Adventist Health·Lodi, California
The technologist operates x-ray equipment to produce radiographs as ordered by physicians, which involves positioning and instructing patients, adjusting equipment settings, and determining proper exposure factors. Essential functions include performing screening procedures, explaining procedures to patients, monitoring safety during exams, producing diagnostic images, documenting information, and reporting findings to the physician.
Centered in the heart of San Joaquin County, Adventist Health Lodi Memorial has been one of the area's leading healthcare providers since 1952.
We are comprised of a 190-bed hospital, 17 medical offices, home care services, comprehensive cancer care and a vast scope of award-winning services located throughout Lodi and the surrounding areas.
Lodi is known for its small-town charm, extensive vineyards and delicious local restaurants and bakeries.
The allure of Lodi's close-knit community is complimented by its proximity to major metropolitan cities in the Bay Area and Sacramento, as well as a quick drive to Lake Tahoe or the Northern California coast.
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€" Radiography (ARRT-R): Required Radiologic Tech (RT) in the state of practice: Required in CA and HI Basic Life Support (BLS) 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: 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.
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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.
Candidates are required to possess American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT-R) certification, a state Radiologic Tech (RT) license (required in CA and HI), and Basic Life Support (BLS/HS-BLS/RQI BLS) certification. A Fluoroscopy license is required in California within six months of hire, and an Associate's Degree in radiologic technology is preferred.
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