Radiologic Technologist (Full-Time Temporary, Day Shift) at Adventist Health

Hanford, California, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

06 Aug, 26

Salary

52.14

Posted On

08 May, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Radiography, Patient Positioning, X-ray Equipment Operation, PACS, Fluoroscopy, Patient Safety, Diagnostic Imaging, BLS Certification

Industry

Hospitals and Health Care

Description

Located in a tight-knit community in Kings County, Adventist Health Hanford has been serving the Central Valley since 1965. We are comprised of a 173-bed hospital and many outpatient clinics with primary and specialty care services. Hanford residents are proud of their city's historic charm and family-friendly atmosphere. Within an hour's travel time, Yosemite, Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks can be enjoyed. Job Summary: Operates x-ray equipment to produce radiographs of designated portions of body as ordered by physicians. Positions and instructs patients prior to examination, adjusts the x-ray equipment and determines proper voltage as well as current and desired exposure time for each radiograph. Job Requirements: Education and Work Experience: * Associate's Degree in radiologic technology: Preferred Licenses/Certifications: * American Registry of Radiologic Technologists – Radiography (ARRT-R): Required * Radiologic Tech (RT) in the state of practice: Required in CA and HI * Basic Life Support (BLS OR HS-BLS OR RQIBLS) certification from approved vendor per AH policy: Required * Fluoroscopy license in state of employment: Required in CA within 6 months of hire Facility Specific License/Certifications: * AHA-BLS or ARC-BLS: Required * Fluoroscopy (FLUORO): Required Essential Functions: * Performs screening procedures for diagnostic interpretation. Explains procedures to patients and answers questions. Prepares equipment for use as needed. Prepares examination rooms for patient exams. Positions patients for imaging exams. Monitors patients and ensures safety during exams. * Produces diagnostic images. Documents exam information. Reports important information to the physician. * Verifies exams on PACS. * Performs other job-related duties as assigned. Organizational Requirements: Adventist Health is committed to the safety and wellbeing of our associates and patients. Therefore, we require that all associates receive all required vaccinations as a condition of employment and annually thereafter, where applicable. Medical and religious exemptions may apply. Adventist Health participates in E-Verify. Visit https://adventisthealth.org/careers/everify/ for more information about E-Verify. By choosing to apply, you acknowledge that you have accessed and read the E-Verify Participation and Right to Work notices and understand the contents therein. Adventist Health is a faith-based, nonprofit, integrated health system serving more than 100 communities on the West Coast and Hawaii with over 440 sites of care, including 27 acute care facilities. Founded on Adventist heritage and values, Adventist Health provides care in hospitals, clinics, home care, and hospice agencies in both rural and urban communities. Our compassionate and talented team of more than 38,000 includes employees, physicians, Medical Staff, and volunteers driven in pursuit of one mission: living God's love by inspiring health, wholeness and hope.

Responsibilities

Operates x-ray equipment to produce diagnostic radiographs and positions patients for examinations. Documents exam information and verifies images using PACS while ensuring patient safety.