Radiology Technologist - Inpatient - Per Diem

SSM Health; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading healthcare facility in Los Angeles is seeking a Radiology Technologist for a per diem role. The position involves preparing patients for various diagnostic imaging procedures, operating advanced imaging technologies, and ensuring a high standard of patient care. The candidate must possess valid licensure and certifications, and experience in medical imaging is preferred. Successful candidates will demonstrate strong interpersonal skills and a commitment to high-quality patient service.

Qualifications

• Current state licensure as a Registered Radiologic Technologist required.
• AART or CMRT certification required.
• BLS certification required within 90 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Prepares patients for diagnostic procedures and operates imaging equipment.
• Completes paperwork and schedules exams timely.
• Assists in patient transport and explains procedures.

Skills

Patient Care

Diagnostic Imaging

IV Contrast Injection

Education

State Licensure as 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 - Per Diem (Variable Hours and Weekend Shifts)

Pay Rate $40

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.

Responsibilities

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