Radiologic Tech - Per Diem Varies

Torrance Memorial Medical Center; Torrance (CA); Sur place; USD 61 000 - 86 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Torrance Memorial seeks a Radiologic Technologist to prepare patients and perform radiologic examinations under general supervision. You will operate x-ray equipment, maintain safety standards, and ensure high-quality images while coordinating with the Radiology team.

The role requires graduation from an AMA approved Radiologic Technology program and current ARRT, CRT, fluoroscopy, and BCLS/ACLS certifications. You will work on-site in Torrance, CA with patient-centered care.

Qualifications

• Graduate from an AMA approved school of Radiologic Technology.
• ARRT License for Radiologic Technologist.
• Certified Radiologic Technologist (CRT).
• Fluoroscopy License - New hires have 6 months from date of hire to obtain.
• BCLS or ACLS Certification.

Responsabilités

• Under general supervision, prepares patients for radiologic examinations.
• Operates x-ray equipment and ensures diagnostic-quality images.
• Maintains safety protocols and ALARA practices.
• Applies infection control guidelines and patient handling procedures.
• Assists in coordinating patient flow and department communications.
• Uses HIS, RIS, and PACS for image management and documentation.

Connaissances

ALARA principles

Teamwork

Interpersonal skills

Patient handling

PACS knowledge

HIS/RIS exposure

SBAR communication

Physician communication

Formation

AMA approved school of Radiologic Technology

ARRT License

CRT certification

Fluoroscopy license

BCLS/ACLS certification

Outils

PACS

HIS

RIS

Description du poste

Under general supervision, prepares patients for and performs Radiologic examinations.

Core Competencies

• Uses ALARA and safety principle at all times.
• Displays flexibility, team spirit, compassion, respect, politeness and accountability when dealing with customers.
• Provides healthcare services in own job category to all age groups.
• Demonstrates competence in interpersonal relationships to all age groups.
• Completes all assigned procedures in a timely manner and uses time between procedures to department advantage assisting others, clerical duties, stocking, transporting, etc
• Utilizes Hospital Information System (HIS), Radiology Information System (RIS) and PACS.
• Answers telephone inquiries of a technical nature from physicians or hospital personnel in other area of the hospital while maintaining good phone etiquette
• Maintains a safe working environment: Keeps work area clean and free of hazards. Alerts appropriate resource of faulty or broken equipment. Observes all safety guidelines. Recognizes and reports unsafe acts
• Maintains appropriate quantities of medical stock for the department.
• Assumes responsibility and accountability for own professional growth and practice. This includes maintaining current licensure and completing educational requirements.
• Understands his/her role in maintaining medication security to authorized personnel only.
• Adheres to infection control guidelines: uses good handwashing technique, adheres to isolation policy, cleaning equipment between patients.
• Assists student technologists who may rotate through the department.
• Transports and moves patients using appropriate body mechanics and safety precautions. Demonstrates knowledge and practice of safe patient handling devices.
• Follows Universal Protocol by using two patient identifiers prior to working with a patient. Uses the appropriate hand off communication techniques (SBAR) when bringing patients to and from the department.
• Provides patient and family with information/instructions regarding procedure, evaluating barriers to understanding.
• Evaluates patients medical histories and clinical data.
• Completes the necessary paperwork and notes discrepancies according to departmental procedure.
• Determines need for translation services or communication aides and arranges for the appropriate resources to meet these needs.

Department Specific Competencies

• Operates all x-ray equipment and systems.
• Calibrates and maintains equipment for quality control.
• Selects exposure factors, positions and consistently produces radiographic images of diagnostic quality.
• Performs portable procedures in high stress environments includes Intensive Care Units, Surgery Suite and Emergency Room.
• Administers contrast as needed per exam.
• Instructs and prepares patients for radiographic/ Fluoroscopic examinations and assists Radiologist during procedures.
• Follows universal Protocol by using two patient identifiers prior to performing the exam, using pre-op/pre procedure verification check list, site marked with the physician’s initials (physician performing procedure) and using "Time Out".
• Practices aseptic technique in opening sterile drape packs, catheters, equipment and supplies.
• Assists the Radiologist with the consenting of patient.
• Corrects supplies are charged and tech notes are written at the completion of each exam in RIS.
• Collects specimens, properly labeling and transporting to laboratory.
• Assumes on-call status and call back as assigned, responding within 30 minutes of receiving call.
• Works cooperatively with all members of the department to resolve problems expediently.
• Follows Lean principles and creates SOPs for the Department as needed.
• Orients and trains new employees and students. Assists in training and development of existing employees.

Education

Additional Information

Graduate from an AMA approved school of Radiologic Technology.

License / Certification Requirements

• ARRT License for Radiologic Technologist
• Certified Radiologic Technologist (CRT)
• Fluoroscopy License - New hires have 6 months from date of hire to obtain
• BCLS or ACLS Certification

Compensation Range: $53.27 / Hour