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Radiologic Technologist IV - Mammography

Kaiser Permanente

#Record Keeping #ACLS #Patient Care #Diagnostic Imaging #Operating Room #Emergency Room #Venipuncture #Equipment Repair #Basic Life Support

Quick overview

The technologist performs specialized and routine diagnostic radiology procedures, operating equipment to produce images for diagnosis while ensuring patient cooperation and safety. Essential duties include preparing and positioning patients, determining exposure factors, assisting physicians during fluoroscopy, processing images, and performing routine equipment maintenance.

Requirements summary

Candidates must possess a minimum of two years of experience specifically in Mammography, or one year in a Specialty with ARRT certification in that Specialty, alongside a High School Diploma or GED. Required certifications include California Radiologic Technologist certificates for Fluoroscopy and Venipuncture, and Basic Life Support, with ACLS required when necessary.

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Job description

Job Summary

Under the direction of the Imaging Services Director and Chief of Diagnostic Imaging, performs radiographic diagnostic imaging procedures to assist physicians in the diagnosis of disease and injuries. Operates the radiographic equipment to produce radiographic recorded images of the body. Performs technological functions to ensure optimal diagnostic quality of patient care utilizing efficient and safe processes.

Essential Responsibilities

Performs specialized and routine diagnostic radiology procedures. Exhibiting a high degree of tact, courtesy, and poise, explains procedures to patient to reduce anxieties and obtain patient cooperation Prepares and positions patient for diagnostic imaging procedures. Adjusts immobilization devices to obtain optimum views of specified area of body requested by physician. Determines exposure factors based on height, weight, portion of body involved, and degree on penetration required. Moves imaging equipment into specified position. Adjusts equipment controls to set exposure factors and produce images of proper detail, density, and accuracy. Operates mobile radiologic equipment in operating room, emergency room, or at patients bedside. Assists radiologists and other qualified physicians who have a valid CA DHS RHB Supervisor Operator Permit for Fluoroscopy in fluoroscopic and special x-ray examinations. Prepares images for reading by radiologist or requesting physician. Processes images and reviews for proper identification and quality control. Performs routine maintenance, diagnoses malfunctions, and makes minor repairs on radiologic equipment, arranging for repairs as needed. Practices radiation protection techniques to minimize radiation to patient and staff. Completes forms and maintains records, logs, and reports of work performed. Orients new hires and trains students. Fills in as necessary in the absence of the Supervising Radiology Technologist. Performs other related duties as necessary.
Supervisory
Responsibilities: This job has no supervisory responsibilities. Grade 817

Basic Qualifications

Experience Minimum of two (2) years of experience in Mammography OR one year of experience in a Specialty with an American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) Certification in that Specialty. Education High School Diploma or General Education Development (GED) required. License, Certification, Registration Certified Radiologic Technologist - Fluoroscopy Certificate (California) Certified Radiologic Technologist - Venipuncture
Certificate (California)