Radiology / X-Ray Technologist - 5210 at Vantage Search Group

San Diego, California, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

27 Aug, 26

Salary

60.0

Posted On

29 May, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Diagnostic Radiographic Procedures, PACS, Radiation Protection, Anatomy and Physiology, Quality Control Assessment, Patient Care, X-Ray Equipment Maintenance

Industry

Human Resources Services

Description

We have an urgent need for an X-Ray Technologist at the Naval Medical Center in San Diego, CA. Sign-on Bonus: $2,000 payable with first paycheck! Core Duties: Performs a variety of routine and moderately complex diagnostic radiographic procedures including but not limited to temporomandibular joint studies (TMJ), and special localization films of foreign bodies of the eye, hand and foot. Takes all required eye films, for the purpose of locating foreign bodies such as glass, shrapnel, etc. Responsible for properly arriving, printing radiology worksheet, departing the patient electronic medical record and transfer of the scan to the medical Picture Archival Communication Systems (PACS) for review by the radiologist and responsible for the Quality Control Assessment and approval prior to release of the patient and transfer of the scan. Reports needed repairs to government supervisor in order to maintain equipment in proper working condition. Performs other duties as assigned. Additional Knowledge Required: • Knowledge of moderately complex radiographic procedures of the eye, skull, hand, foot, and facial features sufficient to perform such procedures. • Knowledge of radiographic equipment, to ascertain if malfunction or safety hazard is present and to ensure proper maintenance performed. • Knowledge of anatomy and physiology such as the structure, location, and function of major organs and the skeletal system in order to locate areas of study by using anatomical landmarks, to identify organs appearing on the film in order to determine the acceptability of the radiograph for diagnostic use, and to determine if standard positioning techniques might cause further pain or injury to patients. • Knowledge of radiation protection agency standards including radiation sensitive areas of the body and all protective devices and methods appropriate to the equipment and procedures used, in order to assure that adequate safeguards are maintained for patients and self and to reassure patients who may be unfamiliar X-ray safety procedures. Schedule: Sunday - Saturday, 8.5 hour shifts (Days/Evenings/Nights) Occasional Holiday NO CALL! Minimum Qualifications: Education: Graduate from an academic program accredited by the Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology (JRCERT). Experience: Must have at least 1-year of recent post-grad clinical experience as a Radiology / X-Ray Tech License: Certified by the American Registry of Radiologic Technology (ARRT) Life Support Certification: Current AHA or ARC BLS Healthcare Provider certification. Security: Must possess ability to pass a Government background check/security clearance. We are an equal opportunity employer and a drug free workplace. All applicants selected for employment are required to submit to a background check and pre-employment drug test. Excellent Compensation & Exceptional Comprehensive Benefits: Paid Vacation, Paid Sick Time, Plus 11 Paid Federal Holidays Medical/Dental/Vision, STD/LTD/Life, Health Savings Account available, and more Annual CME Stipend and License/Certification Reimbursement Matching 401K Base salary: $51.00 - $60.00/Hr

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Responsibilities

Perform routine and complex diagnostic radiographic procedures, including specialized studies of the eye, skull, and extremities. Manage the electronic medical record process, including scan transfer to PACS and quality control approval.