Radiology Tech

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.

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 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.

• Operation of radiology equipment

• Operates radiographic, tomographic, fluoroscopic and mobile radiographic and fluoroscopic equipment. Sets technical factors and follows established protocols to produce diagnostic images.

• Uses positioning and immobilization devices as appropriate in safe and effective manner

• Wears radiation dosimetry badge at collar and follows radiation protection standards.

• Operates processing, day-light loading and duplication equipment. Transmits digital images to the laser camera for filming. Reports equipment problems in an efficient manner.

• Patient care

Job Requirements

Required:

• High School Graduate

• Education level necessary to obtain required licensure and certifications

• Medical Radiographer: CA

• Fluoroscopy Radiology Tech: CA

• One of the following: Registered Technologist Radiography ARRT, Registered Technologist Bone Densitometry, Registered Technologist Computed Tomography, Registered Technologist Cardio Interventional Radiography, Registered Technologist Mammography, Registered Technologist Magnetic Resonance Imaging, Registered Technologist Nuclear Medicine Technology, Registered Technologist Quality Management, Registered Technologist Radiation Therapy, Registered Technologist Vascualr Inteventional Rad, Registered Technologist Vascular Sonography

• Current BLS through American Heart Association (AHA BLS)

Preferred:

• Previous experience in Diagnostic Radiology

Where You'll Work

Founded in 1956, Dignity Health - Memorial Hospital is a 385-bed, acute care, nonprofit hospital located in Bakersfield, California. Serving nearly 100,000 patients annually, the hospital offers a full complement of services including heart care, maternity care, and orthopedics. Additionally, Memorial Hospital has been recognized as an LGBTQ+ Healthcare Equality Leader by the Human Rights Campaign Foundation. It is a Joint Commission-certified Primary Stroke Center, and its Lauren Small Children’s Center is the first comprehensive pediatric program in Kern County.

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Pay Range

$40.40 - $50.30 /hour

We are an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.