Kaiser Permanente
Cat Scan Radiologic Technologist -24 hours
Kaiser Permanente, San Leandro, California, United States, 94579
Cat Scan Radiologic Technologist - 24 hours
Job Summary
Under the direction of the Imaging Services Director and Chief of Diagnostic Imaging, performs radiographic diagnostic imaging procedures to assist physicians in diagnosing disease and injuries. Operates radiographic equipment to produce recorded images and ensures optimal diagnostic quality while maintaining efficient and safe processes.
Essential Responsibilities
Performs specialized and routine diagnostic radiology procedures.
Exhibits a high degree of tact, courtesy, and poise, explains procedures to patients to reduce anxieties and obtain cooperation.
Prepares and positions patients for diagnostic imaging procedures.
Adjusts immobilization devices to obtain optimum views of specified areas of the body requested by the physician.
Determines exposure factors based on height, weight, portion of body involved, and depth of penetration required, and moves the equipment accordingly.
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 patient’s 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 exposure to patient and staff; completes forms and maintains records, logs, and reports.
Orients new hires and trains students.
Fills in as necessary in the absence of the supervising radiology technologist.
Performs other related duties as necessary.
Basic Qualifications
Minimum of two (2) years of experience in a Specialty CT 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).
Basic Life Support.
Additional Requirements
ACLS – when required for the position.
Ability to perform all general diagnostic and routine fluoroscopic duties on patients of all ages as determined by the employer.
Ability to read, write and comprehend instructions, correspondence, and memos.
Ability to effectively present information to individuals and groups with varying knowledge of Radiology services.
Must be willing to work in a Labor Management Partnership environment.
Refer to Position Specifications outlined in the appropriate collective bargaining agreement.
Radiologic Technologist Career Ladder Agreement (1) Radiologic Technologists without Venipuncture Certification – Working in a Modality where Venipuncture is NOT performed.
Radiologic Technologists working on or before October 05 at Kaiser Permanente WITHOUT California Venipuncture Certification in a Modality where it is NOT performed as part of their work assignment will not be required to obtain it.
For promotions, transfers or training in a Specialty that requires Venipuncture, the Technologist must obtain CA Venipuncture certification on or before the date of application.
The employer will provide the Technologist with educational opportunities in order to pass the California permit test at the Technologist’s request.
California Mammography Certificate, when required for the position.
Preferred Qualifications
N/A
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Under the direction of the Imaging Services Director and Chief of Diagnostic Imaging, performs radiographic diagnostic imaging procedures to assist physicians in diagnosing disease and injuries. Operates radiographic equipment to produce recorded images and ensures optimal diagnostic quality while maintaining efficient and safe processes.
Essential Responsibilities
Performs specialized and routine diagnostic radiology procedures.
Exhibits a high degree of tact, courtesy, and poise, explains procedures to patients to reduce anxieties and obtain cooperation.
Prepares and positions patients for diagnostic imaging procedures.
Adjusts immobilization devices to obtain optimum views of specified areas of the body requested by the physician.
Determines exposure factors based on height, weight, portion of body involved, and depth of penetration required, and moves the equipment accordingly.
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 patient’s 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 exposure to patient and staff; completes forms and maintains records, logs, and reports.
Orients new hires and trains students.
Fills in as necessary in the absence of the supervising radiology technologist.
Performs other related duties as necessary.
Basic Qualifications
Minimum of two (2) years of experience in a Specialty CT 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).
Basic Life Support.
Additional Requirements
ACLS – when required for the position.
Ability to perform all general diagnostic and routine fluoroscopic duties on patients of all ages as determined by the employer.
Ability to read, write and comprehend instructions, correspondence, and memos.
Ability to effectively present information to individuals and groups with varying knowledge of Radiology services.
Must be willing to work in a Labor Management Partnership environment.
Refer to Position Specifications outlined in the appropriate collective bargaining agreement.
Radiologic Technologist Career Ladder Agreement (1) Radiologic Technologists without Venipuncture Certification – Working in a Modality where Venipuncture is NOT performed.
Radiologic Technologists working on or before October 05 at Kaiser Permanente WITHOUT California Venipuncture Certification in a Modality where it is NOT performed as part of their work assignment will not be required to obtain it.
For promotions, transfers or training in a Specialty that requires Venipuncture, the Technologist must obtain CA Venipuncture certification on or before the date of application.
The employer will provide the Technologist with educational opportunities in order to pass the California permit test at the Technologist’s request.
California Mammography Certificate, when required for the position.
Preferred Qualifications
N/A
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