknights weekends and holidays.

Requirements

MRAD:CA
FLRAD:CA
BLS-CPR American Heart Association
California State Department of Health Services certification as a Certified Radiologic Technologist (CRT)
Current California license as certified Radiologic Technologist with Fluoroscopic permit
Displays competency in general radiology in addition to one other modality. Angiography Special Procedures, MRI, CT, or Mammography.
Anatomy and physiology for imaging including cross sectional relationships.
Medical terminology relating to Imaging.
Principles of operation and care of primary and accessory imaging equipment.
Currently accepted diagnostic Radiologic procedures
Radiation safety requirements and practices for the operator, patient and public.
Film processing systems and/or PACS.
Preparation, use and hazards of diagnostic contrast materials
Ability to Minimize radiation exposure to patients, self and other persons.

Responsibilities

Perform general and specialized radiographic procedures which meet the department's standard of quality.
Recognize and respond to allergic reactions and other life-threatening patient conditions which might arise during the examination process.
Act courteously and tactfully in dealing with patients, visitors and the public
Effectively and empathetically deal with agitated, ill and distressed patients.
Develop and maintain cooperative working relationships with physicians and other healthcare personnel.
Maintain patient confidentiality.
Calm and reassure those who may be distressed by the examination or procedure.
Develop and maintain a cooperative working relationship with physicians and hospital personnel.
Work effectively under stress and adjust priorities as circumstances require organized work assignments, maintaining accurate and complete records.
Maintain a high degree of accuracy in procedural detail.
Accurately operate and care for Information System computers in the department.
Work independently on-call covering all normal clerical and technical functions.
Operate in and maintain a sterile environment.