SENIOR MRI / CT / TECHNOLOGIST

Company:	Mercy Hospitals of Sacramento Company Profile \| Current Opportunities (0)
Job Location(s):	Sacramento
Employment Term:	Regular
Employment Type	Full Time
Start Date:	As soon as possible
Starting Salary Range:	Not Provided
Required Experience:	Open
Related Categories:	Hospital Positions, Healthcare - Radiology/Imaging

Position Description

TITLE (REQ ID):	SENIOR MRI / CT / TECHNOLOGIST * (96699)

DEPARTMENT:	IMAGING

EMPLOYMENT TYPE:	FULL TIME

SHIFT:	DAY

HOURS PER PAY PERIOD:	80

SHIFT HOURS:	10HOUR

FACILITY:	MERCY GENERAL HOSPITAL

LOCATION:	SACRAMENTO, CA


FACILITY INFORMATION



POSITION REQUIREMENTS

Requires the satisfactory completion of formal radiologic technology training in an approved school or training facility, and a current California certificate as a Certified Radiologic Technologist with Fluoroscopy Permit. MRI experience required and ARRT Eligible. Knowledge of: -anatomy and physiology for Imaging including cross sectional relationships -medical terminology relating to radiology -principles of operation and care of x-ray machines and accessory equipment -currently accepted diagnostic radiologic procedures -radiation safety requirements and practices for the operator, patient and public -film processing systems -mechanical and electrical safety practices and requirements in the patient examination environment -preparation, use and hazards of diagnostic contrast materials Ability to: -minimize radiation exposure to patients, self and other persons -perform general and specialized radiographic procedures which meet the department's standard of quality -recognize and respond to allergic reactions and other life-threatening patient conditions which might arise during the examination process -act courteously and with tact in dealing with patients, visitors and the public -maintain confidentiality of patient records and information -calm and reassure those who may be distressed by the examination or procedure -develop and maintain a cooperative working relationship with physicians and hospital personnel -work effectively under stress and adjust priorities as circumstances require -organize work assignments, maintaining accurate and complete records -maintain a high degree of accuracy in procedural detail and required records -work independently on-call covering all normal clerical and technical functions