Interventional Rad Technologist V - 40 hours

Job Summary :

Under the direction of the Imaging Services Director and Chief of Diagnostic Imaging, performs radiographic diagnostic imaging procedures to assist physicians in the diagnosis of disease and injuries. Operates the radiographic equipment to produce radiographic recorded images of the body. Performs technological functions to ensure optimal diagnostic quality of patient care utilizing efficient and safe processes.

Essential Responsibilities :

• Performs specialized and routine diagnostic radiology procedures.
• Exhibiting a high degree of tact, courtesy, and poise, explains procedures to patient to reduce anxieties and obtain patient cooperation.
• Prepares and positions patient for diagnostic imaging procedures.
• Adjusts immobilization devices to obtain optimum views of specified area of body requested by physician.
• Determines exposure factors based on height, weight, portion of body involved, and degree on penetration required.
• Moves imaging equipment into specified position.
• Adjusts equipment controls to set exposure factors and produce images of proper detail, density, and accuracy.
• Operates mobile radiologic equipment in operating room, emergency room, or at patients bedside.
• Assists radiologists and other qualified physicians who have a valid CA DHS RHB Supervisor Operator Permit for Fluoroscopy in fluoroscopic and special x-ray examinations.
• Prepares images for reading by radiologist or requesting physician.
• Processes images and reviews for proper identification and quality control.
• Performs routine maintenance, diagnoses malfunctions, and makes minor repairs on radiologic equipment, arranging for repairs as needed.
• Practices radiation protection techniques to minimize radiation to patient and staff. Completes forms and maintains records, logs, and reports of work performed.
• Orients new hires and trains students.
• Fills in as necessary in the absence of the Supervising Radiology Technologist.
• Performs other related duties as necessary.
• Supervisory Responsibilities : This job has no supervisory responsibilities.

Grade 851

Basic Qualifications :

Experience

Education

License, Certification, Registration

Additional Requirements :

Preferred Qualifications :

Primary Location : California,Redwood City,Redwood City Hospital

Scheduled Weekly Hours : 40

Shift : Day

Workdays : Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri

Working Hours Start : 07 : 30 AM

Working Hours End : 04 : 00 PM

Job Schedule : Full-time

Job Type : Standard

Worker Location : Onsite

Employee Status : Regular

Employee Group / Union Affiliation : A01|SEIU|United Healthcare Workers West

Job Level : Individual Contributor

Department : Redwood City Hospital - Radiology-Interventional - 0206

Pay Range : $74.64 - $84.03 / hour

Travel : Yes, 10 % of the Time

On-site : Work location is on-site (KP designated office, medical office building or hospital). Worker location must align with Kaiser Permanente's Authorized States policy. Kaiser Permanente is an equal opportunity employer committed to fair, respectful, and inclusive workplaces. Applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic or status.