Radiologic Technologist, Per diem PRN at Adventist Health

Sonora, California, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

09 Jun, 26

Salary

56.98

Posted On

11 Mar, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Operate X-ray Equipment, Radiograph Production, Patient Positioning, Equipment Adjustment, Voltage Determination, Exposure Time Determination, Diagnostic Interpretation, Patient Explanation, Equipment Preparation, Room Preparation, Patient Monitoring, Image Production, Documentation, PACS Verification, Fluoroscopy

Industry

Hospitals and Health Care

Description

Adventist Health Sonora has been one of the area's leading healthcare providers since 1900. We are comprised of a 72-bed hospital, 30 medical offices, comprehensive cancer care and a vast scope of award-winning services located throughout Tuolumne and Calaveras counties and the surrounding areas. Sonora is known for its friendly hometown charm, vast outdoor experiences and lively downtown. The allure of Sonora's close-knit community is complimented by its proximity to Yosemite National Park, as well as just a quick drive to Lake Tahoe. 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 â€&aquot; 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: Required * Fluoroscopy license in state of employment: Required in CA within 6 months of hire Facility Specific License/Certifications: * 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

The technologist operates x-ray equipment to create radiographs as ordered by physicians, which includes positioning and instructing patients, adjusting equipment settings, and determining proper exposure factors. Essential functions also involve performing screening procedures, explaining exams to patients, preparing rooms and equipment, monitoring patient safety during exams, producing diagnostic images, and documenting exam information.