Job Summary and Responsibilities
As our Special Procedures Technologist, you will help a wide range of patients, including neonate, pediatric, adult, and geriatric individuals, undergo general and complex radiographic procedures so they can receive accurate diagnostic medical images essential for their treatment and care.
Every day you will perform a broad range of imaging procedures, independently assess particular circumstances for each procedure, and maintain accurate records. You will be expected to adhere to established standards and practices, comply with all performance expectations, positively identify patients, explain procedures clearly, and ensure patient privacy and comfort.
To be successful in this role you must possess California State Department of Health Services certification as a Certified Radiologic Technologist (CRT), have a Radiologic Technologist with Fluoroscopic permit, and ideally have additional competency in other modalities like Angiography – Special Procedures, MRI, CT, or Mammography. You will also need strong knowledge of anatomy and physiology related to imaging, medical terminology, imaging equipment operation, radiation safety procedures, and effective communication skills to interact courteously and empathetically with patients and colleagues.
Job Requirements
Minimum Qualifications:
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Medical Radiographer CA
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Fluoroscopy Radiology Tech CA
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BLS from AHA
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Registered Technologist Radiuography ARRT (RTR)
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Current California Certified Radiologic Technologist (CRT) and Fluoroscopy (RTTF) licenses
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Displays competency in general radiology in addition to one other modality:
- Angiography
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Special Procedures - Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI)
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Computerized Tomography (CT)
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or Mammography
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Knowledge of:
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Anatomy and physiology for imaging including cross sectional relationships
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Medical terminology relating to Imaging
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Principles of operation and care of primary and accessory imaging equipment
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Currently accepted diagnostic Radiologic procedures
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Radiation safety requirements and practices for the operator, patient and public
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Film processing systems and/or PACS
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Preparation, use and hazards of diagnostic contrast materials
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Ability to:
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Minimize radiation exposure to patients, self and other persons
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Perform general and specialized radiographic procedures which meet the departments standard of quality
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Recognize and respond to allergic reactions and other life-threatening patient conditions which might arise during the examination process
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Act courteously and with tact in dealing with patients, visitors and the public
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Effectively and empathetically deal with agitated, ill and distressed patients
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Develop and maintain a cooperative working relationships with physicians and other healthcare personnel
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Maintain patient confidentiality
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Calm and reassure those who may be distressed by the examination or procedure
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Develop and maintain a cooperative working relationship with physicians and hospital personnel
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Working effectively under stress and adjust priorities as circumstances require
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Organized work assignments
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Maintaining accurate and complete records
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Maintain a high degree of accuracy in procedural detail
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Accurately operate and care for Information System computers in the department
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Work independently on-call covering all normal clerical and technical functions
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Operate in and maintain a sterile environment
Where You'll Work
Dignity Health Mercy San Juan Medical Center is a 384-bed not-for-profit Level 2 Trauma Center located in Carmichael California. We have served north Sacramento County as well as south Placer County for over 50 years. Our facility is one of the area's largest medical centers and also one of the most comprehensive. Our staff and volunteers are dedicated to community well-being; providing excellent patient care to all. Mercy San Juan Medical Center is a Comprehensive Stroke Center as well as a Spine Center of Excellence. We are proud recipients of the Perinatal Care Certificate of Excellence and a Certificate of Excellence for Hip and Knee Replacements.
One Community. One Mission. One California
Pay Range
$71.14 - $71.14 /hour
