Cath Lab- Radiology Technologist ARRT

JOB DUTIES : Radiology Technologist ARRTPerforms general diagnostic procedures using fixed or portable, general, digital, fluoroscopic or other diagnostic equipment; lifts and carries cassettes to and from imaging equipment; manipulates and manages images; positions patients and selects technical factors based on knowledge of radiologic science, specific equipment and patient assessment.Applies principles of radiation safety in compliance with federal, state and departmental standards; uses appropriate filters, cones, protective clothing and devices to obtain high-quality images with radiation exposure levels as low as reasonably achievable to patients, others and self; wears and exchanges radiation monitoring devices.Assesses general patient condition, including stability, pain and safety, and as necessary takes action consistent with standards; monitors medical equipment and promptly adjusts or reports problems; observes and documents patient physical and procedural restraints.Documents procedures and events in the patients medical record and departmental logs, in accordance with regulatory, hospital and departmental standards; identifies images and documents with patient, technologist, date/time and laterality information.Transports patients using gurneys, wheelchairs and beds; transfers patients to and from the exam table.Schedules procedures and patients, transfers paper orders into an electronic order entry system; produces, processes and collates images and paperwork, and submits them for interpretation; receives and assists patients and other customers; answers departmental telephones; may be assigned to coordinate patient flow.License & Certification:Possession of a current license issued by the State of California as a Certified Radiologic Technologist (CRT) [License status must be current according to ]; ANDCurrent registration with, the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) [Registration status must be current according to ]; ANDMust obtain a valid permit to use Fluoroscopy equipment issued by the California Department of Health Services, Radiologic Health Branch within six (6) months of appointment. Possession of valid Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) certificate issued by the American Heart Association.Experience: One (1) year of experience working as a Radiologic Technologist; ANDLicense & Certification:Possession of a current license issued by the State of California as a Certified Radiologic Technologist (CRT) [License status must be current according to ]; ANDCurrent registration with, the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) [Registration status must be current according to ]; ANDARRT certification in at least one advanced modality: (e.g. Mammography (MM), Computed Tomography (CT), Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI), Quality Management (QM), Bone Densitometry (BD), Cardiac-Interventional (CI), or Vascular-Interventional Radiography (VI)); ANDPossession of valid Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) certificate issued by the American Heart Association [Certification status must be current according to ]; ANDPossession of a valid permit to use Fluoroscopy issued by California Department of Health Services, Radiologic Health BranchEDUCATION:Other: Graduate of an accredited Radiologic Technologist ProgramCERTIFICATION & LICENSURE:ARRT-American Register of Radiologic Technologist and evidence of application for CRT (may not begin work until the CRT is verified online)OR CRT-Certified Radiologic Technologist (from state where work is being performed)ARRT-American Register of Radiologic TechnologistBLS-Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider Upon HireRHF-Radiology Fluoroscopy within 180 Days of hire if required at the affiliateTYPICAL EXPERIENCE:2 years recent relevant experienceSKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE:General knowledge of diagnostic radiology principles, procedures, views, and equipment, including some experience responding to traumas and various hospital emergencies.

Created: 2025-06-03