Radiology Technologist

Where You’ll Work

Dignity Health Medical Foundation, established in 1993, is a California nonprofit public benefit corporation with care centers throughout California. Dignity Health Medical Foundation is an affiliate of Dignity Health - one of the largest health systems in the nation - with hospitals and care centers in California, Arizona and Nevada. Today, Dignity Health Medical Foundation works hand-in-hand with physicians and providers throughout California to provide comprehensive health care services to the many communities we serve. As Dignity Health Medical Foundation continues to grow and establish new premier care centers, we provide increasing support and investment in the latest technologies, finest physicians and state-of-the-art medical facilities. We strive to create purposeful work settings where staff can provide great care, while advancing in knowledge and experience through challenging work assignments and stimulating relationships. Our staff is well-trained and highly skilled, qualities that are vital to maintaining excellence in care and service.Dignity Health Advanced Imaging, a service of Dignity Health Medical Foundation, provides cutting-edge diagnostic imaging services at 23 locations across Redding, Santa Cruz, Sacramento, Woodland. Our team of 160 staff members work with our specialty trained and board certified radiologists to provide high quality care to our patients. The locations perform more than 175,000 exams annually with the goal of providing top quality imaging, compassionate care, and timely service with a smile.

One Community. One Mission. One California 

Job Summary and Responsibilities

As our Radiologic Technologist (Rad Tech), you will be pivotal in producing diagnostic images that enable Radiologists to accurately diagnose and manage patient conditions. This position is represented by ESC. Every day you will perform a variety of imaging examinations, including X-rays, ultrasound, diagnostic fluoroscopy, CT/CAT scans, and MRIs, while actively contributing to a positive patient experience through direct interaction.To be successful in this role, you will deeply understand diagnostic imaging's critical importance, encompassing expertise in workflow, patient positioning, and capturing precise results essential for timely and accurate diagnoses.

• Contributes to maintaining and enhancing a safe work environment.
• Demonstrates awareness of legal requirements, risk management issues, and accreditation standards.
• Participate in the Process Improvement Program.
• Prepares and/or updates film file.
• Film Imaging techniques follow established department protocols.

Job Requirements

Required:

• Medical Radiographer: CA
• Registered Technologist Radiography ARRT
• Fluoroscopy Radiology Tech: CA within 90 Days
• Basic Life Support (AHA BLS)

• Clinical training in conjunction with an accredited Radiologic Technology Program with rotations in a hospital setting.

• Knowledge of medical terminology, anatomy, and physiology for imaging, principles of operation and care of x-ray machines and accessory equipment.

• Knowledge of Radiation Safety requirements and ALARA principles.

• Experience with RIS and PACS systems.

• Knowledge of routine radiographic procedures and patient preps, including medication utilization and administration (ie; contrast).

• Knowledge of mechanical and electrical safety practices and requirements in the patient examination environment.

• Minimize radiation exposure to patients, self, and other persons.

• Perform general radiologic 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.

• Participate with a strong service oriented culture.

• 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 other healthcare personnel.

• Maintain confidentiality of patient records and information.

• Coordinate several 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.

• Operate in and maintain a sterile environment.

• New graduates with strong customer service experience and team aptitude are welcomed, that have effectively demonstrated the required special skills during their clinical rotations in an accredited Radiologic Technology Program.

Preferred:

• Experience performing CT or other modality