Special Procedures Technologist – Interventional Radiology - Tri City Healthcare District

Tri-City Medical Center has served San Diego County’s coastal communities of Carlsbad, Oceanside and Vista, as well as the surrounding region for more than 60 years and is one of the largest employers in North San Diego County. Tri-City is administered by the Tri-City Healthcare District, a California Hospital District. As a full-service acute care public hospital with over 500 physicians practicing in over 60 specialties, Tri-City is vital to the well-being of our community and serves as a healthcare safety net for many of our citizens. The hospital has received a Gold Seal of Approval® from the Joint Commission showcasing a commitment to safe and effective patient care for the residents of the community. 

Tri-City Medical Center prides itself on being the home to leading orthopedic, spine and cardiovascular health services while also specializing in world-class robotic surgery, cancer and emergency care. Tri-City’s Emergency Department is there for your loved ones in their time of need and is highly regarded for our heart attack and stroke treatment programs. When minutes matter Tri-City is your source for quality compassionate care close to home. Tri-City partners with over 90 local non-profit and community organizations as part of our COASTAL Commitment initiative. Together we are helping tackle some of our communities’ pressing health and social needs.

Position Summary:

Performs diagnostic radiographic, fluoroscopic, angiographic, and computerized tomographic procedures at a technical level not requiring constant supervision.  Uses independent judgment to accomplish the efficient completion of prescribed radiologic procedures utilizing good patient care and proper radiation protection standards. Processes films and assures correct film and file documentation.  Records information related to exams into department computer. Provides services in a manner consistent with the hospital’s policies and procedures.   

Major Position Responsibilities:

The position characteristics reflect the most important duties, responsibilities and competencies considered necessary to perform the essential functions of the job in a fully competent manner. They should not be considered as a detailed description of all the work requirements of the position. The characteristics of the position and standards of performance may be changed by TCMC with or without prior notice based on the needs of the organization.

• Maintains a safe, clean working environment, including unit based safety and infection control requirements.
• Performs diagnostic radiographic, fluoroscopic, angiographic, and computerized tomographic procedures
• Completes  prescribed radiologic procedures utilizing good patient care and proper radiation protection standards
• Processes films and assures correct film and file documentation
• Records information related to exams into department computer.
• Provides services in a manner consistent with the hospital’s policies and procedures
• Performs other duties as assigned by supervisor or manager

Qualifications:

• Minimum of three (3) years’ experience in advance radiologic procedures and/or possess capabilities to perform these procedures; or may consider recent graduate, within the past two years, from a Radiology Technology program, required.

Licenses:

• Must obtain within one year of employment:  CRT, (Calif. Radiologic Technology certificate), California Fluoroscopy permit, ARRT (American Registry of Radiologic Technologists) registry (R).

Certifications:

• Current BLS certification, required upon hire; American Heart Association Healthcare Provider.

Each new hire candidate who is offered employment must pass a physical evaluation, urine drug screen and pre-employment background checks before starting work. 

*Salary/Hourly wage range for this position is posted.  Actual pay will be determined based on verified experience as well as internal equity.

TCHD is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity/expression), age, marital status, status as a protected veteran, among other things, or status as a qualified individual with a disability.