County of Ventura
X-Ray Technologist Per Diem Pool I/II/III/IV
County of Ventura, Santa Paula, California, us, 93061
Job Overview
Under direct supervision (Rad Tech PDP II) and general supervision (Rad Tech-PDP III/IV), prepares and positions patients for radiographic and fluoroscopic examinations and makes exposures and performs quality control measures for the purpose of ensuring optimal quality images for interpretation by the radiologist in an accurate and timely manner.
Distinguishing Characteristics Per Diem Pool (PDP) classifications are distinguished from the Regular classifications in that incumbents in these classifications receive limited benefits. They will receive shift differential, standby and callback premium pay and will participate in the Ventura County Employees' Retirement Association if they are assigned a biweekly work schedule of 64 hours or more. Incumbents hired into these positions are not guaranteed any specific number of work hours per biweekly pay period, and management has the authority to relieve them from duty when there is insufficient work.
Approximate Salary
Radiologic Technologist PDP I
$31.81 per hour
Radiologic Technologist PDP II
$38.84 per hour
Radiologic Technologist PDP III
$45.88 per hour
Radiologic Technologist PDP IV
$49.41 per hour
SHIFT DIFFERENTIAL An employee in this role may be eligible for an evening/night shift differential of 5% above their current base salary.
DEPARTMENT/AGENCY Health Care Agency – Ventura County Medical Center
Radiologic Technologists I/II/III/IV - PDP are represented by the Services Employees International Union (SEIU) and are eligible for overtime compensation.
There are currently two (2) Per Diem Pool vacancies.
OPENING DATE October 16, 2025
CLOSING DATE November 7, 2025
Duties
Prepares and positions patients for examination according to approved modality protocols.
Operates various portable and stationary imaging equipment throughout the hospital to obtain images for diagnostic interpretation by Radiologists.
Completes the billing process for each patient encounter utilizing all Imaging department electronic systems and the hospital electronic medical record system.
Transports patients to and from the Imaging departments when necessary.
Performs other related duties as required.
Level IV
Performs the more specialized and difficult diagnostic procedures which may include preparing, positioning, and transferring patients as well as serving as a technical specialist in one or more diagnostic imaging modalities.
These are entrance requirements to the exam process and assure neither continuance in the process nor placement on an eligible list.
Qualifications Per Diem Pool I
Current certification as a Radiologic Technologist issued by the State of California Department of Public Health.
Possession of a valid Fluoroscopy Permit issued by the State of California Department of Public Health/Radiologic Health Branch.
Possession of a valid CPR certification.
Per Diem Pool II
In addition to the above, X-Ray Technologist PDP II requirements include:
EDUCATION
Graduation from a single two-year allied health education program that is patient-care related OR
Graduation from a program accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Professionals (CAAHEP) that specifically conducts programmatic accreditation for diagnostic medical sonography/diagnostic cardiac sonography/vascular technology OR
Bachelor's degree in sonography or vascular technology OR
Bachelor's degree in any major and the equivalent of one (1) year of full-time clinical ultrasound/vascular experience (NOTE: this experience cannot be used to satisfy the experience required below).
In addition to the above, X-Ray Technologist PDP III and IV requirements include:
Per Diem Pool III
In addition to the above, X-Ray Technologist PDP III requirements include:
Minimum one (1) year of experience performing the duties in:
A
Two (2) of the following modalities/essential area of expertise: X-Ray/Fluoroscopy, Computed Tomography, Electronic Medical Record, Interventional Radiology, Mammography, Magnetic Resonance Imaging and PACS Administrator.
B
One (1) of the following modalities/essential area of expertise: X-Ray/Fluoroscopy.
Per Diem Pool IV
In addition to the above, X-Ray Technologist PDP IV requirements include:
Minimum five (5) years of experience performing the duties in:
A
Two (2) of the following modalities/essential area of expertise: X-Ray/Fluoroscopy, Computed Tomography, Electronic Medical Record, Interventional Radiology, Mammography, Magnetic Resonance Imaging and PACS Administrator.
B
One (1) of the following modalities/essential area of expertise: X-Ray/Fluoroscopy.
Desired
American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT).
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Per Diem Pool I
Working knowledge of:
Anatomy, physiology, physics and medical terminology as it relates to each modality;
Adherence to HIPAA regulations;
Exam specific requirements when imaging neonates, pediatric and adult patients;
Documentation required for exam billing processes;
Skill in positioning patients for image acquisition including shielding per ALARA.
Demonstrated ability to:
Establish effective working relationships with patients, physicians, and staff.
Provide clear and concise explanations to patients to reduce anxieties and obtain cooperation.
Communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
Proficient performing exams requiring sterile field set-up and maintenance.
Per Diem Pool II/III
In addition to the above, Working knowledge of:
Ability to perform routine and complex and/or specialty imaging services studies to include measurements of normal and abnormal pathology and detailed anatomical statistics.
Per Diem Pool IV
In addition to the above, Working knowledge of:
The Joint Commission requirements, National Patient Safety Goals and all pertinent regulations per modality.
Demonstrated ability to:
Perform exams requiring sterile field set-up and maintenance.
Perform routine and complex and/or specialty imaging services studies to include measurements of normal and abnormal pathology and detailed anatomical statistics.
Supplemental Information Duties are performed in an acute care setting and include frequent lifting of and/or transportation of patients by wheelchair or gurney/stretcher; moving imaging equipment to patient’s bedside for portable studies and standing for extended periods of time; possible continued exposure to x-radiation scatter; and exposure to various types of infectious diseases, blood, body tissues or excretions.
Shift assignments may include VCMC and/or Santa Paula Hospital and day, evening, night, weekend, and holiday hours. Standby/Callback shift assignments are a requirement of Computed Tomography Technologists, Echocardiology Technicians, Ultrasonographers, Magnetic Resonance Technologists, Interventional Radiology Technologists and the PACS System Administrative Technologist.
Application Information Final filing date: Your application must be received by County of Ventura Human Resources, Health Care Agency, no later than November 07, 2025 at 5:00 p.m.
To apply online, visit www.ventura.org/jobs. If you prefer to fill out a paper application form, please call (805) 677-5184, for application materials and submit them to County of Ventura Human Resources, Health Care Agency, 646 County Square Dr., Ventura, CA 93009.
Lateral transfer option: If presently permanently employed in another merit or civil service public agency/entity in the same or substantively similar position as is advertised, and if appointed to that position by successful performance in a merit or civil service style examination, then appointment by Lateral Transfer may be possible. If interested, please click here for additional information.
Note to Applicants It is essential that you complete all sections of your application and supplemental questionnaire thoroughly and accurately to demonstrate your qualifications. A resume and/or other related documents may be attached to supplement the information in your application and supplemental questionnaire; however, it/they may not be submitted in lieu of the application.
Supplemental questionnaire – Qualifying: All applicants are required to complete and submit the questionnaire for this examination at the time of filing. The supplemental questionnaire may be used throughout the examination process to assist in determining each applicant's qualifications and acceptability for the position. Failure to complete and submit the questionnaire will result in the application being removed from consideration.
Application evaluation – Pass/Fail: An application evaluation will be conducted to determine whether or not each applicant possesses the required licensure, certification, and experience for this recruitment. Those candidates who meet the requirements will be placed on the eligible list.
Candidates successfully completing the examination process may be placed on an eligible list for a period of one (1) year.
Background investigation: A thorough pre-employment, post offer background investigation which may include inquiry into past employment, education, criminal background information, and driving record may be required for this position.
EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY The County of Ventura is an equal opportunity employer to all, regardless of age, ancestry, color, disability (mental and physical), exercising the right to family care and medical leave, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, political affiliation, race, religious creed, sex (includes pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, and related medical conditions), and sexual orientation.
Contact For further information about this recruitment, please contact Rhiannon Flores by e‑mail at Rhiannon.Flores@ventura.org or by telephone at (805) 677-5183.
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Distinguishing Characteristics Per Diem Pool (PDP) classifications are distinguished from the Regular classifications in that incumbents in these classifications receive limited benefits. They will receive shift differential, standby and callback premium pay and will participate in the Ventura County Employees' Retirement Association if they are assigned a biweekly work schedule of 64 hours or more. Incumbents hired into these positions are not guaranteed any specific number of work hours per biweekly pay period, and management has the authority to relieve them from duty when there is insufficient work.
Approximate Salary
Radiologic Technologist PDP I
$31.81 per hour
Radiologic Technologist PDP II
$38.84 per hour
Radiologic Technologist PDP III
$45.88 per hour
Radiologic Technologist PDP IV
$49.41 per hour
SHIFT DIFFERENTIAL An employee in this role may be eligible for an evening/night shift differential of 5% above their current base salary.
DEPARTMENT/AGENCY Health Care Agency – Ventura County Medical Center
Radiologic Technologists I/II/III/IV - PDP are represented by the Services Employees International Union (SEIU) and are eligible for overtime compensation.
There are currently two (2) Per Diem Pool vacancies.
OPENING DATE October 16, 2025
CLOSING DATE November 7, 2025
Duties
Prepares and positions patients for examination according to approved modality protocols.
Operates various portable and stationary imaging equipment throughout the hospital to obtain images for diagnostic interpretation by Radiologists.
Completes the billing process for each patient encounter utilizing all Imaging department electronic systems and the hospital electronic medical record system.
Transports patients to and from the Imaging departments when necessary.
Performs other related duties as required.
Level IV
Performs the more specialized and difficult diagnostic procedures which may include preparing, positioning, and transferring patients as well as serving as a technical specialist in one or more diagnostic imaging modalities.
These are entrance requirements to the exam process and assure neither continuance in the process nor placement on an eligible list.
Qualifications Per Diem Pool I
Current certification as a Radiologic Technologist issued by the State of California Department of Public Health.
Possession of a valid Fluoroscopy Permit issued by the State of California Department of Public Health/Radiologic Health Branch.
Possession of a valid CPR certification.
Per Diem Pool II
In addition to the above, X-Ray Technologist PDP II requirements include:
EDUCATION
Graduation from a single two-year allied health education program that is patient-care related OR
Graduation from a program accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Professionals (CAAHEP) that specifically conducts programmatic accreditation for diagnostic medical sonography/diagnostic cardiac sonography/vascular technology OR
Bachelor's degree in sonography or vascular technology OR
Bachelor's degree in any major and the equivalent of one (1) year of full-time clinical ultrasound/vascular experience (NOTE: this experience cannot be used to satisfy the experience required below).
In addition to the above, X-Ray Technologist PDP III and IV requirements include:
Per Diem Pool III
In addition to the above, X-Ray Technologist PDP III requirements include:
Minimum one (1) year of experience performing the duties in:
A
Two (2) of the following modalities/essential area of expertise: X-Ray/Fluoroscopy, Computed Tomography, Electronic Medical Record, Interventional Radiology, Mammography, Magnetic Resonance Imaging and PACS Administrator.
B
One (1) of the following modalities/essential area of expertise: X-Ray/Fluoroscopy.
Per Diem Pool IV
In addition to the above, X-Ray Technologist PDP IV requirements include:
Minimum five (5) years of experience performing the duties in:
A
Two (2) of the following modalities/essential area of expertise: X-Ray/Fluoroscopy, Computed Tomography, Electronic Medical Record, Interventional Radiology, Mammography, Magnetic Resonance Imaging and PACS Administrator.
B
One (1) of the following modalities/essential area of expertise: X-Ray/Fluoroscopy.
Desired
American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT).
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Per Diem Pool I
Working knowledge of:
Anatomy, physiology, physics and medical terminology as it relates to each modality;
Adherence to HIPAA regulations;
Exam specific requirements when imaging neonates, pediatric and adult patients;
Documentation required for exam billing processes;
Skill in positioning patients for image acquisition including shielding per ALARA.
Demonstrated ability to:
Establish effective working relationships with patients, physicians, and staff.
Provide clear and concise explanations to patients to reduce anxieties and obtain cooperation.
Communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
Proficient performing exams requiring sterile field set-up and maintenance.
Per Diem Pool II/III
In addition to the above, Working knowledge of:
Ability to perform routine and complex and/or specialty imaging services studies to include measurements of normal and abnormal pathology and detailed anatomical statistics.
Per Diem Pool IV
In addition to the above, Working knowledge of:
The Joint Commission requirements, National Patient Safety Goals and all pertinent regulations per modality.
Demonstrated ability to:
Perform exams requiring sterile field set-up and maintenance.
Perform routine and complex and/or specialty imaging services studies to include measurements of normal and abnormal pathology and detailed anatomical statistics.
Supplemental Information Duties are performed in an acute care setting and include frequent lifting of and/or transportation of patients by wheelchair or gurney/stretcher; moving imaging equipment to patient’s bedside for portable studies and standing for extended periods of time; possible continued exposure to x-radiation scatter; and exposure to various types of infectious diseases, blood, body tissues or excretions.
Shift assignments may include VCMC and/or Santa Paula Hospital and day, evening, night, weekend, and holiday hours. Standby/Callback shift assignments are a requirement of Computed Tomography Technologists, Echocardiology Technicians, Ultrasonographers, Magnetic Resonance Technologists, Interventional Radiology Technologists and the PACS System Administrative Technologist.
Application Information Final filing date: Your application must be received by County of Ventura Human Resources, Health Care Agency, no later than November 07, 2025 at 5:00 p.m.
To apply online, visit www.ventura.org/jobs. If you prefer to fill out a paper application form, please call (805) 677-5184, for application materials and submit them to County of Ventura Human Resources, Health Care Agency, 646 County Square Dr., Ventura, CA 93009.
Lateral transfer option: If presently permanently employed in another merit or civil service public agency/entity in the same or substantively similar position as is advertised, and if appointed to that position by successful performance in a merit or civil service style examination, then appointment by Lateral Transfer may be possible. If interested, please click here for additional information.
Note to Applicants It is essential that you complete all sections of your application and supplemental questionnaire thoroughly and accurately to demonstrate your qualifications. A resume and/or other related documents may be attached to supplement the information in your application and supplemental questionnaire; however, it/they may not be submitted in lieu of the application.
Supplemental questionnaire – Qualifying: All applicants are required to complete and submit the questionnaire for this examination at the time of filing. The supplemental questionnaire may be used throughout the examination process to assist in determining each applicant's qualifications and acceptability for the position. Failure to complete and submit the questionnaire will result in the application being removed from consideration.
Application evaluation – Pass/Fail: An application evaluation will be conducted to determine whether or not each applicant possesses the required licensure, certification, and experience for this recruitment. Those candidates who meet the requirements will be placed on the eligible list.
Candidates successfully completing the examination process may be placed on an eligible list for a period of one (1) year.
Background investigation: A thorough pre-employment, post offer background investigation which may include inquiry into past employment, education, criminal background information, and driving record may be required for this position.
EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY The County of Ventura is an equal opportunity employer to all, regardless of age, ancestry, color, disability (mental and physical), exercising the right to family care and medical leave, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, political affiliation, race, religious creed, sex (includes pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, and related medical conditions), and sexual orientation.
Contact For further information about this recruitment, please contact Rhiannon Flores by e‑mail at Rhiannon.Flores@ventura.org or by telephone at (805) 677-5183.
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