IR Tech

Tenet Healthcare Corporation; Palm Springs (CA); On-site; USD 62,000 - 83,000; Part time

Job summary

Tenet Healthcare Corporation is seeking a Radiologic Technologist for per diem coverage in Palm Springs, CA. The role involves rotating 10-hour shifts, operating imaging equipment, developing films, and preparing radiology exam rooms across various environments including operating suites and the ED.

The candidate must hold ARRT registration, state and fluoroscopy licensure, and an active BLS certification; strong communication and interpersonal skills are essential to interact with patients and

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited two year school of Radiologic Technology.
• ARRT Registration.
• State and fluoroscopy licensure.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills required to interact with patients, physicians, visitors, and other staff members.
• Current American Heart Association BLS Certification required (maintain current at all times).

Responsibilities

• Establish/confirm patient identity and verify physician order.
• Educate patient and explain procedures.
• Position patient for exams and transfer to table.
• Operate imaging equipment and assist physician as needed.
• Perform weekly fluoroscopy checks and transport patients.
• Maintain department equipment and supplies and assist with clerical duties.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

Two-year Radiologic Technology program

Job description

Job type: Per Diem

Shift: Rotate

Hours: 10HR Shifts

Under the supervision of the Radiologist, the Radiologic Technologist shall provide radiographic services to patients. The technologist shall operate imaging equipment, develop film, prepare radiographic exam rooms, and maintain equipment & supplies. The technologist shall provide imaging service utilizing various modalities and in multiple environments including the Operating Suites, the Patient Room, the Emergency Department and in the Department of Radiology. The radiology technologist's performance and behavior shall be both reflective and supportive of the Mission Statement and Core Values of the hospital. Demographic information, limited Patient Health Information related to job function.

• Properly establish/confirm patient identity and verifies physician order. Obtains relevant patient history.
• Educate patient and explain procedure.
• Transfer patient to table and position patient for exam.
• Be proficient with all angiographic department equipment and systems. Assist physician as a scrub tech during procedures.
• Perform weekly fluoro checks.
• Transport patients.
• Continually display professional communication skills and behavior towards all patients, family members and staff members.
• Adhere to all department and hospital policies, including but not limited to; time and attendance, dress codes, KRONOS, universal precautions, documentation of credentials, and maintain current CEU's.
• Other duties as requested by manager.
• Ordering and maintenance of supplies.
• Assist with clerical duties, i.e., charging, scheduling, answering telephones and coordinating exams with other departments.

Required:

• Graduate of an accredited two year school of Radiologic Technology
• ARRT Registration
• State and fluoroscopy licensure
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills required to interact with patients, physicians, visitors, and other staff members.
• Current American Heart Association BLS Certification required (maintain current at all times).