Rad Tech Multi Modality Full Time Rotate
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Job DescriptionWelcome to Hi-Desert Medical Center, where you'll benefit from: A 59-bed acute primary care facility offering you and your family first-rate health care close to home A wide range of quality inpatient and outpatient diagnostic, treatment and rehabilitation services, home health and hospice services, and a variety of community outreach programs A dedicated team of quality, caring, health care professionals Position SummaryPerforms all types of general diagnostic radiological procedures, general fluoroscopic procedures and interventional procedures as required of the position of a Radiologic Technologist, Advanced. Cat Scan (CT) Technologist performs a variety of CT procedures, to include head, thorax, abdomen, pelvis, spine and extremity examinations. Performs CT-guided interventional procedures, 3-D imaging, reconstruction of images and has a broad knowledge base in scan parameters, scan techniques and image data manipulation. Competency will be assessed by testing, demonstration and/or direct observation. Position reports to Chief Radiologic Technologist. Maintains quality assurance and performance improvement activities within the department as directed. Complies with all Joint Commission, federal, state and local regulatory laws, standards and protocols. Requires excellent customer service skills. Shift: RotateDays off:ResponsibilitiesPrimary Duties

Responsible for the care and safety of patients undergoing treatment and use of equipment to minimize hazards of electric shock, burns and extraneous radiation to patients.

Responsible for safe handling of equipment.

Instructs and prepares patients for radiologic, fluoroscopic, interventional and CT procedures.

Selects appropriate equipment to use for procedure.

Determines most suitable anatomical posture and positions and shields patients accordingly.

Able to assess patient pain interfering with imaging procedure; makes appropriate physician contact for intervention.

Performs all aspects of patient care in an environment that optimizes patient safety and reduces the likelihood of medical/health care errors (e.g., adherence to Joint Commission National Patient Safety Goals).

Makes special radiographic examinations requiring special equipment and procedures such as interventional procedures, intra-operative procedures and CT examinations, interventional and non-interventional.

Accurately completes all necessary PACS functions; assures timely presentation of images to radiologists.

Practices aseptic technique for medical and surgical procedures.

Assists in maintaining basic records and reports.

Assists in training of students and new imaging personnel.

Takes standby call on a rotational basis.

Interacts professionally with physicians, patient's family members and employees.

Completes all tasks in a timely fashion.

Provides care appropriate to condition and age of the patient, including newborn, pediatric, geriatric and general population.

Attends at least 75% of staff meetings; reviews minutes of all unattended meetings.

Qualifications

High School graduate; BS degree preferred.

Graduation from an approved school of Radiologic Technology, either college affiliated or hospital trained.

Certified by the State of California to administer radiation. Current California Fluoroscopy Permit required. IV certification required for contrast administration required. CT certification preferred.

Current BLS certification.

Minimum of three (3) continuous years experience as a CT Technologist preferred.

Able to communicate effectively in English, both verbally and in writing.

Basic computer knowledge.

#LI-TM2Tenet complies with federal, state, and/or local laws regarding mandatory vaccination of its workforce. If you are offered this position and must be vaccinated under any applicable law, you will be required to show proof of full vaccination or obtain an approval of a religious or medical exemption prior to your start date. If you receive an exemption from the vaccination requirement, you will be required to submit to regular testing in accordance with the law.About UsWho We AreWe are a community built on care. Our caregivers and supporting staff extend compassion to those in need, helping to improve the health and well-being of those we serve, and provide comfort and healing. Your community is our community.Our StoryWe started out as a small operation in California. In May 1969, we acquired four hospitals, some additional care facilities and real estate for the future development of hospitals. Over the years, we've grown tremendously in size, scope and capability, building a home in new markets over time, and curating those homes to provide a compassionate environment for those entrusting us with their care.We have a rich history at Tenet. There are so many stories of compassionate care; so many firsts in terms of medical innovation; so many examples of enhancing healthcare delivery and shaping a business that is truly centered around patients and community need. Tenet and our predecessors have enabled us to touch many different elements of healthcare and make a difference in the lives of others.Our Impact TodayToday, we are leading health system and services platform that continues to evolve in lockstep with community need. Tenet's operations include three businesses - our hospitals and physicians, USPI and Conifer Health Solutions.Our impact spreads far and deep with 65 hospitals and approximately 510 outpatient centers and additional sites of care. We are differentiated by our top notch medical specialists and service lines that are tailored within each community we serve. The work Conifer is doing will help provide the foundation for better health for clients across the country, through the delivery of healthcare-focused revenue cycle management and value-based care solutions.Together as an enterprise, we work to save lives and can accept nothing less than excellence from ourselves in service of our patients and their families, every day.About the TeamCareers at TenetAt Tenet Healthcare, the heart of what we do centers on caring with compassion, which ultimately creates a bond between our caregivers and patients. Everyone contributes to these moments, whether providing care directly or supporting those who do.As an organization, we provide employees with resources, tools and support to serve our patients and customers in the best way possible. We also take care of one another, helping team members further develop their career pathways and maximize their potential.