Diagnostic Imaging Technologist III

Full-time, night shift opportunity. Bargaining Unit: EAP.

Pay

$57.59/hour + differentials.

Responsibilities

• Operates x-ray equipment to produce diagnostic radiographs of designated anatomy according to established department exam protocols.
• Transports patients as necessary.
• Selects proper technical factors on individual basis according to established department guidelines.
• Processes digital images.
• Recognizes and resolves equipment operations, problems, and discrepancies.
• Provides radiation protection to self and patients.
• Manages daily CT operations under general supervision of the Radiologist.
• Performs patient positioning, image acquisition, and ensures high-quality CT imaging.
• Monitors radiation dose and safety protocols during scans.
• Performs IV access and venipuncture for contrast-enhanced CT and special procedures.
• Prepares and administers contrast agents per Radiologist orders.
• Reviews patient history/labs, assesses contraindications.
• Monitors patient response, identifies adverse reactions, and responds appropriately.
• Functions and remains calm under multiple direction and/or fluctuations of work volume.
• Handles a high patient volume in a high-pressure department with constantly changing priorities.
• Demonstrates competency in Special Procedures, such as interventional angiography, CT-guided biopsies, fluoroscopic-guided biopsies, arthrography, and other contrast-enhanced diagnostic studies.
• Assists radiologists during complex or emergent procedures.
• Sets up, operates, and maintains special procedure equipment, ensuring strict aseptic and radiological safety standards.
• Records procedure details, supply usage, and billing information.
• Provides intra-operative imaging support in surgical settings (OR/IR), including mobile fluoroscopy (C-arm).
• Collaborates with Radiologists, Surgeons, Anesthesiologists, and OR staff to optimize imaging protocols and workflow.
• Ensures timely delivery of high-quality intra-operative images while prioritizing safety.
• Maintains order and cleanliness.
• Secures and returns supplies.
• Acts as a preceptor for new staff; provides in-service training and guidance.
• Participates in departmental growth and development.
• Adapts to new programs and equipment upgrades as the radiological field advances.
• Works standby and variable shifts.
• Implements and maintains departmental policies in line with hospital, state, and federal regulations.
• Participates in QA initiatives to evaluate image quality, radiation safety, and procedural compliance.
• Demonstrates System Values in performance and behavior.
• Complies with System policies and procedures.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Certificate of completion from college or vocational school.
• Successful completion of a Radiologic Technologist Program (College or Institutional Program) approved by the Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology (JRCERT). The college program will grant a minimum of an Associate’s Degree (A.S.) or Radiologic Technology program or equivalent.
• 1 - 2 years of experience. Students who have successfully completed their clinical rotations with the Tahoe Forest Health System Diagnostic Imaging Department may be considered in lieu of the stated experience requirement, based on demonstrated competency and performance reviews during their clinical rotation.

Qualifications

• American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) Radiography (ARRT-R) – upon hire.
• American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) Computed Tomography (CT) – within 6 months of hire.
• California Certified Radiologic Technologist (CRT) RHF (satisfies CRT RHT requirement) – upon hire.
• Nevada Radiologic Technologist (not limited license) – within 3 months of hire.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers (both CA and NV) – upon hire. Employee will be enrolled in the Resuscitation Quality Improvement (RQI) Basic Life Support (BLS) Entry or Prep Curriculum (depending on previous BLS certification) – within 3 months of hire.