Radiology Tech - Diagnostic Radiology - Per Diem 8 Hour Rotating Shift (Non-Exempt) (Union)

Keck Medicine of USC•Los Angeles, CA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

As an integral part of the Imaging services Team, the Radiologic Technologist provides support to the Department by performing diagnostic radiology procedures in a variety of clinical settings. This position requires the use of a pager while on duty and on standby. The role involves participating in after-hours standby and call back, as well as regular rotation of weekend hours. The technologist is responsible for their work schedule hours, including assigned weekend rotations, standby, and callback. They must provide radiation protection to patients, staff, and self according to policy and standard, and always introduce themselves to the patient and explain the exam to be performed. The role also involves acting as a mentor and a source of information for students and less experienced technologists, and acting as an ambassador of goodwill when interacting with other staff members and departments. The technologist must use the chain of command appropriately to communicate any concerns. The position requires the ability to accept change as an opportunity for growth, learning, and development, and to adapt to changing procedures and goals in a cooperative and positive manner. They must also assist in maintaining an atmosphere of cooperation with other departments, medical staff, and other employees.

Requirements

High School or equivalent
Specialized/technical training: Graduation from an AMA approved school of Radiologic Technology, either college affiliated or hospital trained.
Ability to communicate effectively in English both verbally and in writing.
Demonstrates ability to effectively work with physicians, staff, and patients.
Basic Life Support (BLS) Healthcare Provider from American Heart Association
Certified Radiologic Technologist (CA DPH)
Fire Life Safety Training (LA City) - If no card upon hire, one must be obtained within 30 days of hire and maintained by renewal before expiration date. (Required within LA City only)
Radiography (ARRT) Current ARRT

Nice To Haves

Previous acute hospital experience desired, either as a radiologic or student technologist.

Responsibilities

Performs and/or assists with radiographic and fluoroscopic procedures according to the department procedure manual, considering physiologic and developmental age.
Reviews radiographs for proper positioning, technique, and identification.
Demonstrates complete working knowledge of all radiographic equipment in the department and assigned clinical areas.
Demonstrates correct anatomic positioning skills and uses markers appropriately.
Adjusts technical factors in proportion to patient age and body part being examined while minimizing radiation.
Processes digital imaging cassettes with proper identification and returns cassettes to the proper location.
Confirms patient identification by verbal communication, checks name and birthdate.
Reviews doctors order to ensure proper exam protocol is followed and appropriate exam is performed.
Recognizes emergency situations, indicates code and properly administers aid as appropriate.
Records pertinent patient information and completes all paperwork as required and assists in maintaining files.
Keeps x-ray rooms/work stations neat, orderly, and prepared, and assures exam room is stocked with necessary supplies.
Assists with ordering and stocking department supplies and equipment.
Willingly performs other related duties such as transporting patients, scheduling exams, assisting in file room as directed by Supervisor or Director.
Required to participate in after hours standby and call back.
Exhibits organizational skills and utilizes time effectively.
Performs other duties as assigned.