Special Procedure Technologist
The posted compensation range of $59.58 - $69.07 /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.
Responsibilities
Job Summary:
The incumbent performs general radiographic procedures as well as more complex procedures according to written or transcribed verbal orders of a physician within the scope of his/her certification at all MHS facilities according to established standards and practices under the direction of the Imaging Supervisor and the Medical Director. Demonstrates competency in patient care for neonate pediatric adult and geriatric patients. Other duties are assigned/approved by the Supervisor. Technologist can be required to participate in the departments call schedule to ensure coverage weeknights weekends and holidays.
Qualifications
Requirements:
- MRAD:CA; FLRAD:CA; BLS-CPR American Heart Association
- California State Department of Health Services certification as a Certified Radiologic Technologist (CRT), Current California license as certified Radiologic Technologist with Fluoroscopic permit
- Displays competency in general radiology in addition to one other modality.
- Angiography Special Procedures, MRI, CT, or Mammography. Anatomy and physiology for imaging including cross sectional relationships.
- Medical terminology relating to Imaging.
- Principles of operation and care of primary and accessory imaging equipment.
- Currently accepted diagnostic Radiologic procedures Radiation safety requirements and practices for the operator, patient and public.
- Film processing systems and/or PACS.
- Preparation, use and hazards of diagnostic contrast materials Ability to Minimize radiation exposure to patients, self and other persons.
- Perform general and specialized radiographic procedures which meet the department's 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 tactfully in dealing with patients, visitors and the public Effectively and empathetically deal with agitated, ill and distressed patients. Develop and maintain cooperative working relationships with physicians and other healthcare personnel. Maintain patient confidentiality.
- Calm and reassure those who may be distressed by the examination or procedure.
- Develop and maintain a cooperative working relationship with physicians and hospital personnel.
- Work effectively under stress and adjust priorities as circumstances require organized work assignments, maintaining accurate and complete records.
- Maintain a high degree of accuracy in procedural detail.
- 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.
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.
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