Radiologic Technologist I, II, III (2471) - Citywide - ...

The Department of Public Health prioritizes equitable and inclusive access to quality healthcare for its community and values the importance of diversity in its workforce. All employees at the Department of Public Health work to advance equity, inclusion, and diversity with a specific lens and focus on race, ethnicity, gender, sex, sexuality, disability, and immigration status. This is a Citywide Exam posting. Your applicationu00a0tou00a0this posting is an application to take a citywide exam.u00a0 + Application Opening - February 23, 2023 + Application Deadline: Continuous + Appointment Type:u00a0Permanent Civil Service ( + Recruitment ID: CCT-2471-H00049 NOTE:u00a0Work hours may include days, evenings, and alternating weekends. San Francisco is a vibrant and dynamic city, on the forefront of economic growth & innovation, urban development, arts & entertainment, as well as social issues & change. This rich tapestry of culture and ideas is sustained by ouru00a0City'su00a0commitment to heighten the quality of life for the diverse population of San Franciscans and residents of the greater Bay Area. Our employees playu00a0an important roleu00a0not only in making ouru00a0Cityu00a0what it is today, but also in shaping the future of San Francisco.u00a0 The Mission of the San Francisco Department of Public Health (SFDPH) is to protect and promote the health of all San Franciscans. SFDPH strives to achieve its mission through the work of multiple divisions - the San Francisco Health Network, Population Health, Behavioral Health Services, and Administration. The San Francisco Health Network is the Cityu2019s only complete system of care and has locations throughout theu00a0City, including Zuckerberg San Francisco General Hospital and Trauma Center, Laguna Honda Hospital and Rehabilitation Center, and over 15 primary care health centers. The Population Health Division (PHD) provides core public health services for the City and County of San Francisco: health protection, health promotion, disease and injury prevention, and disaster preparedness and response. Behavioral Health Servicesu00a0operatesu00a0in conjunction with SFHN andu00a0providesu00a0a range of mental health and substance use treatment services. The essential functions of a 2471 Radiologic Technologist I include, but are not limited to: Level I: + Performs 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.u00a0u00a0u00a0u00a0u00a0u00a0u00a0u00a0u00a0u00a0u00a0u00a0u00a0u00a0u00a0u00a0u00a0u00a0u00a0u00a0u00a0 + 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.u00a0u00a0u00a0u00a0u00a0u00a0u00a0u00a0u00a0u00a0u00a0u00a0u00a0u00a0u00a0u00a0u00a0u00a0u00a0u00a0u00a0u00a0u00a0u00a0u00a0u00a0 + 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.u00a0u00a0 + Documents procedures and events in the patient's 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.u00a0u00a0 + Transports patients using gurneys, wheelchairs and beds; transfers patients to and from the exam table.u00a0u00a0 + 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.u00a0u00a0 + Performs venipuncture and CPR; assists physicians in preparing and/or administrating contrast media, setting up sterile and non-sterile trays, and providing instruments, medical devices and supplies as requested.u00a0u00a0 + Trains student technologists in the science and practice of diagnostic imaging.u00a0u00a0 + Participates in departmental Quality Improvement efforts.u00a0u00a0 + Cleans imaging equipment, supplies and procedure rooms; reports failures and problems.u00a0u00a0 + Maintains patient medical records and date integrity using Radiology and hospital IT systems.u00a0u00a0 + Assists physicians and providers in resolving imaging questions or issues. Level II: + Performs diagnostic imaging procedures in an advanced modality. Level III: + Performs diagnostic imaging procedures in at least two (2) advanced modalities. The 2471 Radiologic Technologistu00a0 performs other related duties as assigned/required. Note that the duties listed above are cumulative. For example, Level III incumbents may be directed to perform any of the duties described in Level I and II. Minimum Qualifications (Required) LEVEL I: License & Certification: + Possession of a current license issued by the State of California as a Certified Radiologic Technologist (CRT)u00a0 [License status must be current according tou00a0 + Current registration with, the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) [Registrationu00a0status must be currentu00a0according tou00a0(];u00a0AND + Must 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. LEVEL II: Experience:u00a0One (1)u00a0year of experience working as a Radiologic Technologist; AND License & Certification: + Possession of a current license issued by the State of California as a Certified Radiologic Technologist (CRT)u00a0 [License status must be currentu00a0according tou00a0 + Current registration with, the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) [Registrationu00a0status must be currentu00a0according tou00a0(];u00a0AND + ARRT 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)); AND + u00a0Possession of valid Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) certificate issued by the American Heart Association [Certification status must be currentu00a0according tou00a0AND + Possession of a valid permit to use Fluoroscopy issued by California Department of Health Services, Radiologic Health Branch LEVEL III: Experience:u00a0Three (3)u00a0years of experience working as a Radiologic Technologist; AND License & Certification: + Possession of a current license issued by the State of California as a Certified Radiologic Technologist (CRT)u00a0 [License status must be current according tou00a0 + Current registration with, the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) [Registrationu00a0status must be current according tou00a0(];u00a0AND + ARRT certification in at least two (2) advanced modalities (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); AND + u00a0Possession of valid Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) certificate issued by the American Heart Association [Certification status must be current according tou00a0AND + Possession of a valid permit to use Fluoroscopy issued by California Department of Health Services, Radiologic Health Branch One-year full-time employment is equivalent to 2,000 hours (2,000 hours of qualifying work experience is based on a 40-hour work week). Verification of Education and Experience:u00a0 Every application is reviewed to ensure that you meet the minimum qualifications as listed in the job ad. Reviewu00a0SF Careers Employment Applications (Applications and Minimum Qualifications) u00a0for considerations taken when reviewing applications.u00a0 Applicants mayu00a0be requiredu00a0tou00a0submitu00a0verification of qualifying education and experience at any point during the recruitment and selection process.u00a0If education or experience verification isu00a0required, information on how to verify education and experience requirements, including verifying foreign education credits or degree equivalency, can be found atu00a0 Note:u00a0Falsifying oneu2019s education, training, or work experience or attempted deception on the application may result in disqualification for this and future job opportunities with the City and County of San Francisco.u00a0 Selection Procedures:u00a0 After application submission, candidates deemed qualified must complete all subsequent steps to advance in this selection process, which includes the following: Training and Experience Evaluation (Weight: 100%):u00a0Candidates will be prompted to complete a Supplemental Questionnaire as part of the online employment application. The supplemental questionnaire is designed to measure knowledge, skills and/or abilities in job-related areas that have been identified as critical for satisfactory performance in this position: + Knowledge of: radiologic science, patient positioning, radiation safety practices and regulations (California Code of Regulations Title 17), body substance precautions, body mechanics; general knowledge of Title 22. + Ability and Skill to: follow oral and written instructions and to perform diagnostic imaging procedures; maintain efficient workflow; efficiently care for patients'u00a0needs; perform CPR and venipuncture; effectively communicate, interact and resolve problems with patients, physicians, coworkers, students and other customers; and adhere to preventive and safety standards to limit exposure to radiation, accidents, health hazards and disagreeable elements; perform the full range of body motion, manual dexterity and eye hand coordination; stand, walk or sit for extensive periods of time; lift and carry heavy items; maintain clinical competency and pertinent continuing education; and adapt to changing technologies. All relevant experience, education and/or training must be included in the application to be reviewed during the scoring process.u00a0Candidate responses on the Training and Experience Evaluation cannot be changed once submitted.u00a0Candidates will be placed on the eligible list in rank order according to their final score on the Supplemental Questionnaire.u00a0u00a0 Additional selection processes may be conducted by the hiring department prior to making final hiring decisions. Certification The certification rule for the eligible list resulting from this examination will be theu00a0Rule of the ListScores. Eligible List/Score Report:u00a0 A confidential eligible list of applicant names that have passed the civil service examination process will be created and used for certification purposes only. An examination score report will beu00a0established, so applicants can view the ranks, finalu00a0scoresu00a0and number of eligible candidates. Applicant information, including names of applicants on the eligible list, shall not be made public unless required by law. However, an eligible list shall be made available for public inspection, uponu00a0request, onceu00a0the eligible list is exhausted or expired and referralsu00a0resolved. The eligible list/score report resulting from this civil service examination process is subject to change after adoption (e.g.,u00a0as a result ofu00a0appeals), as directed by the Human Resources Director or the Civil Service Commission.u00a0 Candidate names will remain on the list for a maximum period ofu00a012 months. Candidates that are not selected and expire off the list may re-apply.u00a0 To find Departments which use this classification, please see the cityu2019su00a0 (Position Counts by Job Codes and Departments. Terms of Announcement and Appeal Rights:u00a0 Applicants must be guided solely by the provisions of this announcement, including requirements, timeu00a0periodsu00a0and other particulars, except when superseded by federal,u00a0stateu00a0or local laws,u00a0rulesu00a0or regulations. [Note: The correction of clerical errors in an announcement may be posted on the Department of Human Resources website atu00a0 The terms of this announcement may beu00a0appealedu00a0under Civil Service Rule 110.4. Such appeals must beu00a0submittedu00a0in writing to the Department of Human Resources, 1 S Van Ness Avenue, 4th Floor, San Francisco, CA 94103-5413 by close of business on the 5th business day following the issuance date of this examination announcement. Information concerning other Civil Service Commission Rules involving announcements,u00a0applicationsu00a0and examination policies, including applicant appeal rights, can be found on the Civil Service Commission website atu00a0 Additionalu00a0informationu00a0regardingu00a0Employment with the City and County of San Francisco:u00a0u00a0 + Information About the Hiring Process ( + Conviction History + Employee Benefits Overview (u00a0 + Equal Employment Opportunity ( + Disaster Service Worker + ADA Accommodation ( + Veterans Preference + Right to Work (to Work) + Copies of Application Documents + Diversity Statement (more-,Diversity Statement,-The City and) Where to Applyu00a0 All job applications for the City and County of San Francisco must beu00a0submittedu00a0through our online portal. Please visitu00a0begin your application process.u00a0u00a0 Applicants may be contacted by email about this recruitment. Please consider using a personal email address that you check regularly rather than a work or school account.u00a0 Computers are available for the public (9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Monday through Friday) to file online applications in the lobby of the Dept. of Human Resources at 1 South Van Ness Avenue, 4th Floor and at theu00a0City Career Center at City Hall (, 1 Dr. Carlton B. Goodlett Place, Room 110.u00a0 Ensure your application information isu00a0accurate, as changes may not be possible after submission. Your first and last name must match your legal ID for verification, and preferred names can be included in parentheses. Use your personal email address, not a shared or work email, to avoid unfixable issues.u00a0 Applicants will receive a confirmation email fromu00a0that their online application has been received in response to every announcement for which they file. Applicants shouldu00a0retainu00a0this confirmation email for their records.u00a0Failure to receive this email means that the online application was notu00a0submittedu00a0or received.u00a0u00a0 Your application will be active for the duration of the eligible periodu00a0listedu00a0above. You do not need to reapply during this period.u00a0 If you have any questions regarding this recruitment or application process, please contact the analyst,u00a0Elaine Adams atu00a0or (628) 271-6974. We may use text messaging to communicate with you on the phone number provided in your application. The first message will ask you to opt in to text messaging The City and County of San Francisco encourages women, minorities and persons with disabilities to apply. Applicants will be considered regardless of their sex, race, age, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition (associated with cancer, a history of cancer, or genetic characteristics), HIV/AIDS status, genetic information, marital status, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, military and veteran status, or other protected category under the law.

Created: 2026-02-27