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Radiology Technician

The Radiology Technician is responsible for performing high quality diagnostic imaging procedures within a fast paced hospital environment to support accurate patient diagnosis and treatment. This role prepares, positions, and educates patients for imaging exams while ensuring their safety, comfort, and dignity. The Radiology Technician operates radiologic equipment in accordance with hospital protocols, radiation safety standards, and regulatory requirements, maintaining strict attention to accuracy and image quality. Working collaboratively with radiologists, nurses, and multidisciplinary clinical teams, the Radiology Technician supports efficient patient flow, responds to urgent and emergent imaging needs, and assists in maintaining a safe and organized imaging department. This position also contributes to equipment upkeep, quality assurance efforts, and documentation within the hospital's electronic health record systems. The Radiology Technician plays a critical role in delivering compassionate, patient centered care in support of the hospital's commitment to clinical excellence.

Qualifications

Experience: Minimum five years experience as a registered Radiology Technologist in an acute care facility preferred.

Education: Diploma from a certified school of radiologic technology.

Certifications/Licenses: Active California Radiology Technologist (CRT) license, fluoroscopy licensure preferred. Current BLS certification required. Fluoroscopy license required after one year. ARRT preferred.

Position Specific Responsibilities:

• Performs any general radiology procedure ordered by a physician that the radiology equipment is capable of performing.
• Gains patient cooperation by reducing anxieties; providing explanations of treatment; answering questions.
• Prepares patient for radiological procedure by positioning patient; adjusting immobilization devices; moving equipment into specified position; adjusting equipment controls to set exposure factors.
• Minimizes radiation to patient and staff by practicing radiation protection techniques, using beam restrictive devices, patient shielding, and knowledge of exposure factors.
• Maintains production and quality of radiographs by following established standards and procedures; developing radiographs; observing radiographic results; making necessary adjustments.
• Assists the radiologist during fluoroscopic and/or injection procedures (i.e. room and supply preparation, contrast reaction, code blue, patient safety, etc.).
• Performs all appropriate procedures in the computer as needed (i.e. scheduling exams, completing exams by computer terminal, proper charging of supplies, etc.).
• Documents patient care services by charting in patient and department records.
• Responds immediately to Imaging Lead/Supervisor/Director any equipment problems (i.e. x-ray, processors, computer, etc.).
• Ensures operation of radiology equipment by completing preventive maintenance requirements; following manufacturer's instructions; troubleshooting malfunctions; calling for repairs; maintaining equipment inventories; evaluating new equipment and techniques.
• Performs other related duties as requested by the Imaging Manager/Supervisor/Lead including, but not limited to: stocking rooms, maintaining clean work area, transporting patients, etc.

Southwest Healthcare Rancho Springs Hospital