Job Summary
Under general supervision, this position will provide technical knowledge and/or coordinates and monitors the delivery of radiological services for adult and pediatric outpatients. The incumbent operates various types of x-ray equipment, Dexa equipment, and auxiliary equipment to provide diagnostic images for diagnostic interpretations by a radiologist. Quality of work performed is approved or reviewed by the quality control technologist, chief technologist or radiologist.
The Radiologic Technologist will comply and adhere to department protocols, UCDH Policies and Procedures, Department of Radiology Policies and Procedures and other applicable work rules and regulations. The technologist must act with initiative and responsibility to achieve maximum imaging quality. All duties and responsibilities will be performed calmly in stressful situations and interact with radiologists, clinicians and peers in a cooperative, harmonious manner for maximum effectiveness. Incumbent must be able to perform all job functions deemed by the Department of Radiology.
Apply By November 1, 2024 at 11:59 pm
Minimum Qualifications
For full consideration applicants are encouraged to upload license and/or certification if required of the position.
- Certified Radiologic Technologist (CRT)
- CA Fluoroscopic Permit required 6 months after hire date.
- American Heart Association (AHA) Basic Life Support (BLS) CPR Certification or UC Davis Health CPR
- Knowledge and ability to operate imaging equipment to provide quality images. Must be able to adapt to new programs and equipment upgrades as the radiological field advances.
- Knowledge of the information and techniques needed to diagnose and treat human injuries, diseases, and deformities. This includes symptoms, treatment alternatives, drug properties and interactions, and preventive health-care measures.
- Knowledge and prediction of physical principles, laws, their interrelationships, and applications to understanding fluid, material, and atmospheric dynamics, and mechanical, electrical, atomic and sub-atomic structures and processes.
- Competent in archiving, retrieving and exceptions handling with the PACS system.
- Ability to administer CPR.
- Ability to display common sense and good judgement in following rules, protocols, policies and procedures.
- Critical thinking skills and the ability to use logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions, or approaches to problems.
- Ability to function and remain calm under multiple direction and/or fluctuations of work volume.
- Ability to handle a high patient volume in a high-pressure department with constantly changing priorities.
- Ability to input and retrieve data and to observe applicable Radiology Information System (RIS) and Information Services (IS) access codes, security and privacy.
- Ability to maneuver portable Radiology equipment in tight places, sometimes with limited access.
- Ability to react quickly and knowledgeably in emergency situations.
- Ability to recognize the need for confidentiality and acts accordingly. Ability to maintain confidentiality of patient records and information.
- Ability to remain flexible with scheduling changes throughout the day to accommodate patient care needs.
- Ability to work in an area with ionizing radiation and/or high magnetic field.
- Conveys instructions, directions and information appropriately.
Preferred Qualifications
Key Responsibilities
- 90% - General Radiologic Technologist Duties
- 10% - General Department Duties
Department Overview
These positions will be located in the new 48x outpatient surgery center complex. The Department of Radiology is a 24-hour, seven day a week operation providing Imaging Services for adult and pediatric inpatients and outpatients.
POSITION INFORMATION
- Salary or Pay Range: $101853 - $131836
- Salary Frequency:
- Salary Grade: STEPS
- UC Job Title: RADLG TCHNO
- Number of Positions: 8 (1 of 8)
- Appointment Type: Staff: Career
- Percentage of Time: 1.0
- Shift Hours: 08 Hours
- Location: 48X (4868XST)
- Union Representation: EX-Patient Care Technical
- Benefits Eligible: Yes
- Hybrid/Remote/Onsite: This position is 100% on-site
- THIS IS NOT AN H-1B VISA OPPORTUNITY
Benefits
Outstanding benefits and perks are among the many rewards of working for the University of California. UC Davis offers a full range of benefits, resources and programs to help you bring your best self to work, as well as to help you and your family achieve your health, wellness, financial and career goals.
Physical Demands
- Standing - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
- Walking - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
- Sitting - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
- Lifting/Carrying 0-25 Lbs - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
- Lifting/Carrying 26-50 lbs - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
- Lifting/Carrying over 50 lbs - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
- Pushing/Pulling 0-25 Lbs - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
- Pushing/Pulling 26-50 lbs - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
- Pushing/Pulling over 50 lbs - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
- Bending/Stooping - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
- Squatting/Kneeling - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
- Twisting - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
- Climbing (e.g., stairs or ladders) - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
- Reaching overhead - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
- Keyboard use/repetitive motion - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
Environmental Demands
- Loud noise levels - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
- Microwave/Radiation - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
Mental Demands
- Sustained attention and concentration - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
- Complex problem solving/reasoning - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
- Ability to organize & prioritize - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
- Communication skills - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
- Numerical skills - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
- Constant Interaction - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
- Customer/Patient Contact - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
- Multiple Concurrent Tasks - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
Work Environment
- Must be able to work variable hours, alternate shifts, and occasional overtime to provide coverage as needed for sick leave, staffing shortages, etc.
- Must be able to provide evening, weekend, and holiday coverage per departmental staffing guidelines.
- Must be able to travel to other UCD imaging facilities.
Special Requirements
- This is a critical position, as defined by UC policy and local procedures, and as such, employment is contingent upon successful completion of background check(s), including but not limited to criminal record history background check(s).
- This is a position with direct access to or responsibility for controlled substances, high risk hazardous chemicals, biological or radioactive/nuclear materials.
- This position is designated as a mandated reporter under CANRA and UC policy, and employment is contingent on compliance with applicable policies, procedures and training requirements.
Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging
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