Radiology Tech
The posted compensation range of $57.28 - $66.40 /hour is a reasonable estimate that extends from the lowest to the highest pay CommonSpirit in good faith believes it might pay for this particular job, based on the circumstances at the time of posting. CommonSpirit may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range as permitted by law.
Nestled in the heart of East Sacramento Dignity Health Mercy General Hospital is a 313 bed acute care facility that provides a wide range of services with special advocacy for the poor and underserved. Mercy General is home to the nationally ranked Alex G. Spanos Heart & Vascular Institute. Key achievements and recognitions include: from the Joint Commission; Advanced Joint Replacement Spine Center of Excellence Primary Stroke Center Ventricular Assist Device and Chest Pain Certification. Other accolades include CMS 5 stars Practice Green Health 2021 Leapfrog Hospital Safety Grade A Level 4 Epilepsy Center and Opioid Stewardship Honor Roll. Mercy General Hospital is proud to foster inclusion and diversity as part of our mission vision and values.
Responsibilities
- Special skills required for the position include the following knowledge and abilities:
- Knowledge of: Anatomy and physiology for imaging including cross sectional relationships; medical terminology relating to imaging procedures; principles of operation and care of imaging systems and accessory equipment; currently accepted imaging procedures; radiation safety requirements and practices for the operator patient and public; film processing systems; mechanical and electrical safety practices and requirements in the patient examination environment; preparation use and hazards of diagnostic contrast material.
- Ability to: minimize radiation exposure to patients self and other persons; perform general and specialized radiographic procedures which meet the departments 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 with tact in dealing with patients visitors and the public; effectively and empathetically deal with agitated ill and distressed patients; develop and maintain a cooperative working relationship with physicians and hospital personnel; maintain confidentiality of patient records and information; coordinate several assignments and establish work priorities; work effectively under stress and adjust priorities as circumstances require; organize work assignments maintaining accurate and complete records; maintain a high degree of accuracy in procedural details and required documentation; 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.
Qualifications
- This position requires at least 5 years experience or a combination of education to provide the special skills listed and competency in mammography or two of the following modalities as determined by the needs of the Imaging Department: Diagnostic Angiography-Special Procedures MRI CT.
- Candidates must have a current California license as a certified Radiologic Technologist with Fluoroscopic permit and a CPR and BLS certification from the American Heart Association.
- ARRT Certification in 2 or more of the following; Diagnostic Angiography Mammo MRI CT.
- Computed tomography (CT) Certification
While you’re busy impacting the healthcare industry, we’ll take care of you with benefits that may include health/dental/vision, FSA, matching retirement plans, paid time off, tuition assistance, adoption assistance, and more!
Unless directed by a Collective Bargaining Agreement, applications for this position will be considered on a rolling basis. CommonSpirit Health cannot anticipate the date by which a successful candidate may be identified.
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