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Special Procedure Technologist

Dignity Health • Carmichael, CA

Not Applicable Posted March 28, 2026 Job link

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The incumbent performs general radiographic procedures as well as more complex procedures according to written or transcribed verbal orders of a physician within the scope of his/her certification at all MHS facilities according to established standards and practices under the direction of the Imaging Supervisor and the Medical Director.
Demonstrates competency in patient care for neonate, pediatric, adult, and geriatric patients.
Other duties are assigned/approved by the Supervisor.
Technologist can be required to participate in the department's call schedule to ensure coverage weeknights, weekends and holidays.
Principles of operation and care of primary and accessory imaging equipment
Currently accepted diagnostic Radiologic procedures
Radiation safety requirements and practices for the operator, patient and public
Film processing systems and/or PACS
Preparation, use and hazards of diagnostic contrast materials
Minimize radiation exposure to patients, self and other persons
Perform general and specialized radiographic procedures which meet the departments standard of quality
Recognize and respond to allergic reactions and other life-threatening patient conditions which might arise during the examination process
Act courteously and with tact in dealing with patients, visitors and the public
Effectively and empathetically deal with agitated, ill and distressed patients
Develop and maintain a cooperative working relationships with physicians and other healthcare personnel
Maintain patient confidentiality
Calm and reassure those who may be distressed by the examination or procedure
Develop and maintain a cooperative working relationship with physicians and hospital personnel
Working effectively under stress and adjust priorities as circumstances require
Organized work assignments
Maintaining accurate and complete records
Maintain a high degree of accuracy in procedural detail
Accurately operate and care for Information System computers in the department
Work independently on-call covering all normal clerical and technical functions
Operate in and maintain a sterile environment Where You'll Work

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Requirements

Medical Radiographer CA
Fluoroscopy Radiology Tech CA
BLS from AHA
Registered Technologist Radiuography ARRT (RTR)
Current California Certified Radiologic Technologist (CRT) and Fluoroscopy (RTTF) licenses
Displays competency in general radiology in addition to one other modality:
Angiography
Special Procedures - Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI)
Computerized Tomography (CT)
or Mammography
Knowledge of:
Anatomy and physiology for imaging including cross sectional relationships
Medical terminology relating to Imaging
Principles of operation and care of primary and accessory imaging equipment
Currently accepted diagnostic Radiologic procedures
Radiation safety requirements and practices for the operator, patient and public
Film processing systems and/or PACS
Preparation, use and hazards of diagnostic contrast materials
Ability to:

Preferred Skills

BLS from AHA
Current California Certified Radiologic Technologist (CRT) and Fluoroscopy (RTTF) licenses
Displays competency in general radiology in addition to one other modality:

Education

(Not required) – Medical Radiographer CA
(Not required) – Fluoroscopy Radiology Tech CA
(Not required) – BLS from AHA
(Not required) – Registered Technologist Radiuography ARRT (RTR)
(Not required) – Current California Certified Radiologic Technologist (CRT) and Fluoroscopy (RTTF) licenses
(Not required) – Displays competency in general radiology in addition to one other modality:
(Not required) – Angiography
(Not required) – or Mammography

Job Summary And Responsibilities
The incumbent performs general radiographic procedures as well as more complex procedures according to written or transcribed verbal orders of a physician within the scope of his/her certification at all MHS facilities according to established standards and practices under the direction of the Imaging Supervisor and the Medical Director. Demonstrates competency in patient care for neonate, pediatric, adult, and geriatric patients. Other duties are assigned/approved by the Supervisor. Technologist can be required to participate in the department's call schedule to ensure coverage weeknights, weekends and holidays.
Job Requirements
Minimum Qualifications:

Medical Radiographer CA
Fluoroscopy Radiology Tech CA
BLS from AHA
Registered Technologist Radiuography ARRT (RTR)
Current California Certified Radiologic Technologist (CRT) and Fluoroscopy (RTTF) licenses
Displays competency in general radiology in addition to one other modality:
Angiography
Special Procedures - Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI)
Computerized Tomography (CT)
or Mammography
Knowledge of:
Anatomy and physiology for imaging including cross sectional relationships
Medical terminology relating to Imaging
Principles of operation and care of primary and accessory imaging equipment
Currently accepted diagnostic Radiologic procedures
Radiation safety requirements and practices for the operator, patient and public
Film processing systems and/or PACS
Preparation, use and hazards of diagnostic contrast materials
Ability to:
Minimize radiation exposure to patients, self and other persons
Perform general and specialized radiographic procedures which meet the departments standard of quality
Recognize and respond to allergic reactions and other life-threatening patient conditions which might arise during the examination process
Act courteously and with tact in dealing with patients, visitors and the public
Effectively and empathetically deal with agitated, ill and distressed patients
Develop and maintain a cooperative working relationships with physicians and other healthcare personnel
Maintain patient confidentiality
Calm and reassure those who may be distressed by the examination or procedure
Develop and maintain a cooperative working relationship with physicians and hospital personnel
Working effectively under stress and adjust priorities as circumstances require
Organized work assignments
Maintaining accurate and complete records
Maintain a high degree of accuracy in procedural detail
Accurately operate and care for Information System computers in the department
Work independently on-call covering all normal clerical and technical functions
Operate in and maintain a sterile environment Where You'll Work
Dignity Health Mercy San Juan Medical Center is a 384-bed not-for-profit Level 2 Trauma Center located in Carmichael California. We have served north Sacramento County as well as south Placer County for over 50 years. Our facility is one of the area's largest medical centers and also one of the most comprehensive. Our staff and volunteers are dedicated to community well-being; providing excellent patient care to all. Mercy San Juan Medical Center is a Comprehensive Stroke Center as well as a Spine Center of Excellence. We are proud recipients of the Perinatal Care Certificate of Excellence and a Certificate of Excellence for Hip and Knee Replacements.
One Community. One Mission. One California
Pay Range
$71.14 - $71.14 /hour