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City and County of San Francisco

Radiologic Technologist I II III 2471

City and County of San Francisco, San Francisco, California, United States, 94199


Job Description

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.

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.

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.

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.

Transports patients using gurneys, wheelchairs and beds; transfers patients to and from the exam table.

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.

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.

Trains student technologists in the science and practice of diagnostic imaging.

Participates in departmental Quality Improvement efforts.

Cleans imaging equipment, supplies and procedure rooms; reports failures and problems.

Maintains patient medical records and data integrity using Radiology and hospital IT systems.

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 Technologist 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.

Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications (Required)

LEVEL 1:

License & Certification:

Possession of a current license issued by the State of California as a Certified Radiologic Technologist (CRT);

AND

Current registration with the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT);

AND

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:

One (1) year 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);

AND

Current registration with the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT);

AND

ARRT certification in at least one advanced modality;

AND

Possession of valid Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) certificate issued by the American Heart Association;

AND

Possession of a valid permit to use Fluoroscopy issued by California Department of Health Services, Radiologic Health Branch.

LEVEL III:

Experience:

Three (3) years 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);

AND

Current registration with the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT);

AND

ARRT certification in at least two (2) advanced modalities;

AND

Possession of valid Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) certificate issued by the American Heart Association;

AND

Possession of a valid permit to use Fluoroscopy issued by California Department of Health Services, Radiologic Health Branch.

Applicants must meet the minimum qualification requirement by the final filing date unless otherwise noted.

Note on Experience:

One year of full-time employment is equivalent to 2,000 hours.

Verification:

Applicants may be required to submit verification of qualifying education and experience at any point during the recruitment and selection process.

Important Note:

Please make sure it is absolutely clear in your application exactly how you meet the minimum qualifications.

Selection Procedures:

After application submission, candidates deemed qualified must complete all subsequent steps to advance in this selection process.

HOW TO APPLY:

Applications for City and County of San Francisco jobs are only accepted through an online process.

CONDITION OF EMPLOYMENT:

All City and County of San Francisco employees are required to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 as a condition of employment.

The City and County of San Francisco encourages women, minorities and persons with disabilities to apply.

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