Radiology Technologist - PT Days

Kindred Healthcare•San Leandro, CA

1d•$41 - $49

About The Position

Kindred Hospital San Francisco Bay Area is a 99-bed long-term acute care hospital providing extended recovery care, including 24-hour clinical care seven days a week. The Radiology Technologist administers ionizing radiation for diagnostic purposes and performs a full scope of radiographic and fluoroscopic procedures. The technologist acquires and analyzes data for diagnosis at the request of and for interpretation by a licensed practitioner. The role also prepares, administers, and documents contrast medication and radiation exposure activities in accordance with applicable state laws, regulations, and company policy. The position is listed as part-time and day shift. The pay range is $41.00–$49.02 per hour. ScionHealth offers a comprehensive benefits package to benefit-eligible employees.

Requirements

Graduate from an accredited institution in medical radiography.
Hold American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) registration.
Current BLS certification.
State certifications or licensure as required by the state of employment.
Read, write, and speak fluent English.

Nice To Haves

One year of experience in diagnostic imaging is preferred.

Responsibilities

Receive, relay, and document verbal, facsimile, electronic, and telephone orders in patient charts as permitted by state and company policies.
Educate patients and prepare them for procedures.
Select appropriate protocols and optimize technical factors while maximizing patient safety.
Apply ALARA principles and the principles of radiation safety—time, distance, and shielding—to minimize exposure to patients, oneself, and others.
Observe patients and equipment during procedures and report unexpected outcomes.
Clean and disinfect the x-ray room and equipment according to infection control policy.
Evaluate images for proper positioning and determine whether additional images may improve the procedure or treatment outcome.
Evaluate images for technical quality and ensure correct identification is recorded.
Corroborate the patient’s clinical history with the procedure and ensure information is documented and available to a licensed practitioner.
Postprocess images and data and verify archival storage of exam data.
Assist in maintaining medical records while respecting confidentiality and established policy.
Identify and respond to emergency situations.
Follow processes for managing equipment and the physical environment to ensure a safe working environment.
Routinely communicate issues, concerns, and opportunities for improvement to the immediate supervisor.
Work cooperatively as a team member with coworkers across hospital departments.
Apply patient safety principles throughout patient care and provide optimal patient care.
Maintain good and regular attendance and perform other related duties as assigned.