Radiology Tech

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 

Key responsibilities of the position: The incumbent operates radiologic equipment to make clinical diagnostic images as directed by physicians and perform routine diagnostic procedures according to established standards and practices. Demonstrates competency in patient care for pediatric (neonate as necessary), adult, and geriatric patients. May have access to or be required to distribute drugs, needles, or syringes from storage locations, (such as large stock supplies, automated dispensing units, and other carts) to/within patient care areas or treatment carts as defined by hospital policy/procedure. Technologist can be required to participate in department's call schedule to ensure coverage of weeknights, weekends, and holidays. Perform all diagnostic and fluoroscopic procedures according to department protocol. Assist radiologist during procedures. Send exam to and retrieve exams from PACS. Retrieve patient information from the computer systems. Knowledge of CR acquisition and processing. Mammo techs need knowledge of digital mammo. Identify maintenance, mechanical, electrical, and safety problems to immediate supervisor. Troubleshoot equipment problems and assist with their resolution. Use proper telephone etiquette. Provide training and support for Radiology students. AIDET is an expectation during all patient interactions. Will be required to support all imaging facilities from the hospital, MOB clinic, and Davis satellite office as the need arises.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Clinical training in conjunction with an accredited Radiologic Technology Program with rotations in a hospital setting
• Must have a current Radiologic Technology license from the State of California (CRT)
• ARRT (R)
• Current BLS Certification through the American Heart Association
• Fluoroscopy permit (Fluoroscopy permit must be obtained within 90 days of hire)
• 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 (i.e. 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 departmental 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

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience performing CT or other modality is preferred
• 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

***This position is represented by ESC