Overview

Nestled in the heart of East Sacramento Dignity Health Mercy General Hospital is a 313 bed acute care facility that provides a wide range of services with special advocacy for the poor and underserved. Mercy General is home to the nationally ranked Alex G. Spanos Heart & Vascular Institute. Key achievements and recognitions include: from the Joint Commission; Advanced Joint Replacement Spine Center of Excellence Primary Stroke Center Ventricular Assist Device and Chest Pain Certification. Other accolades include CMS 5 stars Practice Green Health 2021 Leapfrog Hospital Safety Grade A Level 4 Epilepsy Center and Opioid Stewardship Honor Roll. Mercy General Hospital is proud to foster inclusion and diversity as part of our mission vision and values.

Responsibilities

Position Summary:

The incumbent performs Imaging procedures in mammography or two modalities determined by the needs of the Imaging Department. Procedures are performed according to written or transcribed verbal orders of a physician within the scope of his/her certification at all MHS facilities according to established standards and practices under the direction of the Imaging Supervisor and the Medical Director. Demonstrates competency in patient care for neonate pediatric adult and geriatric patients. Other duties are assigned/approved by the Supervisor. Technologist can be required to participate in the departments call schedule to ensure coverage weeknights weekends and holidays.

Job Specific Duties

1.1 Uses independent judgement according to particular circumstances in each modality, performs a broad range of imaging procedures to create diagnostic medical images that meet the acceptability criteria established by the Medical Director. Maintains a repeat rate of 3-5%. Verification of proficiency in each required modality is measured by achieving a rate of 90-98% on the annual departmental competency evaluation.

1.2 Complies with all Performance Expectations of Standard III for Radiologic Technologist 95-98% of time.

1.3 Identifies the patient positively and correlates the procedure with the physicians order explains the procedure to the patient and responds to the patient questions/concerns before beginning. Obtains written consent to proceed when required by hospital standard practice. Measured by record/chart review with 95-98% compliance.

1.4 Maintains a neat and clean work area, observes that equipment is in safe oferating condition 95-98% of the time. Reports equipment issues to supervisor or seeks appropriate resources for repair within one hour; measured by observation and no more than 1-2 formal complaints about faulty equipment and dirty work area per year.

1.5 Determines appropriate patient charges and enters all information into RIS 95-98% of the time. Maintains accurate records of procedure and makes appropriate entries into medical record 95-98% of the time.

1.6 Maintains and preserves patient privacy, dignity and comfort by using table pads, patient gowns, blankets, sheets, etc. to cover the patient during all procedures 95-98%of time. Measured by observation and no more than 1-2 formal complaints per year in this area.

1.7 Participates in QC efforts within Imaging Services and with other departments to improve services and to solve problems. Assists with data collection, correlation and reporting as documented in meeting minutes and/or monthly QA/QC reports can exceed expectation by actively participating in an identified report.

sign on bonus of $5,000.00 offered

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications:

• Candidates must have a current California license as a certified Radiologic Technologist with Fluoroscopic permit

• CPR /BLS certification from the American Heart Association.

• Competency in Radiology and MRI modalities.

• Special skills required for the position include the following knowledge and abilities:

• Knowledge of: Anatomy and physiology for Imaging including cross sectional relationships Medical terminology relating to Imaging procedures Principles of operation and care of Imaging Systems and accessory equipment Currently accepted Imaging 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 material Ability to: Minimize radiation exposure to patients, self and other persons Perform general and specialized radiographic procedures which meet the departments 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 Effectively and empathetically deal with agitated, ill and distressed patients Develop and maintain a cooperative working relationship with physicians and hospital personnel Maintain confidentiality of patient records and information Coordinate several assignments and establish work priorities 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 details and required documentation Accurately operate and care for Information System computers in the department Work independently on-call covering all normal clerical and technical functions Operate in and maintain a sterile environment

Pay Range

$57.28 - $66.40 /hour

We are an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.