Radiology Technologist - Imaging - Per Diem

Palmdale Regional Medical Center; Palmdale (CA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Challenging work

Paid time off

Competitive compensation

Job summary

Palmdale Regional Medical Center is seeking a Radiologic Technologist to deliver diagnostic radiography with high quality. The role requires proficiency in PACS, patient positioning, and equipment operation, with on-call responsibilities as needed.

Applicants should have 2–3 years of x-ray training, be 18+, and hold state certification. The position emphasizes patient safety, accuracy, and cooperation with radiologists and nursing staff.

Qualifications

• Two to three years of x-ray training under supervision of Radiologist.
• Must be at least 18 years of age and have state certification.
• Required skills include written and verbal communication and basic organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Workflow prioritizes patient care and expeditious information flow.
• Uses protective devices and infection precautions.
• Operates radiographic equipment, including portable x-ray, C-arm, and fluoroscopy.
• Ensures proper patient identification, consent, and charting in PACS.
• Maintains cleanliness and prepared rooms; assists with clerical tasks as needed.

Skills

Written & verbal comms

X-ray teamwork

Education

State certification

Tools

PACS

Job description

Responsibilities

Opened in 2010, Palmdale Regional Medical Center is a 184-bed, acute care hospital located in Palmdale, CA. One of Southern California’s newest hospitals and featuring all-private patient rooms, Palmdale Regional provides high-quality, award-winning patient care to residents and visitors of the Antelope Valley and surrounding areas. Palmdale Regional is active in the community and regularly participates with the Antelope Valley Board of Trade/Greater Antelope Valley Economic Alliance (now AV Edge), and other civic and governmental groups. Palmdale Regional believes in "Community Service Excellence" and supports nonprofit agencies and other healthcare related organizations.

Palmdale Regional recently joined the newly created regional brand, Southwest Healthcare. This comprehensive network of care incorporates five hospitals in the southern California region and includes multiple convenient ambulatory locations serving many communities. With more than 7,000 skilled and talented care providers across the region, all dedicated to the highest standards, the shared goal is to provide convenient access to a wide range of healthcare services. Learn more: www.SouthwestHealthcare.com. For more information on Palmdale Regional, please visit www.palmdaleregional.com and follow Palmdale Regional Medical Center on social: Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn and YouTube

One of the nation’s largest and most respected providers of hospital and healthcare services, Universal Health Services, Inc. (NYSE: UHS) has built an impressive record of achievement and performance, growing since its inception into a Fortune 500 corporation. Headquartered in King of Prussia, PA, UHS has 99,000 employees. Through its subsidiaries, UHS operates 28 acute care hospitals, 331 behavioral health facilities, 60 outpatient and other facilities in 39 U.S. States, Washington, D.C., Puerto Rico and the United Kingdom.

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Position Description

Under the direction of the Department Director, the Radiologic Technologist provide diagnostic general radiography services as needed, with a high degree of quality. Performs examinations in a proficient, courteous, and professional manner so as to favorably promote the services of this department and the philosophy of this hospital in this community. In addition, assumes clerical duties as needed in an effort to ensure the efficiency of the department.

Job Duties/Responsibilities Requirements

• Workflow Always makes the Patient the priority, using our system to expedite care and the flow of information to the benefit of our Patients. Accommodates every Patient does not put off work.
• Supplies Makes judicious use of supplies, and notifies appropriate staff when supplies are low.
• Knowledge and Equipment Knows the proper use and care of all Department Equipment, fixed and mobile. Has full understanding of the PAC S and C R Equipment.
• Digital Data Management Follow through on every procedure. Verifies that images are sent to PACS. Assure that the notes are entered into PACS. Promptly QC as the study for Completion. Verifies that charges are correct. Treats data as a legal document.
• Radiographic Imaging Produces quality diagnostic radiographs according to department procedure manual. Confers with radiologist if altering from standard procedure. Completes examinations in a timely manner. Properly labels films so as not to interfere with anatomy. Uses personal lead markers. Is proficient in operating all department equipment as well as portable x‑ray machines, C‑arm operation. Is knowledgeable in fluoroscopic procedures such as myelograms, arthrograms, EGDs and ERC Ps. Can produce diagnostic portable and operating room radiographs. Observes age specific guidelines. It is competent in the injection of contrast material.
• Transporting Patients Identifies self and department. Explain examinations to the patient. Consistently checks patient I.D. before transporting him. Notifies the nurse’s station when taking patient from the floor. Confirms physician’s order in the patient’s chart and verifies consent if contrast study. Bring a chart when indicated. Properly drape patient with sheets, blankets, etc. Transports patient in a safe manner. Notifies nurse’s station when returning patient to floor. Returns chart and conveys patient status and/or information to nurse.
• Protection Uses appropriate protective devices, lead aprons, lead gloves, lead glasses and film badge while in fluoroscopy. Uses gloves, mask, gowns, and universal infection protections. Use sharps container properly. Uses proper body mechanics.
• Work Habits Keeps rooms clean and orderly. Wipes table and chest board after every patient. Use a clean pillowcase, sheets and blankets with every patient. Keeps the floor clean. Wipe up spills. Mops when necessary. Replaces sharps containers when ¾ full. Restock supplies in rooms. Maintains cleanliness of equipment used in surgery. Wipes C‑arm with disinfectant prior to entering surgical suite. Remove trash when full. Is proficient in sterile technique. Consistently uses universal infection precautions and proper body mechanics.
• On Call Procedures Follows the on-call procedures. Assures that on call response is within policy. Accepts a reasonable quantity of call assignments each month.
• Department Job Assignment Has accepted a department job assignment. Completes this assignment reliably, and on time throughout the year.
• Provides Clerical Assistance Files reports, Answers the phones, restocks supplies, cleans rooms. Understands how to check the crash carts and look for expired supplies.
• Age-Appropriate Care Pediatric: Explains procedure thoroughly to parents and patient (if child is of age to understand). Is knowledgeable in the use of pediatric restraint devices, i.e. Pigg‑O‑Stat, Papoose Board, sponges and allows parents help in restraining child when appropriate. Utilizes Gonadal Shielding. Utilizes high KVP, low MAS for minimal exposure time and dose to patient. Enlists help from other tech or staff to ensure patient safety while developing films or out of the room. Confers with radiologists to minimize repeat films and exposure to the patient. Speaks calmly to children and reassures their fears. Adolescent: Explains procedure thoroughly to patient and parents, and answers patient questions. Inquires as to the possibility of patients being pregnant (if of childbearing age) prior to procedure. Utilizes Gonadal Shielding. Utilizes high KVP, low MAS for minimal exposure to patient. Recognizes and respects the adolescent patient’s modesty and need for privacy. Confers with radiologist as to any specific need or request by the adolescent patient, prior to procedure. Speaks reassuringly to patients. Geriatric: Explains procedure thoroughly to patient and family member or attendee. Answer any questions the patient may have. Demonstrates appropriate safety precautions associated with elderly patients. Sets break on wheelchairs, gurneys, etc., while transferring patients to and from radiology table. Stands close to patient assisting when needed in case of a fall. Replaces restraints removed from patient from exam, i.e. pony‑vest, leg and arm restraints, side rail of bed or gurney. Never leave the patient unattended. Appropriate use of pads, sponges, sheets, pillows, blankets, etc. to assure patient comfort and protect skin. Use of slider board to facilitate easier more comfortable transfer. Speak slowly and clearly when giving instructions and frequently inquire as to the comfort of the patient. Reassures confused patients and orients patient to their surroundings. Use of short exposure time to minimize motion and limit time patient needs to suspend respiration. Inform radiologist of special needs or request by the geriatric patient.

This opportunity offers the following

• Challenging and rewarding work environment
• Competitive compensation & Generous Paid Time Off

About Universal Health Services

Headquartered in King of Prussia, PA, Universal Health Services, Inc. (NYSE: UHS) is one of the nation’s largest and most respected providers of hospital and healthcare services. Since our founding in 1979, UHS has grown steadily into a premier Fortune 500® corporation perennially recognized by multiple esteemed national rating entities. Through its subsidiaries, UHS operates inpatient acute care facilities, inpatient behavioral health facilities, outpatient and other facilities, nationwide virtual behavioral health services, an insurance offering, a physician network and various related services with physical locations in the U.S., Puerto Rico, Ireland and United Kingdom. www.uhs.com.

Qualifications

• Experience: Two to three years of x-ray training under supervision of a Radiologist preferred with experience in geriatric, adolescent, adult, and pediatrics.
• Education: Must be at least 18 years of age. General education level. Must have state certification.
• Required Skills: Written and verbal communications, interpersonal skills. Basic organizational and computer skills.
• Certifications/ Licenses: Currently registered CRT or CRT eligible. Registered ARRT or ARRT eligible. BLS Certification. CPI is required within 30 days of hire.

EEO Statement

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