X Ray Tech

Where You’ll Work

Dignity Health Mercy San Juan Medical Center is a 384-bed not-for-profit Level 2 Trauma Center located in Carmichael California. We have served north Sacramento County as well as south Placer County for over 50 years. Our facility is one of the area's largest medical centers and also one of the most comprehensive. Our staff and volunteers are dedicated to community well-being; providing excellent patient care to all. Mercy San Juan Medical Center is a Comprehensive Stroke Center as well as a Spine Center of Excellence. We are proud recipients of the Perinatal Care Certificate of Excellence and a Certificate of Excellence for Hip and Knee Replacements.

One Community. One Mission. 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 your 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.

Job Requirements

Required

• California State Department of HealthServices certification as a Certified Radiologic Technologist (CRT).
• Radiologic Technologist with Fluoroscopic CA permit.
• Medical Radiographer MRAD CA.
• Basic Life Support from AHA.
• Displays competency in general radiology in addition to one other modality.
• Angiography - Special Procedures, MRI, CT, or Mammography.
• Anatomy and physiology for imaging including cross sectional relationships.
• Medical terminology relating to Imaging.
• Principles of operation and care of primary and accessory imaging equipment.
• Currently accepted diagnostic Radiologic procedures Radiation safety requirements and practices for the operator, patient and public.
• Film processing systems and/or PACS.
• Preparation, use and hazards of diagnostic contrast materials.
• Ability to Minimize radiation exposure to patients, self and other persons.
• Perform general and specialized radiographic procedures which meet the department's standard of quality.
• Recognize and respond to allergic reactions and other life-threatening patient conditions which might arise during the examination process.
• Act courteously and with tact in dealing with patients, visitors and the public.
• Effectively and empathetically deal with agitated, ill and distressed patients.
• Develop and maintain cooperative working relationships with physicians and other healthcare personnel.