Radiology Technologist, Per Diem, Day/Eve - Greenbrae, United States - Marin General Hospital

Description

ABOUT MARINHEALTH MEDICAL CENTER:
Come and be a part of our healing team at the award-winning MarinHealth Medical Center.

We are Marin County's only full-service acute care hospital and a vital resource for a wide range of essential healthcare services.

Our mission - and our pride - is to serve our community with the healing care they want and deserve.

We attract the finest physicians and employees who appreciate having the best of both worlds:

high quality care on par with an academic medical center combined with the personalized, caring touch of an independent hospital.

WHAT WE OFFER:

MarinHealth Medical Center offers a generous suite of employee benefits, which includes a comprehensive and rich health benefits program (medical, dental, vision and prescription plans).

Our robust Wellness @ Work program (e.g. onsite health & fitness classes, discounts, etc) also promotes a healthier lifestyle for employees and to support you on your Healthy Healer journey.

Other benefits include, but are not limited to, a 403(b) contribution plan and company-funded retirement plan, life insurance, vacation, holiday and sick leave, which you will start accruing immediately.

Our benefits are highly competitive and considered to be one of the best in the Bay Area Find your healing place at MarinHealth Medical CenterExternal hires are subject to a background check and pre-employment medical screen.

Qualified applicants with arrest records and/or conviction records will be considered for employment in a manner consistent with federal, state and local laws.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status or disability status and any other classifications protected by federal, state & local laws.

JOB SUMMARY:
This is an entry-level position for a Radiological Technologist with no acute care facility employment experience.

The Radiological Technologist provides general radiology examinations to patients under the supervision of a more experienced technologist and under the supervision of the Lead Radiological Technologist.

A technologist who is certified by the State of California (CRD and by the ARRT (American Registry of Radiologic Technologists) and must obtain a Fluoroscopy certification within 12 months of hire date.

JOB SPECIFICATIONS:

EDUCATION

• Formal Training in an accredited Radiological program
• High School diploma, GED or equivalent preferred

EXPERIENCE:
Clinical Student internship experience as part of accredited training program is required (see education). Typically the student intern must accrue 2400 hours before State of California certification.


PREREQUISITE SKILLS

• Technical ability to perform all diagnostic radiography examinations as outlined in the MGH Diagnostic Imaging Services department policy and procedure manual
• Ability to interact with general public, clients, staff and referring physicians with diplomacy, tact and goodwill
• Able to communicate effectively with patients who are under stress
• Ability to participate in department team quality improvement activities

LICENSE/REGISTRATION/CERTIFICATION:

• Required possession of valid California Certified Radiological Technologist Certificate (CRT).
• Required possession of Fluoroscopy Certificate within 12 months of hire date
• Required Possession of valid Basic Life Saving Certificate with American Heart Association.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
ESSENTIAL (not modifiable)

• Competently performs all diagnostic imaging examinations as outlined in the department policy and procedure manual
• Accurately correlates patient clinical history with the Radiology exam to be performed
• Competently uses universal precautions when working with patients in isolation status and in sterile surgery
• Competently assists with department clerical functions
• Attends and participates in department meetings monthly, must attend 10 of 12 meetings
• Keeps current with changes in policy and procedure
• May require work shift rotation in order to participate in training
• Ability to accurately troubleshoot radiology equipment in order to knowledgeably communicate need for repair to service personnel
• Uses effective critical thinking skills in order to implement alternative methods when problems arise so that satisfactory solutions are achieved
• Knowledgeable about equipment down time procedures for Radiology Information System, Computer Radiology System (CR) and PACS
• Accurately prioritizes work assignments
• Effectively schedules work load for maximum productivity
• Effectively responds to emergency situations. Able to integrate emergency work into regularly scheduled responsibilities
• Develops and maintains effective work relationships with management, staff; patients, and physicians
• Accurately uses hospital information system to process patient information
• Accurately uses Radiology Information system, CR and PACS in order to process patient information
• Keeps current with changes, revisions, and continuing education in Radiology Information System
• Maintains all clinical competencies
• Attends continuing education in order to maintain certification, licensure, and accreditation
• Constantly promotes a positive and professional image in the hospital
• Performs special projects at the request of Radiological Technologist IV or Director
• Other duties as assigned

At MarinHealth, our top priority is the well-being of our employees, patients, and community.

As such, we require all employees to receive necessary immunizations, including the measles, mumps, varicella, and seasonal flu vaccinations as a condition of employment and annually thereafter.

Additionally, the continued recommendation to obtain a COVID + booster vaccination status.

We understand that some individuals may require medical or religious exemptions from these requirements, but we remain committed to prioritizing the health and safety of all.

Thank you for helping us in our efforts to maintain a healthy and safe environment for all.

The compensation for this role listed on this posting is in compliance with applicable law. The selected candidate's compensation will be determined based on the individual's skills, experience, internal/market equity factors, and qualifications.

This posted minimum and maximum range represents the minimum and maximum of what we reasonably expect to compensate for the position.

Furthermore, all compensation decisions are ultimately determined in accordance with our compensation philosophy. Compensation for positions covered by collective bargaining agreements are governed by the agreements in the aforementioned document.