Dominican Hospital·Live Oak, California
Perform a variety of diagnostic imaging examinations including X-rays, CT scans, and MRIs to assist radiologists in patient diagnosis. Ensure high-quality image capture and maintain a positive patient experience through direct interaction and safe transport.
Where You’ll Work Founded in 1941, Dignity Health - Dominican Hospital is a 188-bed, acute care, nonprofit hospital located in Santa Cruz, California.
Serving over 80,000 patients annually, the hospital offers a full complement of services including heart care, orthopedics, and a Family Birthing Center.
Additionally, Dominican Hospital has been recognized as an LGBTQ+ Healthcare Equality High Performer by the Human Rights Campaign Foundation.
It is a Joint Commission-certified Primary Stroke Center, and has been awarded the AMA/ASA’s Get the Guidelines - Stroke Gold Plus Quality Achievement, recognizing the hospital’s commitment to providing the best stroke care.
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One California Job Summary and Responsibilities As our Radiologic Technologist (Rad Tech), you will be pivotal in producing diagnostic images that enable Radiologists to accurately diagnose and manage patient conditions.Each day you will perform a variety of imaging examinations, including X-rays, ultrasound, diagnostic fluoroscopy, CT/CAT scans, and MRIs, while actively contributing to a positive patient experience through direct interaction.To be successful in this role, you must deeply understand diagnostic imaging's critical importance, encompassing expertise in workflow, patient positioning, and capturing precise results essential for timely and accurate diagnoses.
Utilizes proper equipment (gurney, wheelchair, Hoyer-Lift, etc.) to safely transport patient.
Performs all routine diagnostic and fluoroscopic procedures.
Performs all routine CT or IR procedures.
Assigns all patient charges appropriately.
Records/reviews all techniques/procedures as required.
Clearly marks all radiographs as to side location, position, patient ID, etc.
Marks all CR images with correct markers.
Ensures all CR images are quality controlled and with correct S range.
Job Requirements Required Completion of radiologic technology training in an American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) approved school One year or more as a staff technologist and performs all routine and emergency radiographic and fluoroscopic procedures and operates the CT scanner for limited procedures and able to take call Able to perform basic IR procedures and take call Medical Radiographer: CA Fluoroscopy Radiology Tech: CA Registered Technologist Radiography: ARRT American Heart Association Basic Life Support - CPR Preferred Bachelors Of Science Radiologic science and 3 years of experience as a staff technologist Registered Technologist Computed Tomography or Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer or Certified Nuclear Medicine Technologist or Registered Technologist Nuclear Medicine Technology
Requires completion of an ARRT-approved radiologic technology program and at least one year of experience as a staff technologist. Must hold CA Fluoroscopy and Radiography licenses, ARRT registration, and BLS-CPR certification.
Market context
In California, Radiologic Technologist II roles often draw steady demand in hospitals and outpatient imaging settings, especially where diagnostic services run across multiple shifts. Competition tends to center on accredited training, ARRT or California CRT/DRT certification, BLS, and strong communication and time-management skills. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits on this platform to quickly compare fit against the original posting, then confirm your certifications and recent imaging experience before applying.
