Radiology Technician

NEEDED: Radiology Technician

LOCATION: 741-925 Herlong Access Road A-25, Herlong, CA 96113

SCHEDULE: Monday – Friday,

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Shall be fully licensed to perform radiological procedures by a State Radiologic Technology Board
• Possess current ARRT certification.
• Must have obtained a minimum of 1-year of related work experience as a Radiologic Technologist
• Possess current CPR certification in accordance with the American Red Cross or American Heart Association.

JOB DUTIES:

• Perform routine radiologic procedures ordered by the medical staff.
• Evaluate radiographic equipment for calibrations and repairs.
• Possess knowledge of basic emergency situations that may occur during special radiographic procedures.
• Schedule exams and maintain records.
• Possess knowledge of various pathological abnormalities as demonstrated by radiographic imaging.
• Independently assess and select technical exposure factors and positions necessary to obtain a proper quality diagnostic exam.
• Receive patients and explain procedures to alleviate undue anxiety.
• Independently perform all radiographic procedures, i.e., chest, bone, skull, spines, and portable x-rays, etc.
• Notify Radiologist, or referring Physician, of any preliminary abnormalities seen while patient is undergoing an exam, so that additional views, or exams can be ordered if needed.
• Coordinate transfer of patient radiologic records to ensure continuity of care.
• Work with the Clinical Director to ensure monitoring and evaluation activities are completed. Act as liaison between radiologist and medical staff.
• Receive any required training and orientation and comply with correctional techniques as they pertain to medical services.
• Develop a working knowledge of FCI Herlong medical protocols.
• Wear outer protective clothing and obey CDC universal precautions at all times.
• Function in other duties commensurate of a Radiological Technician.
• Computerization and printing of daily log.
• Computerization and printing of exam requisitions.
• Printing of all folder and exam labels.
• Completing of all x-ray studies ordered by the medical staff.
• Preparing x-rays for shipment to the radiologist for interpretation.
• Transport of-rays to radiologist for interpretation.
• Transport all x-rays from radiologist after interpretation.
• Assisting the staff with maintenance of equipment and supplies, and notifying staff when supplies are needed.
• Conducting quality assurance tests and daily maintenance on x-ray equipment as needed.
• Assisting with FDA inspections and preparation for Joint Commission and program review as needed.
• Assuring that all x-ray requests are completed properly; and Computerization of patient logs and repeat analysis.

BENEFITS: Competitive hourly pay rate, accrued vacation, accrued sick leave, 11 paid federal holidays, 401K opportunity, and healthcare benefits contribution.