Radiology Tech II

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Company: Salinas Valley Health

Location: Salinas, CA 93905

Description:

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Department:
DI

Under minimal supervision, performs specialized diagnostic and therapeutic procedures as requested by a physician to assist in the diagnosis and treatment of patients. Demonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served on his/her unit. Performs other duties as assigned. Performs any combination of the following duties depending on the area of assignment.

Primary Job Duties:
  • Performs at least two separate modalities in Diagnostic Imaging such as: X-ray and either Angiography or Computed Tomography of the following areas: neuro, abdominal, chest and extremities. Assists physicians in performing other fluoroscopic procedures as needed.
  • Transports patients by stretcher, bed, wheelchair, or walking. Provides care for patients during transportation and within the department, if necessary.
  • Assists patients by lifting and moving them off and on the x-ray table. Provides bedpans and urinals as needed. Assures that patients are properly dressed for procedures.
  • Prepares patient for their exam by consenting, explaining exam and answering patient questions. Administers contrast and other preparations as to complete exam in a timely fashion. Cares for patient during procedures by assisting them to rest rooms, providing blankets, etc.
  • Monitors patient condition pre and post-procedure and reports changes in the patient's condition to Radiologist or RN for follow-up.
  • Assists with emergency medical treatment under physician direction.
  • Pulls contrast from Pyxis per protocol and documents contrast in eMar per protocol.
  • Loads the power injector for contrast studies.
  • Technologist may give contrast medias and may flush lines with normal saline contrast/normal saline.
  • Under direct supervision of the Radiologist, the technologist may pull Xilocaine for procedure.
  • Under direct supervision of the Radiologist, the technologist may use heparinized saline to flush catheters.
  • Performs data entry in computer systems necessary for work flow and patient care, such as: ITS, Meditech, PACS, WITT, eMar and Pyxis.
  • Performs related duties such as reporting equipment malfunctions, assisting others, and special assignments. Cleans work area and replenishes supplies.
  • Attends regularly scheduled department meetings and in-services to maintain working knowledge of changes in machines, and protocols,. Maintains CEU's and CPR for license.
  • Performs other duties as assigned.


Education: Completion of a two-year Radiologic Technology training program approved by the AMA

Licensure: CRT, ARRT certificates and Fluoroscopy license are required. Current BLS/Healthcare Provider status as per American Heart Association standards required. Valid Driver's License required.

Experience: At least one year of experience as a licensed Radiologic technologist and 1 year of experience in either CT or Angiography/Special Procedures preferred.

The hourly rate for this position is $55.77 - $70.66. The range displayed on this job posting reflects the target for new hire salaries for this position.

Job Specifications:
Union: NUHW
Work Shift: Day Shift
FTE: 1.0
Scheduled Hours: 40

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