Radiology Technologist - Manh Bch-BCO Ortho Cl - Full Time 8 Hour Days (Non-Exempt) (Non-Union)

University of Southern California; Manhattan Beach (CA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

USC Care Medical Group is seeking a Radiologic Technologist to perform diagnostic radiology procedures in an ambulatory setting and support back-office operations.

Responsibilities include verifying patient identity, maintaining equipment, and adhering to exam protocols while ensuring safety. Travel to additional clinic locations may be required to support patient care.

Qualifications

• High school or equivalent required.
• Graduation from AMA approved Radiologic Technology program.
• Excellent communication skills in English.
• Comfort with computers and medical terminology.
• ARRT registration required; certification within 6 months if not held at hire.

Responsibilities

• Perform radiographic and fluoroscopic procedures per protocol.
• Review radiographs for positioning, technique and ID.
• Maintain equipment knowledge and proficiency in exam protocols.
• Ensure patient safety and radiation protection.
• Maintain clean, stocked exam rooms and accurate patient records.
• Participate in after-hours standby and weekend rotations.

Skills

Prioritization

Communication

Computer literacy

Anatomy knowledge

Education

AMA approved Radiologic Technology program

Tools

Radiography equipment

Job description

Provides radiology and back office support to a private practice clinic. Position may be supervised by the clinic director, member physicians and/or office manager.

Provides radiology and back office support to an ambulatory clinic operation. Position may be supervised by the clinic supervisor, manager, and/or director. 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. This position may be required to travel to other ambulatory community locations as needed for patient care.

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 stockng department supplies and equipment.
• Willingly performs other related duties such as transporting patients, scheduling exams, assisting in file room as directed by Supervisor, Manager, or Director.
• Required to participate in after hours standby and call back.
• 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.

Required 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.
• Req Able to efficiently prioritize multiple high-priority tasks
• Req Must have excellent communication skills, including the ability to speak, read and write English proficiently.
• Req Must be comfortable with computers and medical terminology.
• Req Must have technical skills to operate radiography equipment and computers.

Preferred Qualifications

• Pref 1 year As a Radiology Technologist
• Pref Previous acute hospital experience desired either as a radiologic or student technologist

Required Licenses/Certifications

• Req Certified Radiologic Technologist (CA DPH)
• Req Basic Life Support (BLS) Healthcare Provider from American Heart Association
• 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 Registered Technologist - R.T. (ARRT) American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) required; if none upon hired, must obtain within six (6) months from hire date

SC Care Medical Group serves as the sole physician entity reporting to the USC Health System, uniting faculty clinical practice under Keck Medicine of USC. This entity oversees clinical governance, physician and ambulatory services, and core enterprise functions including billing, contracting, and financial operations. The organization encompasses 17 clinical departments, with approximately 1,500 physicians and 2,000 staff delivering care across more than 80 locations from Kern County to Orange County and into Las Vegas. USC Care Medical Group is the engine for patient-centered growth-advancing quality, safety, access, and f