X-Ray Tech, Ltd Permit (Float) - 8hr, Days

Cedars-Sinai Medical Center•Los Angeles, CA

6d•Onsite

About The Position

The X-Ray Technician Limited Permit supports patient care by performing x-rays as ordered by provider for diagnostic purposes. As a member of the patient care team, this role performs routine administrative and clinical tasks to maintain workflows and efficiency in the clinical offices.

Requirements

High School Diploma/GED - minimum
Graduate of an accredited X-Ray program - minimum
Imaging CA Radiologic Tech - Upon Hire minimum
California Department of Health – Radiologic Health Branch X-Ray Permit with Digital Certification and at least one other specialty
Basic Life Support (BLS) - Upon Hire minimum
Current Basic Cardiac Life Support Card (BCLS)

Nice To Haves

Vocational/Technical Diploma
Medical Assistant Certification or equivalent from an accredited educational program/Medical Board approved organization.
1 year Working as an X-Ray Technician in an outpatient clinical/medical office setting
Certified Registered Medical Assistant - Upon Hire preferred
Certification from Board approved Medical Assistant Organization.

Responsibilities

Demonstrates clinical competency and technical skills as a limited license X-Ray Technician, based on scope of practice.
Performs diagnostic radiographic procedures, positions patients on the exam table and adjusts equipment to obtain optimal views of specific body area as ordered by provider.
Performs procedures based on established technique chart using independent judgment to support the radiological orders.
Exhibits working knowledge and relationships with other departments as it relates to radiological services.
Demonstrates proper equipment usage, uses appropriate technique charts, follows appropriate exposure index ranges and assures markers are set appropriately.
Reviews dosimeter reports monthly in observance of radiation safety best practices.
Provides assistance in QA measures including recording QC testing on designated equipment.
Explains policies, procedures, or services to patients using clinical or administrative knowledge, based on scope of practice.
Sets up exam room/procedure rooms appropriately based on patient visit needs.
Addresses patient, physician, and staff concerns and escalates accordingly and follows up for satisfactory resolution.
Adheres to all infection prevention standards, department policies and guidelines.
Manages patient care flow and assists with monitoring CS-Link message pools and standard work.
Performs patient intakes including appropriate vital signs, reviews medication list, reviews medical/surgical history, and documents in the electronic medical record (EMR).