Radiology Technologist - X Ray Diagnostics - Part Time 8 Hours Day shift (7:30 AM to 4:00 PM)(Union, Non-Exempt)

University of Southern California

1d•$43 - $58

About The Position

Under the direction of the Imaging Services Director, the Radiology Technologist performs diagnostic and fluoroscopic procedures according to specifications and standards established by the department’s Medical Director. The role rotates across shifts, on-call and standby duties, and work areas as scheduled or assigned. It requires effective interpersonal and communication skills, including verbal and non-verbal communication. The technologist documents examination history, unusual conditions or limitations, examination times, and technologist identification in PACS; uses information systems for daily duties and billing; and reviews requisitions against doctors’ orders, patient histories, and special instructions. The technologist greets and identifies patients and explains procedures using AIDET principles. The position requires safe and competent operation of radiological equipment and performance of quality imaging, including appropriate exposure factors, lead marking, patient positioning, contrast media selection, immobilization, and radiation protection. The technologist assesses pediatric, adolescent, and geriatric patients and provides educational information to family members as needed. The role also includes lifting and transferring patients, maintaining confidentiality, following safety and infection-control requirements, and participating in performance improvement activities.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Graduate of an approved Radiologic Technology program.
ARRT registration.
Current California Certified Radiologic Technologist certification.
Current California Fluoroscopy Permit, or obtain the permit within 90 days of hire.
Successfully complete and maintain BLS certification.
One year of acute hospital-based experience is preferred; no prior experience is required for Methodist Hospital radiology interns.

Responsibilities

Perform diagnostic and fluoroscopic procedures to departmental specifications and standards.
Document patient examination history, unusual conditions or limitations, examination time, and technologist identification in the PACS system.
Use information systems for daily duties and billing procedures.
Lift and transfer patients.
Maintain the confidentiality of patient care and medical record information and access protected health information only as necessary for the job.
Inspect equipment for safety before initial use and report unsafe acts or conditions to the manager.
Follow safety and infection-control policies and procedures.
Assess pediatric, adolescent, and geriatric patients to demonstrate requested anatomy through appropriate positioning, technique and contrast-media selection, immobilization, and radiation protection.
Provide educational information to family members as required.
Produce quality images using appropriate exposure factors, lead marking, and patient positioning; demonstrate knowledge and competency in radiological techniques.
Safely operate and maintain radiological equipment.
Participate in the organization-wide Performance Improvement Program, including orientation, education, departmental and interdepartmental improvement, and quality-planning activities.
Review radiology requisitions against doctors’ orders, patient history, and special instructions.
Greet patients, verify their identity, and explain procedures using AIDET for patient satisfaction.
Rotate to different shifts and work areas as scheduled or assigned, and work overtime as directed.
Attend assigned in-service classes and comply with departmental and hospital policies and procedures.
Promote teamwork and maintain positive working relationships.
Perform other duties as assigned.