What are the responsibilities and job description for the XRay/CT Technologist position at Methodist Hospital Sacramento?
Job Summary and Responsibilities
As our Special Proc Technologist, you will be a vital clinical professional, applying specialized X-ray energy for patient diagnosis or treatment. Every day, you'll meticulously perform complex radiological procedures and techniques, producing high-quality images for interpretation by licensed practitioners. You'll ensure patient safety, comfort, and accurate positioning, operating advanced equipment with precision and upholding imaging standards. To be successful, you'll combine strong technical expertise with exceptional attention to detail, a deep understanding of radiation safety, and a compassionate, patient-focused approach, contributing to accurate diagnoses and effective treatment.
Job Requirements
- Medical Radiographer: CA
- Basic Life Support from American Heart Association.
- Fluoroscopy Radiology Tech (FLRAD) CA.
- 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.
- Accurately operate and care for Information System computers in the department. Work independently on-call covering all normal clerical and technical functions.
Where You'll Work
Built-in 1973, Dignity Health Methodist Hospital of Sacramento is committed to providing daily excellence in health care for residents of Sacramento’s southern suburbs, including the Elk Grove, Wilton, and Galt communities. Methodist Hospital is home to a 158 acute-care bed facility with 1,120 employees, 283 medical staff, and 29 Emergency Department beds. Methodist Hospital also owns and operates Bruceville Terrace – a 171-bed, sub-acute skilled nursing long-term care facility adjacent to the hospital that provides care for the elderly, as well as those requiring extended recoveries. Methodist Hospital is home to the Family Medicine Residency Program, an accredited and nationally recognized program which provides resident physicians with specialty training in primary care family medicine. Together, the hospital and residency program implemented a ground-breaking curriculum addressing the identification, treatment, and assistance of human trafficking victims and created a one-of-a-kind health clinic for victims, the Human Trafficking Medical Home.
One Community. One Mission. One California
Salary : $71