Radiology Tech - Diagnostic Radiology - Per Diem 8 Hour Rotating (Non-Exempt) (Union)

University of Southern California; Los Angeles (CA); Ibrido; USD 56.000 - 95.000; Tempo pieno

Descrizione del lavoro

Keck Hospital of USC is seeking a Radiologic Technologist to perform diagnostic radiology procedures in diverse clinical settings. The role requires precise imaging, patient communication, and adherence to safety protocols, with weekend rotations and after-hours standby.

担任此职位的人员需具备AMA认证的放射技师培训，以及ARRT认证，具备英语良好沟通能力。愿意在洛杉矶的Keck Hospital工作，享有不断学习和专业成长机会。

Competenze

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Graduation from an AMA approved school of Radiologic Technology.
• ARRT certification in Radiography.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) Healthcare Provider.
• English proficiency in verbal and written communication.

Mansioni

• Perform radiographic and fluoroscopic procedures as per protocol and adjust for patient age.
• Review radiographs for proper positioning, technique and ID.
• Maintain equipment and ensure exam rooms are clean, stocked, and organized.
• Provide radiation protection to patients and staff according to policy.
• Assist with scheduling, patient transport, and documentation; participate in standby and callback when required.

Conoscenze

Communication

Patient interaction

Team collaboration

Formazione

AMA approved Radiologic Technology program

ARRT Certification

Descrizione del lavoro

As an integral part of the Imaging services Team; the Radiologic Technologist provides support to the Department by performing diagnostic radiology procedures in a variety of clinical settings.

Essential Duties

• Performs and/or assists with radiographic and fluoroscopic procedures according to the department procedure manual. Procedures are planned and performed considering physiologic and developmental age.
• Review radiograph for proper positioning, technique, and identification.
• Demonstrates complete working knowledge of all radiographic equipment in the department and assigned clinical areas.
• Demonstrates correct anatomic positioning skills and uses markers appropriately.
• Adjusts technical factors in proportion to patient age and body part being examined while minimizing radiation.
• Processes digital imaging cassettes with proper identification and returns cassettes to proper location.
• Confirms patient identification by verbal communication, checks name and birthdate.
• Reviews doctors order to ensure proper exam protocol is followed and appropriate exam is performed.
• Recognizes emergency situations, indicates code and properly administer aid as appropriate.
• Records pertinent patient information and completes all paperwork as required and assists in maintaining files.
• Keeps x-ray rooms/work stations neat, orderly, and prepared, and assures exam room is stocked with necessary supplies. Assists with ordering and stocking department supplies and equipment.
• Willingly performs other related duties such as transporting patients, scheduling exams, assisting in file room as directed by Supervisor or Director.
• Required to participate in after hours standby and call back. Position requires the use of a pager while on duty and on standby.
• Exhibits organizational skills and utilizes time effectively.
• Accepts change as an opportunity for growth, learning, and development ; adapts to changing procedures and goals in a cooperative and positive manner.
• Assists in maintaining an atmosphere of cooperation with other departments, medical staff, and other employees.
• Acts as a mentor to and is a source of information for students and less experienced technologists.
• Acts as an ambassador of good will when interacting with other staff members and departments.
• Uses the chain of command appropriately to communicate any concerns with the department, co-workers, or medical staff.
• Responsible for work schedule hours including assigned weekend rotations, standby, and callback.
• Provides radiation protection to patients, staff, and self according to policy and standard.
• Always introduces self to patient and explains exam to be performed.
• Participates in regular rotation of weekend hours as required.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Req High School or equivalent
• Req Specialized/technical training Graduation from an AMA approved school of Radiologic Technology, either college affiliated or hospital trained.
• Pref Previous acute hospital experience desired, either as a radiologic or student technologist.
• Req Ability to communicate effectively in English both verbally and in writing.
• Req Demonstrates ability to effectively work with physicians, staff, and patients.
• Req Basic Life Support (BLS) Healthcare Provider from American Heart Association
• Req Certified Radiologic Technologist (CA DPH)
• Req Fire Life Safety Training (LA City) If no card upon hire, one must be obtained within 30 days of hire and maintained by renewal before expiration date. (Required within LA City only)
• Req Radiography (ARRT) Current ARRT

Keck Hospital of USC, a 343-bed acute care hospital, provides exceptional and innovative care for complex medical and surgical conditions across a wide range of specialties. The hospital’s world-renowned physicians deliver compassionate, customized, patient-centered care and treat the most acutely ill patients with highly innovative techniques and treatment plans. As a leading academic medical center, hundreds of clinical trials are currently taking place at Keck Hospital and its affiliated research institutions, giving patients access to novel and promising therapies that are generally not available elsewhere. Every day at Keck Hospital, physicians, nurses and staff go beyond the science of exceptional medicine to bring patients breakthroughs in the art of caring. Join this world-class team providing highly specialized care, up-to-the-minute research, and innovative clinical trials.

The hourly rate range for this position is $40.56 - $69.11. When extending an offer of employment, the University of Southern California considers factors such as (but not limited to) the scope and responsibilities of the position, the candidate’s work experience, education/training, key skills, internal peer equity, federal, state, and local laws, contractual stipulations, grant funding, as well as external market and organizational considerations.