Imaging Specialist III

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Day - 08 Hour (United States of America)
This is a Stanford Health Care - University Healthcare Alliance job.
A Brief Overview
Under general supervision performs diagnostic imaging procedures to assist physicians in the diagnosis of disease and injuries. This includes operating conventional equipment and advanced imaging software in order to obtain imaging of designated body areas. May perform or assist physicians in carrying out more complex examinations by mixing, preparing and administration of contrast media and assisting in sterile procedures.
Distinguished Characteristics:
(Assignment to job level is based on radiology specialties performed by radiologic technologists.)
Imaging Specialist III
• Radiologic Technologist (w/Fluoroscopy or obtained within 1 year of hire)
• Nuclear Medicine Technologist
• CT Technologist
• Mammographer
• MRI Technologist
• Sonographer (Multiple Registry)
Locations
Stanford Health Care - University Healthcare Alliance
What you will do

• Patient Care
  a. Performs specialized and routine diagnostic procedures.
  b. Exhibiting a high degree of tact, courtesy, and poise, explains procedures to patient to reduce anxieties and obtain patient cooperation.
  c. Prepares and positions patient for diagnostic imaging procedures.
  d. Adjusts immobilization devices to obtain optimum views of specified area of body requested by physician.
  e. Determines imaging acquisition factors based on height, weight, portion of body involved, and patients' ability to cooperate.
  f. Moves imaging equipment into specified position.
  g. Adjusts equipment controls to set optimal factors for producing images of proper detail, density, and accuracy.
  h. Practices radiation protection, universal precautions, and proper sterilization techniques.
• Imaging Supervisor Support
  a. Performs routine maintenance, diagnoses malfunctions, and makes minor repairs on diagnostic equipment, arranging for repairs as needed.
  b. Prepares images for reading by radiologist or requesting physician.
  Processes images and reviews for proper identification and quality control.
  c. Assists radiologists and other qualified physicians with diagnostic examinations.
  d. Completes forms and maintains records, logs, and reports of work performed.
• All other duties as assigned including department-specific functions and responsibilities (1, 2):
  a. Performs other duties as assigned and participates in organization projects as assigned.
  b. Adheres to safety, P4P's (if applicable), HIPAA and compliance policies.

Education Qualifications

• High School Diploma/GED
• CRT State license when required and/or certification in recognized registry of Specialty
• Acceptable Specialty Certifications: ARRT (CT) (BS) (MR) (M) (N) (S) (VS) (BD), ARMRIT, ARDMS

Experience Qualifications

• 3 years of experience or more, with at least 1 year of Certification in Specialty

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Ability to read, write and comprehend instructions, correspondence, and memos.
• Competent in professional, technical, and leadership skills as determined to be adequate by the site Manager.
• Must have superior patient care and communication skills to effectively present information to individuals and groups with high degree of Imaging services knowledge.
• Ability to perform all general diagnostic and routine duties on patients of all ages as determined by the employer.
• Organizational and multi-tasking skills for supervising modalities. (ie. staff scheduling, ordering supplies, reviewing and updating protocols.)
• Plan, organize, and present information to Imaging staff.
• Ability to anticipate and solve problems for smooth interdisciplinary operations.
• Must possess adequate computer skills to navigate in electronic medical records system, digital systems and peripheral equipment.
• Ability to work with others in a flexible, cooperative and collaborative manner.
• Requires concentration to handle varying procedures and interruptions.

Licenses and Certifications

• ACLS - Advanced Cardiac Life Support
• BLS - Basic Life Support

These principles apply to ALL employees:
SHC Commitment to Providing an Exceptional Patient & Family Experience
Stanford Health Care sets a high standard for delivering value and an exceptional experience for our patients and families. Candidates for employment and existing employees must adopt and execute C-I-CARE standards for all of patients, families and towards each other. C-I-CARE is the foundation of Stanford's patient-experience and represents a framework for patient-centered interactions. Simply put, we do what it takes to enable and empower patients and families to focus on health, healing and recovery.
You will do this by executing against our three experience pillars, from the patient and family's perspective:

• Know Me: Anticipate my needs and status to deliver effective care
• Show Me the Way: Guide and prompt my actions to arrive at better outcomes and better health
• Coordinate for Me: Own the complexity of my care through coordination

Equal Opportunity Employer Stanford Health Care (SHC) strongly values diversity and is committed to equal opportunity and non-discrimination in all of its policies and practices, including the area of employment. Accordingly, SHC does not discriminate against any person on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation or gender identity and/or expression, religion, age, national or ethnic origin, political beliefs, marital status, medical condition, genetic information, veteran status, or disability, or the perception of any of the above. People of all genders, members of all racial and ethnic groups, people with disabilities, and veterans are encouraged to apply. Qualified applicants with criminal convictions will be considered after an individualized assessment of the conviction and the job requirements.
Base Pay Scale: Generally starting at $55.71 - $73.83 per hour
The salary of the finalist selected for this role will be set based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to, internal equity, experience, education, specialty and training. This pay scale is not a promise of a particular wage.