Radiology Technician - FT Variable

AHMC Healthcare•Monterey Park, CA

1d•$39 - $44

About The Position

Under general supervision, the Radiology Technician provides radiographs for diagnostic purposes to patients referred to the X-ray Department. The role includes performing radiology procedures efficiently, explaining procedures to patients, helping them feel comfortable, positioning them on the exam table, selecting technique parameters consistent with ALARA, and reviewing digital images to determine whether they are suitable for diagnosis. The technician uses radiation-safety measures and protection devices to comply with regulations and protect patients, visitors, and staff. The position requires strong written and verbal communication, sensitivity to patients' physical and psychological needs, attention to detail, and the ability to follow physicians' instructions and work as part of a team. It also requires stamina for transporting patients between hospital beds and the Radiology Department. The technician rotates on call and works variable weekday and weekend shifts, with examples including 7 a.m.–3 p.m., 9:30 a.m.–6 p.m., 3 p.m.–11 p.m., and 11 p.m.–7 a.m.

Requirements

Graduate of an accredited school of Radiology Technology.
Pass a national test (ARRT).
Hold a state license (CRT) and current CRT certificate.
Current BCLS certification required (AHA).
Hold a current Fluor certification.
Ability to work rotating on-call coverage and variable weekday and weekend shifts.
Ability to transport patients between hospital beds and the Radiology Department.
Strong written and verbal communication, attention to detail, sensitivity to patients’ physical and psychological needs, and ability to follow physician instructions.

Nice To Haves

At least one year of experience as a Radiology Technologist, or an assigned student rotation with the Garfield Medical radiology program.

Responsibilities

Verify patient identification before transport and before performing procedures; safely transport patients to and from the Radiology Department, notify the nurses’ station when patients leave and return, and complete the appropriate documentation.
Follow the departmental procedure manual and examination requisitions, including special physician or Radiologist instructions, and obtain requested views and angles.
Check equipment, accessories, and supplies; keep the work area stocked, clean equipment after use, and clean the Radiology room daily.
Perform general office and receptionist duties as requested, including answering phones, filing, scheduling patients, preparing reports, and maintaining patient records.
Complete scheduled procedures during the shift without compromising quality, adapt to schedule changes and interruptions, and work productively during emergencies and other time-critical situations.
Keep rooms, materials, equipment, and medicine ready for patient procedures to support efficient operations.
Assist colleagues and other departmental areas as requested, volunteer for additional work, and use available time to benefit the department.
Assist with institutional in-service programs and help develop other staff members’ skills when requested.
Follow institutional patient-care, fire-safety, infection-control, and radiation-safety policies; refer unresolved problems to the appropriate person.
Check requisitions throughout the shift to ensure procedures are completed; use supportive personnel effectively and plan schedules for students as required.
Maintain supplies at par levels, take inventory, and order supplies as needed.
Help clean and organize the department and maintain orderly, clean areas of responsibility.
Assist in instructing students.
Complete orientation and training before using new equipment, practice preventive maintenance, and report needed repairs to the supervisor.
Follow through on procedures and report incomplete assignments to support continuity.
Attend required in-service and orientation education programs and hospital meetings.
Assume responsibility for ongoing education and professional development.
Perform other duties as assigned and respond effectively to the needs of pediatric, adolescent, adult, and geriatric patients.