Radiology Technologist - Radiology - Per Diem 8 Hours Nights (11:00 PM to 7:30 AM) (Union, Non-Exempt)

University of Southern California

4d•$43 - $58

About The Position

Under the direction of the Imaging Services Director, the Radiology Technologist performs diagnostic and fluoroscopic procedures according to the specifications and standards established by the department's Medical Director. The role rotates across shifts, work areas, on-call and standby assignments, and may require overtime as directed. The technologist uses effective verbal and non-verbal communication and interpersonal skills while providing patient care.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Graduate of an approved Radiologic Technology program.
Ability to read, write, and speak English.
Registered Technologist (R.T.) certification through ARRT; ARRT registration.
Basic Life Support (BLS) certification provided by the American Heart Association.
Radiologic Technologist Fluoroscopy Permit (CADPH) within 90 days of hire.

Nice To Haves

One year of acute hospital-based experience is preferred; no prior experience is required for USC Arcadia Hospital radiology interns.

Responsibilities

Follow patient-safety practices and report potential or actual safety issues; attend assigned in-service classes and comply with departmental and hospital policies and procedures.
Promote teamwork, unity, professional commitment, and positive working relationships.
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 confidentiality of patient-care and medical-record information and follow HIPAA requirements for accessing protected health information.
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; demonstrate requested anatomy through appropriate positioning and technique selection; select contrast media; apply immobilization and radiation-protection devices; and provide educational information to family members as required.
Produce quality images using appropriate exposure factors, lead marking, and patient positioning, and demonstrate competency in radiological techniques.
Safely operate and maintain radiological equipment.
Participate in the organization-wide Performance Improvement Program through orientation, education, departmental and interdepartmental improvement, and quality-planning activities.
Review radiology requisitions, verify examinations against doctors’ orders, check patient history and special instructions, greet patients, verify identities, and explain procedures using AIDET for patient satisfaction.
Rotate to different shifts and work areas as scheduled or assigned, and work overtime as directed.
Perform other duties as assigned.