Job Information
CommonSpirit Health Radiologic Technologist in Sacramento, California
Requisition ID: 2026-460519 Employment Type: Part Time w/o Benefits Department: Radiology Diagnostic Hours/Pay Period: 30 Shift: Varies Weekly Schedule: Varies Remote: No Category: Radiology, Allied Health
Job Summary and Responsibilities
The incumbent performs diagnostic imaging procedures according to the written or transcribed verbal orders of a physician and within the scope of his or her Certification at all MHS facilities under the direction of the Imaging Supervisor and the Medical Director of Radiology. Demonstrates competency in patient care for neonate, pediatric, adult, and geriatric patients. May have access to or be required to distribute drugs, needles or syringes from storage locations, (such as large stock supplies, automated dispensing units and other carts) to/within patient care areas or treatment carts as defined by hospital policy/procedure.
As our Radiologic Technologist (Rad Tech), you will be pivotal in producing diagnostic images that enable Radiologists to accurately diagnose and manage patient conditions. Each day, you will perform a variety of imaging examinations, including X-rays, ultrasound, diagnostic fluoroscopy, CT/CAT scans, and MRIs, while actively contributing to a positive patient experience through direct interaction. To excel, you must deeply understand diagnostic imaging's critical importance, encompassing expertise in workflow, patient positioning, and capturing precise results essential for timely and accurate diagnoses.
Job Requirements
Satisfactory completion of formal radiologic technology training in an approved school or training facility.
Medical Radiographer: CA.
Basic Life Support from the American Heart Association.
Fluoroscopy Radiology Tech: CA.
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.
Preferred:
Registered Technologist Cardio Interventiaonal Radiography (RTCV).
Registered Technologist Mammography (RTM).
Registered Technologist Nuclear Medicine Technology (RTN).
Where You'll Work
Founded in 1925, Dignity Health - Mercy General Hospital is a 310-bed, acute care, nonprofit hospital located in Sacramento, California. Serving over 100,000 patients annually, the hospital offers a full complement of services including heart care, cancer care, women’s health, and neurology. Additionally, Mercy General Hospital has been recognized as an LGBTQ+ Healthcare Equality Leader by the Human Rights Campaign Foundation and a Joint Commission-certified Primary Stroke Center.
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