Radiologic Technologist

This classification is subject to Section 5, Hiring-Above-Minimum (HAM) Authorization of the California State Civil Service Pay Scales.

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The Department of State Hospitals-Atascadero is a secure public sector hospital providing inpatient forensic services for mentally ill adult males who are court committed throughout the State of California.

The Radiologic Technologist (Safety) will be directed by the Chief of Primary Care or their designee in the Central Medical Services Department at the Department of State Hospitals – Atascadero (ASH). The incumbent will be responsible for the following duties but not limited to:

• Performs radiographic exams, processes and manages x-ray image data.
• Responsible for the care and safety of patients undergoing x-ray examination, including observation of the patient's reactions during their examination.
• Applies and demonstrates knowledge of correct methods in Therapeutic Strategies and Interventions (TSI). Assist in the maintenance of a safe and secure environment through response to physical assaults, escape attempts or other major patient disturbance, and assist in the management of the conduct of patients.
• Overseeing the safety of patient escorts and other coworkers.
• Maintains records and prepares reports as requested by supervisor.

Qualifications:

• Possession of a current valid certificate as a Certified Radiologic Technologist in diagnostic radiologic technology issued by the California State Department of Health Services. (Applicants who are in the process of securing such certification will be admitted to the examination but must possess the certificate before they will be considered eligible for appointment.)
• AND Either Two years of experience, including training in radiologic techniques and methods, under an accredited medical radiologist. (Successful completion of the work required for a graduate nurse may be substituted for one year of this required experience and training.) Or II Successful completion of a two-year training program in radiologic technology approved by the Council on Medical Education and Hospitals of the American Medical Association, in collaboration with the American College of Radiology.

HOW TO APPLY: You MUST apply on the official state jobs website: CALCAREERS. INDEED inquiries are not an official application submission. Please reach out to [email protected] for the steps and links.
1. Create an account on CalCareers

2. Take and pass the REQUIRED Radiologic Technologist (Safety) eligibility exam

3. Apply for the Radiologic Technologist (Safety) vacancy. Submit application with all required documents as stated on the CalCareers vacancy posting.

We offer:
Health, dental and vision insurance packages for employees and dependents
Paid holidays, vacation and sick leave
CALPERS retirement and 401K/457 plan options

Click on the link below to learn more about our area:
https://www.dsh.ca.gov/Atascadero/About\_the\_Area.html

For more information and assistance, please contact the DSH-Atascadero Recruitment Team at (805) 468-3660 or [email protected].

keywords: radiology

Pay: $7,237.00 per month

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

License/Certification:

• California Radiologic Technologist certification (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Atascadero, CA 93422: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person