Diagnostic Imaging Technologist II

Bargaining Unit:
Local 856 – Health Services Unit

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The Contra Costa County Health Services Department is seeking to fill Diagnostic Imaging Technologist II positions located in the Diagnostic Imaging department at Contra Costa Regional Medical Center and Health Centers in Contra Costa County.

The Diagnostic Imaging Technologist II is responsible for performing general diagnostic imaging and therapeutic procedures for outpatient, inpatient and emergency/trauma patients. Other responsibilities include positioning and transferring patients and providing immobilization devices; performing portable x-rays and C-Arms; administering opaque media to patients under direction of physician; and practicing sterile techniques and preventing cross-contamination. In addition, may assist in use of a variety of equipment or imaging procedures;

and independently perform mammography and specialized examinations such as arthography, lumbar puncture, tomography, venography and surgical or trauma radiology.

• Experience using fixed or portable, computed radiography, digital radiology, and fluoroscopic diagnostic imaging equipment
• Ability to assess general patient condition and take action consistent with standards
• Skilled in the appropriate filters, cones, protective clothing and devices to obtain high-quality images
• Self-reliance and the ability to work independently

• Critical thinking skills
• Attention to detail
• Excellent interpersonal and patient care skills
• Ability to train in the practice of diagnostic imaging
• Ability to be a team player, to collaborate well with others and work towards the same goal

The eligible list may remain in effect for six (6) months.

• Performs general diagnostic imaging procedures using fixed or portable, general, digital, fluoroscopic or other diagnostic equipment; lifts and carries magazines to and from imaging equipment; identifies patients with two identifiers; positions patients and selects technical factors based on knowledge of radiologic science, specific equipment and patient assessment; processes diagnostic images
• 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, and 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, using electronic and hand-written methods; identifies images and documents with patient, technologist, date/time and laterality information
• Transports patients to and from the exam table with assistance as necessary
• Schedules procedures and patients, transfers paper orders into an electronic order entry system; records information; produces, processes and collates images and paperwork, and submits them for interpretation; may be assigned to coordinate patient flow
• May perform 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
• Assists in training student technologists (interns) in the science and practice of diagnostic imaging
• Participates in departmental Quality Improvement efforts including conducting various quality control and assurance procedures
• Cleans instruments, imaging equipment, supplies and procedure rooms; reports failures and problems with equipment
• Maintains patient medical records and date integrity using Electronic Medical Record Systems Assists physicians in resolving imaging questions or issues
• Adheres to all applicable Federal, State and local regulations including the Joint Commission (TJC) and Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA)
• Performs other related duties as required

• Certificate as a Certified Radiologic Technologist (CRT) issued by the California Department of Public Health
• Current certification and…