X Ray Tech

Job Summary and Responsibilities

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 department's call schedule to ensure coverage weeknights, weekends and holidays.

Job Requirements

• California State Department of HealthServices certification as a CertifiedRadiologic Technologist (CRT).
• Radiologic Technologist with Fluoroscopic CA permit.
• Medical Radiographer MRAD CA.
• Basic Life Support from AHA.
• 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 with tact 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.

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