Radiology Technologist II, Nuclear Medicine – Full Time, Days (10HR)

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Day - 10 Hour (United States of America)This position reports to Nuclear Medicine with primary coverage for DXA, and some rotations to Diagnostic Radiology.

This is a Stanford Health Care job.

A Brief Overview
Under general supervision, performs various simple to complex radiographic and fluoroscopic procedures. Perform a variety of technical tasks involved in operating radiographic equipment and making radiographs of designated portions of the body. Duties include transferal of images, archiving and performing of appropriate imaging protocols which meet the department's standards of quality. Works as an independent technologist and in a variety of diagnostic areas with knowledge of emergency and after hours procedures. May supervise technical and ancillary personnel in assigned work areas/shift in the absence of Lead Technologist and/or supervisor.

Locations
Stanford Health Care

What you will do

• Acts as Lead or Supervisor in their absence by directing patient flow, assuring that resources are matched to the appropriate tasks, trouble shoot equipment difficulties and place service calls for repairs.

• Assists the radiologist during procedures when needed.

• Ensures proper darkroom techniques to include ability to ascertain sub-optimal film processing, and equipment malfunction.

• Follows established radiation safety guidelines 'ALARA' (as low as reasonably acceptable) in reference to time, distance and shielding.

• Operates a variety of imaging and fluoroscopic equipment in performing a variety of imaging examinations.

• Utilizes proper body mechanics to ensure patient safety upon moving and/or transferring patients.

• Participates in orientation and training of assigned staff, students and residents.

• Prepares patient for exam, i.e. identifying oneself, explaining procedures, confirming patient ID and checking correctness of the order.

• Prepares room and equipment. Troubleshoots equipment failures and reports problems to the appropriate individual.

Education Qualifications

• Requirement met by License/Certification Requirement.

Experience Qualifications

• One (1) year of progressively responsible and directly related work experience.

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.

• Ability to establish and maintain effective relationships with widely diverse groups, including individuals at all levels both within and outside the organization and gain their cooperation.

• Ability to follow written and oral instructions.

• Ability to perform complex diagnostic imaging procedures.

• Ability to perform general and specialized radiographic and fluoroscopic procedures which meet the departments standard of quality.

• Ability to plan, prioritize and meet deadlines.

• Ability to troubleshoot, document and communicate equipment problems.

• Ability to work effectively as a team player.

• Knowledge of anatomy, physiology and congenital/acquired pathology.

• Knowledge of computer systems and software used in functional area.

• Knowledge of Imaging processes and fluoroscopic techniques, methods and equipment.

• Knowledge of methods of positioning patients.

• Knowledge of principles of image processing and development applicable to diagnostic imaging.

• Knowledge of radiation production, positioning and radiation safety.

Licenses and Certifications

• ARRT-RTR - Reg Tech-Radiography ARRT and

• BLS - Basic Life Support and

• CRT and

• RTF - Rad Tech Fluoroscopy

These principles apply to ALL employees:

SHC Commitment to Providing an Exceptional Patient & Family Experience

• Know Me: Anticipate my needs and status to deliver effective care

• Show Me the Way: Guide and prompt my actions to arrive at better outcomes and better health

• Coordinate for Me: Own the complexity of my care through coordination

Equal Opportunity Employer Stanford Health Care (SHC) strongly values diversity and is committed to equal opportunity and non-discrimination inall ofits policies and practices, including the area of employment. Accordingly, SHC does not discriminate against any person on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation or gender identity and/or expression, religion, age, national or ethnic origin, political beliefs, marital status, medical condition, genetic information, veteran status, or disability, or the perception of any of the above. People of all genders, members of all racial and ethnic groups, people with disabilities, and veterans are encouraged to apply. Qualified applicants with criminal convictions will be considered after an individualized assessment of the conviction and the job requirements.

Base Pay Scale: Generally starting at $73.34 - $82.58 per hour

The salary of the finalist selected for this role will be set based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to, internal equity, experience, education, specialty and training. This pay scale is not a promise of a particular wage.