Job Information
Dignity Health Special Procedures Tech, MRI in Sacramento, California
Overview
Nestled in the heart of East Sacramento Dignity Health Mercy General Hospital is a 313 bed acute care facility that provides a wide range of services with special advocacy for the poor and underserved. Mercy General is home to the nationally ranked Alex G. Spanos Heart & Vascular Institute. Key achievements and recognitions include: from the Joint Commission; Advanced Joint Replacement Spine Center of Excellence Primary Stroke Center Ventricular Assist Device and Chest Pain Certification. Other accolades include CMS 5 stars Practice Green Health 2021 Leapfrog Hospital Safety Grade A Level 4 Epilepsy Center and Opioid Stewardship Honor Roll. Mercy General Hospital is proud to foster inclusion and diversity as part of our mission vision and values.
Responsibilities
Position Summary:
The incumbent performs Imaging procedures in mammography or two modalities determined by the needs of the Imaging Department. Procedures are performed according to written or transcribed verbal orders of a physician within the scope of his/her certification at all MHS facilities according to established standards and practices under the direction of the Imaging Supervisor and the Medical Director. Demonstrates competency in patient care for neonate pediatric adult and geriatric patients. Other duties are assigned/approved by the Supervisor. Technologist can be required to participate in the departments call schedule to ensure coverage weeknights weekends and holidays.
Special skills required:
Knowledge of: Anatomy and physiology for Imaging including cross sectional relationships, Medical terminology relating to Imaging procedures, Principles of operation and care of Imaging Systems and accessory equipment
Ability to: Minimize radiation exposure to patients, self and other persons
Perform general and specialized radiographic procedures which meet the departments standard of quality
Develop and maintain a cooperative working relationship with physicians and hospital personnel
Maintain confidentiality of patient records and information
Organize work assignments, maintaining accurate and complete records Maintain a high degree of accuracy in procedural details and required documentation
Accurately operate and care for Information System computers in the department
Work independently on-call covering all normal clerical and technical functions
Operate in and maintain a sterile environment
sign on bonus of $5,000.00 offered
Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications:
Candidates must have a current California license as a certified Radiologic Technologist with Fluoroscopic permit
CPR /BLS certification from the American Heart Association
Competency in Radiology and MRI modalities
Pay Range
$57.28 - $66.40 /hour
We are an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.