Radiology Technologist - Inpatient - FT

SSM Health; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; Full time

Job summary

A leading medical institute in California is seeking a dedicated Radiology Technologist to join their expert team. This full-time role requires preparing patients for scans and efficiently operating imaging equipment. Prospective candidates should possess current certifications and a commitment to excellent patient care. Competitive salaries and an extensive benefits package, including tuition reimbursement and retirement plans, are offered.

Benefits

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

401(k) Retirement Plan with company match

Tuition Reimbursement

Life Insurance

Short and long term disability

Qualifications

• Current state licensure as a Registered Radiologic Technologist required.
• At least 3 years experience preferred in the Medical Imaging field.
• Must maintain Continuing Education requirements.

Responsibilities

• Prepare patients for diagnostic procedures and explain the scanning process.
• Operate equipment to produce diagnostic images of patient's anatomy.
• Complete required paperwork and schedule all exams in a timely manner.

Skills

Patient care

Diagnostic imaging

IV contrast media injection

Mechanical troubleshooting

Education

Registered Radiologic Technologist

AART or CMRT certification

BLS certification

Job description

Overview

California Rehab Institute

*A partnership between Cedars-Sinai, UCLA Health and Select Medical*

Century City / Los Angeles, CA

Radiology Technologist - Full Time (Variable Hours)

Rate starts at $35 depending upon experience

Benefits of being a Rad Tech with us:

• Excellent Orientation Program
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Extended Illness Days (EID)
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Prescription Coverage
• Life Insurance
• Short and long term disability
• 401(k) Retirement Plan with company match
• Tuition Reimbursement
• A network of over 50,000 employees with huge growth and relocation opportunities

Responsibilities

Position Summary

The Radiology Technician is responsible for preparing the patient for diagnostic procedures by explaining the process of the scans to the patient and properly positioning the patient to capture the appropriate images. The Technologist correctly operates equipment in order to produce cross-sectional images of patient's bones, organs and tissue.

Specific Duties:

• Completes all required paperwork in a timely manner.
• Understands and completes necessary requisitions for ordered exams in a timely manner.
• Schedules all exams timely.
• Performs diagnostic Radiographic/Fluoroscopic C-arm exams on patients in the department and with portable equipment.
• Demonstrates the ability to inject IV contrast media as needed.
• Performs a variety of examinations, reconstructions, and various printing protocols by the Radiologist.
• Identifies various types of mechanical and electronic equipment failures in order to accurately diagnose problems with radiographic machines and processors.
• Explains the procedure to the patient and answers any questions related to the equipment or the procedure in general.
• Properly moves and transports patient to and from department as required.
• Orders necessary supplies and maintains par levels.
• Treats all patients, guests, coworkers, and physicians with courtesy and friendliness regardless of their cultural/ethnic background, gender, orientation, or age.
• Attends required in-services and orientations.
• Works closely with floor staff and builds positive relationships in order to facilitate excellent patient care.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications:

• Current and valid state licensure as a Registered Radiologic Technologist required.
• AART or CMRT certification required.
• BLS certification required within 90 days of hire.
• Registered by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists required

Preferred Qualifications:

• At least 3 years experience in Medical Imaging field (not including school).
• Must be current with Continuing Education in all fields of licensure.
• Experience operating facility-specific equipment desirable.

Additional Data

California Rehabilitation Institute a 138-bed facility offers patients a higher degree of excellence in medical rehabilitation. Each patient has their own room and receives our customized treatment plans based on their individual medical and therapy needs as they recover from:

• Brain Injury
• Spinal Cord Injury
• Stroke
• Amputation
• Neurological Disorders
• Orthopedic Conditions
• Multiple Traumas