IntroductionThis recruitment is being given to fill 1 part-time per diem positions in the Office of Medical Examiner department and to establish an eligible referral pool to fill future part-time opportunities. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of an application. A completed application must be postmarked or received online by the final filing deadline.Pre-Employment Drug Screening andBackground Potential new hires into thisclassification are required to successfully pass a pre-employment drug screenand a background investigation as a condition of employment. Final appointmentcannot be made unless the eligible has passed the drug screen and successfullycompleted the background process. The County pays for the initial drugscreen.Radiologic Technologist IIby Employment Services TeamNOTE All correspondences relating to this recruitment will be delivered via e-mail. The e-mail account used will be the one provided on your employment application during time of submittal. Please be sure to check your e-mail often for updates. If you do not have an e-mail account on file Human Resources will send you correspondences via US Mail.TYPICAL DUTIESPrepares and positions patients for diagnostic x-ray films determines the correct exposure factors on the basis of height weight portion of body involved and degree of penetration required selects appropriate cones and screens to reduce secondary radiation and fogging sets machine control and exposes the required number and type of film.Assists Radiologist in fluoroscopic x-ray examinations assembles equipment measures and mixes barium and contrast media maintains surveillance over patients performs radiographs as necessary for the radiographic procedure.May operate computerized tomography scanner assists radiologist in performing special x-ray examinations such as angiography arthrography myelography and other special procedures.May prepare and position patients for sonographic imaging examinations calibrates and adjusts equipment according to the area of body involved takes appropriate films of each examination.Records patient information patient identification numbers and number and type of views taken in-patient log maintains records as required.Demonstrates all procedures to students monitors students performance of procedures corrects faulty techniques and explains appropriate methods.Develops exposed film using automatic processors.MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONSExperienceEighteen months performing radiographic work.SubstitutionGraduation from the San Joaquin General Hospital School of Radiologic Technology may be substituted for six months of the required experience.Licenses and CertificatesRegistration with the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists and certification by the Department of Health State of California as a Radiologic Technologist.ÂNoteGenerally persons who are registered by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists may obtain certification as a Radiologic Technologist in the state of California upon applications and payment of fees to the state Department of Health.ÂSpecial RequirementsPossession of a State of California Certification in mammography or a State of California fluoroscopy permit may be required as a condition for assignment or continued assignment as a Radiologic Technologist II.KNOWLEDGEMethods and techniques of diagnostic radiography various anatomical positions used in radiography and care and use of radiographic equipment safety practices to prevent overexposure to radiation.ABILITYSit andor stand for extended periods of time manual dexterity sufficient to administer procedures and operate equipment bend stoop and lift patients position patients for a variety of imaging examinations understand and carry out complex oral and written instructions in exact detail demonstrate the operation of x-ray equipment in practical work situations perform minor interventional x-ray procedures maintain records establish and maintain effective relationships with medical staff patients and patients families.PHYSICALMENTAL REQUIREMENTSMobility-Frequent operation of a keyboard standing for long periods of time walking pushingpulling and operation of heavy equipment occasional sitting for long periods of time and stair climbing Frequency of Lifting-Constant lifting of 5 lbs. or less frequent restraining liftingturning heavy objects or people occasional lifting of 5 to above 70 lbs. Visual Requirements-Constant need for overall vision handeye coordination and readingclose up work frequent need for color perception depth perception and field of vision Dexterity-Constant holding reaching and grasping frequent writing HearingTalking-Constant hearing of normal speech and talking in person frequent hearing on the telephoneradio and talking on the radio occasional hearing of faint sounds EmotionalPsychological Factors-Constant public contact decision making concentration and working alone frequent exposure to hazardous materials trauma grief and death occasional weekendnight work and overtimetravel Environmental Conditions-Occasional exposure to hazardous materials.San Joaquin County complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act ADA and upon request will consider reasonable accommodations to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions.Equal Opportunity EmployerSan Joaquin County is an Equal Employment Opportunity EEO Employer and is committed to providing equal employment to all without regard to age ancestry color creed marital status medical condition national origin physical or mental disability political affiliation or belief pregnancy race religion sex or sexual orientation. For more information go toEqual Employment Opportunity Division sjgov.org.Accommodations for those covered by the Americans with Disabilities Act ADASan Joaquin County complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act and upon request will consider reasonable accommodations to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions.BENEFITSPart-Time Employee BenefitsPart-time employees who meet the appropriate eligibility criteria may receive health insurance benefits and step increases.Selection PlanApplicants for part-time and temporary recruitments who meet the minimum qualifications are either referred to the hiring department for further selection or they may be required to take a written examination. If a written examination is given the top candidates may be referred to the hiring department for further selection.Testing Accommodation Candidates who require testing accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act ADA must call Human Resources Division at 209 468-3370 prior to the examination date.ÂPhysical Exam Some classifications require physical examinations. Final appointment cannot be made until the eligible has passed the physical examination. The County pays for physical examinations administered in its medical facilities.Pre-employment Drug Screening Exam Some classifications require a new employee successfully pass a pre-employment drug screen as a condition of employment. Final appointment cannot be made until the eligible has passed the drug screen. The County pays for the initial drug screen.ÂEmployment of RelativesApplicants who are relatives of employees in a department within the 3rd degree of relationship parent child grandparent grandchild or sibling either by blood or marriage may not be appointed promoted transferred into or within the department whenThey are related to the Appointing Authority orThe employment would result in one of them supervising the work of the otherDepartment Heads may establish additional limitations on the hiring of relatives by departmental rule.Proof of Eligibility If you are offered a job you will be required to provide proof of U.S. citizenship or other documents that establish your eligibility to be employed in the U.S.HOW TO APPLYApply OnlineÂÂÂÂÂÂÂwww.sjgov.orgdepartmenthrBy mail or in personÂÂSan JoaquinCountyHuman Resources44 N. San Joaquin Street Suite 330Stockton CA 95202ÂÂÂÂÂÂÂÂÂÂÂÂÂÂÂÂÂÂÂÂÂÂÂÂÂÂÂÂÂÂÂÂÂÂÂOffice hoursÂÂÂÂÂÂÂÂÂÂÂÂÂÂÂMonday â Friday 800 am to 500 pm excluding holidays.Phone 209 468-3370ÂÂJob LineFor currentÂemployment opportunitiesÂplease callÂour 24-hour job line at 209 468-3377.ÂWhen a final filing date is indicated applications must be filed with the Human Resources Division before 500 p.m. or postmarked by the final filing date. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of an application. Applications sent through county inter-office mail which are not received by the final filing date will not be accepted. The County assumes no responsibility for mailed applications which are not received by the Human Resources Division.ÂSan Joaquin County Substance Abuse PolicySan Joaquin County has adopted a Substance Abuse Policy in compliance with the Federal Drug Free Workplace Act of 1988. This policy is enforced by all San Joaquin County Departments and applies to all San Joaquin County employees.Equal Opportunity Employer San Joaquin County is an Equal Employment Opportunity EEO Employer and is committed to providing equal employment to all without regard to age ancestry color creed marital status medical condition national origin physical or mental disability political affiliation or belief pregnancy race religion sex or sexual orientation. For more information go towww.sjgov.orgdepartmenthreeo.