Technician - Radiology PD Variable

AHMC Healthcare•Monterey Park, CA

9d•Onsite

About The Position

Under general supervision, provides high-quality radiographs for diagnosis of patients referred to the X-ray Department. This role involves rotation on standby and weekend schedules for radiology coverage. Technologists are responsible for performing radiology procedures efficiently and carrying out related duties as assigned. They will explain procedures to patients, comfort and position them on the exam table, and select technique parameters in keeping with ALARA principles. Radiation safety measures and protection devices must be used to comply with government regulations and ensure the safety of patients, visitors, and staff. Technologists will review and evaluate digital images for quality to determine if they are satisfactory for diagnostic purposes. The job requires excellent written and verbal communication, sensitivity to the physical and psychological needs of patients, attention to detail, and the ability to follow physician instructions within a team concept. The position also requires stamina for transporting patients to and from hospital beds to the Radiology Department.

Requirements

Graduate of an accredited school of Radiology Technology
Must hold a current certificate of the CRT and ARRT
Must hold a current Fluoro certification (new grads have 6 months to obtain)
Current BCLS required (AHA)
At least one year of experience as a Radiology Technologist (for new grads, must have been assigned with Garfield Medical Center during student rotation from Radiology Program)

Nice To Haves

Excellent written and verbal communication
Sensitivity to the physical and psychological needs of patients
Attention to detail
Ability to follow a physician's instructions
Stamina transporting patients to/from the hospital bed to the Radiology Department

Responsibilities

Provide necessary top quality radiograph for diagnosis of patients referred to X-ray Department.
Rotate on stand-by and weekend schedule as required for radiology coverage.
Perform radiology procedures efficiently.
Perform work related duties as assigned or as required.
Explain procedures to the patients.
Comfort and position patients on the exam table.
Select technique parameters in keeping with ALARA.
Use radiation safety measures and protection devices to comply with government regulations and to ensure safety of patients, visitors, and staff.
Review and evaluate digital images for quality to determine if images are satisfactory for diagnostic purposes.
Transport patients to/from the hospital bed to the Radiology Department.