http://kpcareers.org/east-bay/imaging-and-radiology-jobs en Req Id: 184012

Under the direction of the Imaging Services Director and Chief of Diagnostic Imaging, performs radiographic diagnostic imaging procedures to assist physicians in the diagnosis of disease and injuries. Operates the radiographic equipment to produce radiographic recorded images of the body. Performs technological functions to ensure optimal diagnostic quality of patient care utilizing efficient and safe processes.
Essential Functions:
Radiologic I, II, III, IV:
- Performs specialized and routine diagnostic radiology procedures.
- Exhibiting a high degree of tact, courtesy, and poise, explains procedures to patient to reduce anxieties and obtain patient cooperation.
- Prepares and positions patient for diagnostic imaging procedures.
- Adjusts immobilization devices to obtain optimum views of specified area of body requested by physician
- Determines exposure factors based on height, weight, portion of body involved, and degree on penetration required.
- Moves imaging equipment into specified position.
- Adjusts equipment controls to set exposure factors and produce images of proper detail, density, and accuracy.
- Operates mobile radiologic equipment in operating room, emergency room, or at patient's bedside.
- Prepares images for reading by radiologist or requesting physician.
- Processes images and reviews for proper identification and quality control.
- Performs routine maintenance, diagnoses malfunctions, and makes minor repairs on radiologic equipment, arranging for repairs as needed.
- Practices radiation protection techniques to minimize radiation to patient and staff.
- Completes forms and maintains records, logs, and reports of work performed.
- Orients new staff and trains students.
- Performs other related duties as necessary.
- Supervisory Responsibilities: This job has no supervisory responsibilities.

- Additional Duties and Responsibilities for Radiologic Tech II, III, and IV:
- Assists radiologists and other qualified physicians who have a valid CA DHS RHB Supervisor Operator Permit for Fluoroscopy in fluoroscopic and special x-ray examinations.
- Radiologic Technologist Career Ladder Agreement (1) Radiologic Technologists without Venipuncture Certification - working in a Modality where Venipuncture is NOT performed. Radiologic Technologists working on or before October 05 at Kaiser Permanente WITHOUT California Venipuncture Certification in a Modality where it is NOT performed as part of their work assignment will not be required to obtain it. For promotions, transfers or training in a Specialty that requires Venipuncture, the Technologist must obtain CA Venipuncture certification on or before the date of application. The employer will provide the
Technologist with educational opportunities in order to pass the California permit test at the Technologist's request.

- Additional Duties and Responsibilities for Radiologic Tech III & IV:
- Fills in as necessary in the absence of the Supervising Radiology Technologist.

Qualifications:

Basic Qualifications:
- Radiologic Technologist I, II, III, IV:
- High School Diploma/GED.
- California Certified Radiologic Technologist License (CRT).
- California Mammography Certificate, when required for the position.
- BLS required.
- Ability to perform all general diagnostic and routine duties as determined by the employer.
- Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos.
- Ability to write simple correspondence.
- Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to customers, clients, and other employees of the organization.
- Must be willing to work in a Labor Management Partnership environment.
- Also refer to Position Specifications outlined in the appropriate collective bargaining agreement.

- Radiologic Technologist I additional requirements:
- California Fluoroscopy Permit (For employees hired after Sept 1, 2005 - must obtain CA Fluoroscopy Permit within six (6) months of being placed into position).
- California Venipuncture Certificate (For employees hired after Sept 1, 2005 - must obtain CA Venipuncture Certificate within six (6) months of being placed into position).

- Radiologic Technologist II, III, and IV additional requirements:
- California State Fluoroscopy Permit.
- California Venipuncture Certificate (1).
- Ability to perform all general diagnostic and routine fluoroscopic duties as determined by the employer.

- Radiologic Technologist III also requires:
- Five (5) years of continuous experience as a Radiologic Technologist.
- American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT).

- Radiologic Technologist IV also requires:
- Two (2) years of experience in a Specialty (Identify specialty: Either IR, or CT, or Mammography, or Quality Management) OR one (1) year of experience in a Specialty with an American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) Certification in that Specialty.
- California Mammography Certificate.
- ACLS when required for this position.
- Ability to effectively present information to individuals and groups with varying knowledge of Radiology services.]]> Tue, 21 May 2013 16:00:00 GMT 3700429-California-Imaging-and-Radiology Req Id: 161448

Under the direction of the Imaging Services Director and Chief of Diagnostic Imaging, performs radiographic diagnostic imaging procedures to assist physicians in the diagnosis of disease and injuries. Operates the radiographic equipment to produce radiographic recorded images of the body. Performs technological functions to ensure optimal diagnostic quality of patient care utilizing efficient and safe processes.
Essential Functions:
- Performs specialized and routine diagnostic radiology procedures.
- Exhibiting a high degree of tact, courtesy, and poise, explains procedures to patient to reduce anxieties and obtain patient cooperation.
- Prepares and positions patient for diagnostic imaging procedures.
- Adjusts immobilization devices to obtain optimum views of specified area of body requested by physician.
- Determines exposure factors based on height, weight, portion of body involved, and degree on penetration required.
- Moves imaging equipment into specified position.
- Adjusts equipment controls to set exposure factors and produce images of proper detail, density, and accuracy.
- Operates mobile radiologic equipment in operating room, emergency room, or at patient's bedside.
- Assists radiologists and other qualified physicians who have a valid CA DHS RHB Supervisor Operator Permit for Fluoroscopy in fluoroscopic and special x-ray examinations.
- Prepares images for reading by radiologist or requesting physician.
- Processes images and reviews for proper identification and quality control.
- Performs routine maintenance, diagnoses malfunctions, and makes minor repairs on radiologic equipment, arranging for repairs as needed.
- Practices radiation protection techniques to minimize radiation to patient and staff.
- Completes forms and maintains records, logs, and reports of work performed.
- Orients new hires and trains students.
- Fills in as necessary in the absence of the Supervising Radiology Technologist.
- Performs other related duties as necessary.
- This job has no supervisory responsibilities.

Qualifications:

Basic Qualifications:
- Two (2) years of experience in a Specialty CT OR one (1) year of experience in a CT Specialty with an American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) Certification in that Specialty.
- High School Diploma/GED.
- California Certified Radiologic Technologist License (CRT).
- California State Fluoroscopy Permit.
- California Venipuncture Certificate **.
- California Mammography Certificate, when required for the position.
- ACLS, when required for the position.
- BLS certification required.
- Ability to perform all general diagnostic and routine fluoroscopic duties on patients of all ages as determined by the employer.
- Ability to read, write and comprehend instructions, correspondence, and memos.
- Ability to effectively present information to individuals and groups with varying knowledge of Radiology services.
- Must be willing to work in a Labor Management Partnership environment.
- Also refer to Position Specifications outlined in the appropriate collective bargaining agreement.
- Radiologic Technologist Career Ladder Agreement
- ** Radiologic Technologists without Venipuncture Certification - Working in a Modality where Venipuncture is NOT performed.
- Radiologic Technologists working on or before October 2005 at Kaiser Permanente WITHOUT California Venipuncture Certification in a Modality where it is NOT performed as part of their work assignment will not be required to obtain it. For promotions, transfers or training in a Specialty that requires Venipuncture, the Technologist must obtain CA Venipuncture certification on or before the date of application. The employer will provide the Technologist with education opportunities in order to pass the California permit test at the Technologist's request.]]> Thu, 09 May 2013 16:00:00 GMT 3066274-Oakland-Imaging-and-Radiology Req Id: 182290

Operates magnetic resonance imaging equipment to produce cross-sectional images (photographs) of patient's body for diagnostic purposes. Under the direction of the Chief of Radiology and the Imaging Services Director, with latitude for independent judgment, ingenuity and initiative, performs related technological functions to ensure optimal diagnostic quality of patient care utilizing efficient and safe processes.
Essential Functions:
- Performs patient studies according to set protocol including placing specified coil close to area of interest.
- Operates imaging and other equipment devices so that quality diagnostic services are provided, including keying commands to specify scan sequences into computer, adjusting transmitters and receivers, and keying in data on keyboard of camera to photograph images.
- Interviews patient to explain magnetic resonance imaging procedures to address patient concerns and exhibits a high degree of tact, courtesy and poise when interacting with patients, staff, and visitors.
- Ensures patient and staff safety, including explaining safety protocol, requesting removal of hazardous metal objects, alerting staff of danger or carrying metal around magnet, and monitoring patients via closed circuit TV.
- Orients new hires and trains MRI Technologist, students, trainees.
- Trains MRI Technologists I in MRI procedures.
- May be required to direct, check and train other MRI employees in absence of MRI Supervising Technologist.
- Perform other related duties as necessary.
- -This job has no supervisory responsibilities.

Qualifications:

Basic Qualifications:
- Have two (2) years of regular (twenty (20) hours or more per week) continuous recent experience as a MRI Technologist and be fully proficient in all the duties required of a MRI Technologist II to the satisfaction of the department manager.
- High School Diploma/GED.
- California Venipuncture Certificate (must be obtained with 6 months of hire).
- CRT - California Radiologic Technologist License
- BLS.
- Must have demonstrated proficiency in teaching other Technologists.
- May be required to direct, check and train other MRI employee.
- Must be fully proficient in MRI to the full satisfaction of the department manager and have knowledge of the required protocols in performing complex MRI procedures.
- Effective oral and written communications skills.
- Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to customers, clients, and other incumbents of the organization.
- Must be willing to work in a Labor Management Partnership environment.
- Also refer to Position Specifications outlined in the appropriate collective bargaining agreement.]]> Thu, 09 May 2013 16:00:00 GMT 3678488-California-Imaging-and-Radiology Req Id: 181240

Operates magnetic resonance imaging equipment to produce cross-sectional images (photographs) of patients' body for diagnostic purposes. Under the direction of the Chief of Radiology and the Imaging Services Director, with latitude for independent judgment, ingenuity, and initiative, performs related technological functions to ensure optimal diagnostic quality of patient care utilizing efficient and safe processes.
Essential Functions:
- Performs patient studies according to set protocol, including placing specified coil close to area of interest.
- Operates imaging and other equipment devices so that quality diagnostic services are provided, including keying commands to specify scan sequences into computer, adjusting transmitters and receivers, and keying in data on keyboard of camera to photograph images.
- Interviews patient to explain magnetic resonance imaging procedures and to address patient concerns, and exhibits a high degree of tact, courtesy, and poise when interacting with patients, staff, and visitors.
- Ensures patient and staff safety, including explaining safety protocol, requesting removal of hazardous metal objects, alerting staff of danger or carrying metal around magnet, and monitoring patients via closed circuit TV.
- Trains MRI Technologist Trainees and MRI Technologists I in MRI procedures.
- May be required to direct, check and train other MRI employees.
- Orients new hires and trains students.
- Perform other related duties as necessary.
- This job has no supervisory responsibilities.


Qualifications:

Basic Qualifications:
- Have two (2) years continuous regular (twenty (20) hours or more per week) recent experience performing computerized tomography (CT) and must, to the satisfaction of the department manager be fully proficient in performing all the duties of CT; or,
- Have two (2)years continuous regular (twenty (20) hours or more per week) recent experience as a Registered Ultrasound Technologist in two (2)or more modalities and must, to the satisfaction of the department manager be fully proficient in performing all the duties of an Ultrasound Technologist, or,
- Have one (1) year of continuous regular (twenty (20) hours or more per week) recent experience as a MRI Technologist and must, to the satisfaction of the department manager, be fully proficient in performing all of the duties of a MRI Technologist I.
- Have satisfactorily completed a three (3) unit semester course in cross-sectional anatomy at an accredited college or have the demonstrated equivalent knowledge as determined by the department manager.
- High School Diploma/GED.
- California Venipuncture Certificate (must be obtained withsix (6)months of hire).
- CRT - California Radiologic Technologist license.
- BLS.
- Must be able to communicate well in order to train other MRI Technologists Trainees and MRI Technologists I in MRI procedures.
- May be required to direct, check, and train other MRI employees.
- Effective oral and written communication skills.
- Also refer to Position Specifications outlined in the appropriate collective bargaining agreement.
]]> Thu, 09 May 2013 16:00:00 GMT 3678145-California-Imaging-and-Radiology Req Id: 180136

Under the direction of the Imaging Services Director and Chief of Diagnostic Imaging, performs radiographic diagnostic imaging procedures to assist physicians in the diagnosis of disease and injuries. Operates the radiographic equipment to produce radiographic recorded images of the body. Performs technological functions to ensure optimal diagnostic quality of patient care utilizing efficient and safe processes.
Essential Functions:
Radiologic I, II, III, IV:
- Performs specialized and routine diagnostic radiology procedures.
- Exhibiting a high degree of tact, courtesy, and poise, explains procedures to patient to reduce anxieties and obtain patient cooperation.
- Prepares and positions patient for diagnostic imaging procedures.
- Adjusts immobilization devices to obtain optimum views of specified area of body requested by physician
- Determines exposure factors based on height, weight, portion of body involved, and degree on penetration required.
- Moves imaging equipment into specified position.
- Adjusts equipment controls to set exposure factors and produce images of proper detail, density, and accuracy.
- Operates mobile radiologic equipment in operating room, emergency room, or at patient's bedside.
- Prepares images for reading by radiologist or requesting physician.
- Processes images and reviews for proper identification and quality control.
- Performs routine maintenance, diagnoses malfunctions, and makes minor repairs on radiologic equipment, arranging for repairs as needed.
- Practices radiation protection techniques to minimize radiation to patient and staff.
- Completes forms and maintains records, logs, and reports of work performed.
- Orients new staff and trains students.
- Performs other related duties as necessary.
- Supervisory Responsibilities: This job has no supervisory responsibilities.

- Additional Duties and Responsibilities for Radiologic Tech II, III, and IV:
- Assists radiologists and other qualified physicians who have a valid CA DHS RHB Supervisor Operator Permit for Fluoroscopy in fluoroscopic and special x-ray examinations.
- Radiologic Technologist Career Ladder Agreement (1) Radiologic Technologists without Venipuncture Certification - working in a Modality where Venipuncture is NOT performed. Radiologic Technologists working on or before October 05 at Kaiser Permanente WITHOUT California Venipuncture Certification in a Modality where it is NOT performed as part of their work assignment will not be required to obtain it. For promotions, transfers or training in a Specialty that requires Venipuncture, the Technologist must obtain CA Venipuncture certification on or before the date of application. The employer will provide the
Technologist with educational opportunities in order to pass the California permit test at the Technologist's request.

- Additional Duties and Responsibilities for Radiologic Tech III & IV:
- Fills in as necessary in the absence of the Supervising Radiology Technologist.

Qualifications:

Basic Qualifications:
- Radiologic Technologist I, II, III, IV:
- High School Diploma/GED.
- California Certified Radiologic Technologist License (CRT).
- California Mammography Certificate, when required for the position.
- BLS required.
- Ability to perform all general diagnostic and routine duties as determined by the employer.
- Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos.
- Ability to write simple correspondence.
- Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to customers, clients, and other employees of the organization.
- Must be willing to work in a Labor Management Partnership environment.
- Also refer to Position Specifications outlined in the appropriate collective bargaining agreement.

- Radiologic Technologist I additional requirements:
- California Fluoroscopy Permit (For employees hired after Sept 1, 2005 - must obtain CA Fluoroscopy Permit within six (6) months of being placed into position).
- California Venipuncture Certificate (For employees hired after Sept 1, 2005 - must obtain CA Venipuncture Certificate within six (6) months of being placed into position).

- Radiologic Technologist II, III, and IV additional requirements:
- California State Fluoroscopy Permit.
- California Venipuncture Certificate (1).
- Ability to perform all general diagnostic and routine fluoroscopic duties as determined by the employer.

- Radiologic Technologist III also requires:
- Five (5) years of continuous experience as a Radiologic Technologist.
- American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT).

- Radiologic Technologist IV also requires:
- Two (2) years of experience in a Specialty (Identify specialty: Either IR, or CT, or Mammography, or Quality Management) OR one (1) year of experience in a Specialty with an American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) Certification in that Specialty.
- California Mammography Certificate.
- ACLS when required for this position.
- Ability to effectively present information to individuals and groups with varying knowledge of Radiology services.]]> Tue, 30 Apr 2013 16:00:00 GMT 3614225-San-Francisco-Imaging-and-Radiology Req Id: 178506

Under the direction of the Imaging Services Director and Chief of Radiology/Imaging Services, or other Clinical Service Director where applicable, produces two-dimensional ultrasonic recordings of internal organs for use by Physician in diagnosis of disease and study of malfunction of organs. Performs technological functions to ensure optimal diagnostic quality of patient care utilizing efficient and safe processes. A Dedicated Specialty Sonographer is defined as a Sonographer I or II, registered in one or two disciplines performed by the lab, whose permanent work assignment is in an area where the scope of practice and work is limited to ultrasound exams and procedures in one or two registry disciplines as defined by the ARDMS.
Essential Functions:
- Exhibiting a high degree of tact, courtesy, and poise, explains procedures to patient to reduce anxieties and obtain patient cooperation.
- Prepares and positions patient for examination.
- Selects equipment for use in ultrasound setup according to specifications of examination.
- Selects transducer and adjusts equipment controls according to organ to be examined, depth of field, and other specifications of test.
- Starts equipment that produces images of internal organs and records diagnostic data on magnetic tape, computer disk, strip printout, or film.
- Moves transducer, by hand, over specified area of body and observes sound wave display screen to monitor quality of ultrasonic pattern produced.
- Photographs images of organs shown on display module or removes strip printout from equipment to obtain permanent record of internal examination.
- Keys test data and patient information into computer of ultrasound equipment to maintain record of test results.
- Orients new hires.
- Performs other related duties as necessary.
- This job has no supervisory responsibilities.

Qualifications:

Basic Qualifications:
- High School Diploma/GED.
- Must have two ARDMS (American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers) in any specialty.
- BLS
- NT certification is required to perform genetic screening for Prenatal Diagnostic Centers.
- Applicants may be hired without certification, but will be required to obtain it within 90 days of hire.
- Must demonstrate competence and perform the specialties routinely.
- All ARDMS cardiac registries will be recognized and awarded for advancement from Dedicated Specialty Sonographer I to Dedicated Specialty Sonographer II in Dedicated Cardiac labs.
- The ARDMS Fetal Echocardiography registry will be recognized and awarded for advancement from Dedicated Specialty Sonographer I to Dedicated Specialty Sonographer II in Dedicated Obstetrical labs.]]> Mon, 15 Apr 2013 16:00:00 GMT 3540993-Oakland-Imaging-and-Radiology Req Id: 172749

Under the direction of the Imaging Services Director and Chief of Diagnostic Imaging, performs radiographic diagnostic imaging procedures to assist physicians in the diagnosis of disease and injuries. Operates the radiographic equipment to produce radiographic recorded images of the body. Performs technological functions to ensure optimal diagnostic quality of patient care utilizing efficient and safe processes.
Essential Functions:
- Performs specialized and routine diagnostic radiology procedures.
- Exhibiting a high degree of tact, courtesy, and poise, explains procedures to patient to reduce anxieties and obtain patient cooperation.
- Prepares and positions patient for diagnostic imaging procedures.
- Adjusts immobilization devices to obtain optimum views of specified area of body requested by physician.
- Determines exposure factors based on height, weight, portion of body involved, and degree on penetration required.
- Moves imaging equipment into specified position.
- Adjusts equipment controls to set exposure factors and produce images of proper detail, density, and accuracy.
- Operates mobile radiologic equipment in operating room, emergency room, or at patient's bedside.
- Assists radiologists and other qualified physicians who have a valid CA DHS RHB Supervisor Operator Permit for Fluoroscopy in fluoroscopic and special x-ray examinations.
- Prepares images for reading by radiologist or requesting physician.
- Processes images and reviews for proper identification and quality control.
- Performs routine maintenance, diagnoses malfunctions, and makes minor repairs on radiologic equipment, arranging for repairs as needed.
- Practices radiation protection techniques to minimize radiation to patient and staff.
- Completes forms and maintains records, logs, and reports of work performed.
- Orients new hires and trains students.
- Fills in as necessary in the absence of the Supervising Radiology Technologist.
- Performs other related duties as necessary.
- This job has no supervisory responsibilities.

Qualifications:

Basic Qualifications:
- Two (2) years of experience in a CT Specialty OR one (1) year of experience in a CT Specialty with an American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) Certification in that Specialty.
- High School Diploma/GED.
- California Certified Radiologic Technologist License (CRT).
- California State Fluoroscopy Permit.
- California Venipuncture Certificate **.
- California Mammography Certificate, when required for the position.
- ACLS, when required for the position.
- BLS certification required.
- Ability to perform all general diagnostic and routine fluoroscopic duties on patients of all ages as determined by the employer.
- Ability to read, write and comprehend instructions, correspondence, and memos.
- Ability to effectively present information to individuals and groups with varying knowledge of Radiology services.
- Must be willing to work in a Labor Management Partnership environment.
- Also refer to Position Specifications outlined in the appropriate collective bargaining agreement.
- Radiologic Technologist Career Ladder Agreement
- ** Radiologic Technologists without Venipuncture Certification - Working in a Modality where Venipuncture is NOT performed.
- Radiologic Technologists working on or before October 2005 at Kaiser Permanente WITHOUT California Venipuncture Certification in a Modality where it is NOT performed as part of their work assignment will not be required to obtain it. For promotions, transfers or training in a Specialty that requires Venipuncture, the Technologist must obtain CA Venipuncture certification on or before the date of application. The employer will provide the Technologist with education opportunities in order to pass the California permit test at the Technologist's request.]]> Thu, 07 Mar 2013 14:00:00 GMT 3337594-California-Imaging-and-Radiology Req Id: 148334

Under the direction of the Imaging Services Director and Chief of Radiology/ Imaging Services, or other Clinical Service Director where applicable, produces two-dimensional ultrasonic recordings of internal organs for use by Physician in diagnosis of disease and study of malfunction of organs. Performs technological functions to ensure optimal diagnostic quality of patient care utilizing efficient and safe processes.

Essential Functions:
- Exhibiting a high degree of tact, courtesy, and poise, explains procedures to patient to reduce anxieties and obtain patient cooperation. Prepares and positions patient for examination.
- Selects equipment for use in ultrasound setup according to specifications of examination.
- Selects transducer and adjusts equipment controls according to organ to be examined, depth of field, and other specifications of test.
- Starts equipment that produces images of internal organs and records diagnostic data on magnetic tape, computer disk, strip printout, or film.
- Moves transducer, by hand, over specified area of body and observes sound wave display screen to monitor quality of ultrasonic pattern produced.
- Photographs images of organs shown on display module or removes strip printout from equipment to obtain permanent record of internal examination.
- Keys test data and patient information into computer of ultrasound equipment to maintain record of test results.
- Orients new hires.
- Performs other related duties as necessary.
- This job has no supervisory responsibilities.

Qualifications:

Basic Qualifications:
Sonographer I, II, III, IV,V:
- High School Diploma/GED.
- ARDMS (American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers).
- BLS required.
In addition to the qualifications above:
Sonographer I
- Must have 1 ARDMS registry in any specialty.
- Must demonstrate competency and perform the specialty routinely.
Sonographer II
- Must have 2 ARDMS (American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers) in any specialty.
- Must demonstrate competency and perform both specialties routinely.
Sonographer III
- Must have equivalent of 3 years (6,240 hrs) continuous ultrasound experience within the last 6 years with no more than 1 year break in experience within the last 4 years.
- Must have 3 ARDMS registries in any specialty.
- Must demonstrate competency and perform all 3 specialties routinely.
Sonographer IV
- Must have equivalent of 5 years (10,400 hrs) recent ultrasound experience within the last 10 years with no more than 1 year break in experience within the last 4 years.
- Must be registered and competent in 5 ARDMS registries that are performed by the Lab.
- Must demonstrate competency and perform all 4 specialties routinely.
Sonographer V
- Must have equivalent of 5 years (10,400 hrs) recent ultrasound experience within the last 10 years with no more than 1 year break in experience within the last 4 years.
- Must be registered and competent in 5 ARDMS registries that are performed by the Lab.
- Must demonstrate competency and perform all 5 specialties routinely.]]> Tue, 19 Feb 2013 14:00:00 GMT 2751360-California-Imaging-and-Radiology Req Id: 167374

Under the direction of the Imaging Services Director and Chief of Radiology/Imaging Services, or other Clinical Service Director where applicable, produces two-dimensional ultrasonic recordings of internal organs for use by Physician in diagnosis of disease and study of malfunction of organs. Performs technological functions to ensure optimal diagnostic quality of patient care utilizing efficient and safe processes.
Essential Functions:
- Exhibiting a high degree of tact, courtesy, and poise, explains procedures to patient to reduce anxieties and obtain patient cooperation.
- Prepares and positions patient for examination.
- Selects equipment for use in ultrasound setup according to specifications of examination.
- Selects transducer and adjusts equipment controls according to organ to be examined, depth of field, and other specifications of test.
- Starts equipment that produces images of internal organs and records diagnostic data on magnetic tape, computer disk, strip printout, or film.
- Moves transducer, by hand, over specified area of body and observes sound wave display screen to monitor quality of ultrasonic pattern produced.
- Photographs images of organs shown on display module or removes strip printout from equipment to obtain permanent record of internal examination.
- Keys test data and patient information into computer of ultrasound equipment to maintain record of test results.
- Orients new hires.
- Performs other related duties as necessary.
- This job has no supervisory responsibilities.

Qualifications:

Basic Qualifications:
- High School Diploma/GED.
- BLS.
- Must have two ARDMS (American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers) in any specialty.
- NT certification is required to perform genetic screening for Prenatal Diagnostic Centers. Applicants may be hired without certification, but will be required to obtain it within 90 days of hire.
- Must demonstrate competency and perform the specialty routinely.]]> Tue, 29 Jan 2013 14:00:00 GMT 3208159-California-Imaging-and-Radiology Req Id: 157937

Under the direction of the Imaging Services Director and Chief of Radiology/Imaging Services, or other Clinical Service Director where applicable, produces two-dimensional ultrasonic recordings of internal organs for use by Physician in diagnosis of disease and study of malfunction of organs. Performs technological functions to ensure optimal diagnostic quality of patient care utilizing efficient and safe processes.
Essential Functions:
- Exhibiting a high degree of tact, courtesy, and poise, explains procedures to patient to reduce anxieties and obtain patient cooperation.
- Prepares and positions patient for examination.
- Selects equipment for use in ultrasound setup according to specifications of examination.
- Selects transducer and adjusts equipment controls according to organ to be examined, depth of field, and other specifications of test.
- Starts equipment that produces images of internal organs and records diagnostic data on magnetic tape, computer disk, strip printout, or film.
- Moves transducer, by hand, over specified area of body and observes sound wave display screen to monitor quality of ultrasonic pattern produced.
- Photographs images of organs shown on display module or removes strip printout from equipment to obtain permanent record of internal examination.
- Keys test data and patient information into computer of ultrasound equipment to maintain record of test results.
- Orients new hires.
- Performs other related duties as necessary.
- This job has no supervisory responsibilities.

Qualifications:

Basic Qualifications:
- High School Diploma/GED.
- BLS.
- Must have two ARDMS (American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers) in any specialty.
- NT certification is required to perform genetic screening for Prenatal Diagnostic Centers. Applicants may be hired without certification, but will be required to obtain it within 90 days of hire.
- Must demonstrate competency and perform the specialty routinely.]]> Mon, 28 Jan 2013 14:00:00 GMT 3203739-Oakland-Imaging-and-Radiology Req Id: 165962

Operates magnetic resonance imaging equipment to produce cross-sectional images (photographs) of patients' body for diagnostic purposes. Under the direction of the Chief of Radiology and the Imaging Services Director, with latitude for independent judgment, ingenuity, and initiative, performs related technological functions to ensure optimal diagnostic quality of patient care utilizing efficient and safe processes.
Essential Functions:
- Performs patient studies according to set protocol, including placing specified coil close to area of interest.
- Operates imaging and other equipment devices so that quality diagnostic services are provided, including keying commands to specify scan sequences into computer, adjusting transmitters and receivers, and keying in data on keyboard of camera to photograph images.
- Interviews patient to explain magnetic resonance imaging procedures and to address patient concerns, and exhibits a high degree of tact, courtesy, and poise when interacting with patients, staff, and visitors.
- Ensures patient and staff safety, including explaining safety protocol, requesting removal of hazardous metal objects, alerting staff of danger or carrying metal around magnet, and monitoring patients via closed circuit TV.
- Trains MRI Technologist Trainees and MRI Technologists I in MRI procedures.
- May be required to direct, check and train other MRI employees.
- Orients new hires and trains students.
- Perform other related duties as necessary.
- This job has no supervisory responsibilities.


Qualifications:

Basic Qualifications:
- Have two (2) years continuous regular (twenty (20) hours or more per week) recent experience performing computerized tomography (CT) and must, to the satisfaction of the department manager be fully proficient in performing all the duties of CT; or,
- Have two (2)years continuous regular (twenty (20) hours or more per week) recent experience as a Registered Ultrasound Technologist in two (2)or more modalities and must, to the satisfaction of the department manager be fully proficient in performing all the duties of an Ultrasound Technologist, or,
- Have one (1) year of continuous regular (twenty (20) hours or more per week) recent experience as a MRI Technologist and must, to the satisfaction of the department manager, be fully proficient in performing all of the duties of a MRI Technologist I.
- Have satisfactorily completed a three (3) unit semester course in cross-sectional anatomy at an accredited college or have the demonstrated equivalent knowledge as determined by the department manager.
- High School Diploma/GED.
- California Venipuncture Certificate (must be obtained withsix (6)months of hire).
- CRT - California Radiologic Technologist license.
- BLS.
- Must be able to communicate well in order to train other MRI Technologists Trainees and MRI Technologists I in MRI procedures.
- May be required to direct, check, and train other MRI employees.
- Effective oral and written communication skills.
- Also refer to Position Specifications outlined in the appropriate collective bargaining agreement.
]]> Wed, 23 Jan 2013 14:00:00 GMT 3187536-California-Imaging-and-Radiology Req Id: 141091

Under the direction of the Imaging Services Director and Chief of Radiology/Imaging Services, or other Clinical Service Director where applicable, produces two-dimensional ultrasonic recordings of internal organs for use by Physician in diagnosis of disease and study of malfunction of organs. Performs technological functions to ensure optimal diagnostic quality of patient care utilizing efficient and safe processes.
Essential Functions:
- Exhibiting a high degree of tact, courtesy, and poise, explains procedures to patient to reduce anxieties and obtain patient cooperation.
- Prepares and positions patient for examination.
- Selects equipment for use in ultrasound setup according to specifications of examination.
- Selects transducer and adjusts equipment controls according to organ to be examined, depth of field, and other specifications of test.
- Starts equipment that produces images of internal organs and records diagnostic data on magnetic tape, computer disk, strip printout, or film.
- Moves transducer, by hand, over specified area of body and observes sound wave display screen to monitor quality of ultrasonic pattern produced.
- Photographs images of organs shown on display module or removes strip printout from equipment to obtain permanent record of internal examination.
- Keys test data and patient information into computer of ultrasound equipment to maintain record of test results.
- Orients new hires.
- Performs other related duties as necessary.
- This job has no supervisory responsibilities.

Qualifications:

Basic Qualifications:
- High School Diploma/GED.
- BLS.
- Must have two ARDMS (American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers) in any specialty.
- NT certification is required to perform genetic screening for Prenatal Diagnostic Centers. Applicants may be hired without certification, but will be required to obtain it within 90 days of hire.
- Must demonstrate competency and perform the specialty routinely.

Schedule:

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