Radiology Technologist - Per Diem

150 Shriners Hospitals for Children; Pasadena (CA); On-site; USD 51,000 - 77,000; Full time

Job summary

Shriners Children's in California is seeking a Radiology Technologist to perform pediatric radiology services, ensure image quality, and uphold safety standards in a fast-paced hospital setting.

You will verify orders, position patients, operate imaging equipment, and document results in PACS/RADNET/EHR while maintaining ALARA and certification requirements. The role offers competitive hourly pay in the California healthcare market.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Graduate of an approved Radiologic Technology Program.
• ARRT licensure (ARRT).
• California Certified Radiologic Technologist.
• California Fluoroscopy Permit.
• BLS certification.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine pediatric radiography with emphasis on orthopaedic, spinal injuries and burns.
• Verify patient identity and radiology orders prior to imaging.
• Communicate information to patient, family and staff before the exam.
• Position patients and use equipment to obtain correct radiographs.
• Ensure radiation safety and ALARA principles.
• Document with PACS, RADNET and EHR; complete CD production for outside studies.

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Graduate of an approved Radiologic Technology Program

ARRT licensure

California Certified Radiologic Technologist

California Fluoroscopy Permit

BLS

Job description

Company Overview

Shriners Children's is an organization that respects, supports, and values each other. Named as the 2025 best mid-sized employer by Forbes, we are engaged in providing excellence in patient care, embracing multi-disciplinary education, and research with global impact. We foster a learning environment that values evidenced based practice, experience, innovation, and critical thinking. Our compassion, integrity, accountability, and resilience define us as leaders in pediatric specialty care for our children and their families.

With 20+ hospitals, outpatient clinics, ambulatory care centers and outreach locations across the globe, we provide excellent care to children up to age 18 regardless of their family's ability to pay or insurance status. Please click here to learn more about our locations.

Job Description

A Rad Tech effectively performs Radiology Services as required in the treatment of all patients. Ensures quality standards are met and promotes continuous quality improvement. Maintains current knowledge of radiographic technology and equipment.

Key Responsibilities

• Routine imaging of pediatrics with emphasis on orthopaedic, spinal cord injury, and burns.
• Verifies patient identification and confirms radiology order prior to imaging.
• Communicates the appropriate information and provides assistance and instruction to the patient, family, and co-worker prior to the exam.
• Obtains correctly positioned radiographs to visualize area of interest as ordered by physician.
• Utilizes positioning equipment appropriately.
• Adheres to safety regulations to ensure that all patients, family members and co-workers receive the maximum protection from radiation exposure.
• Utilizes ALARA as a guiding principle for radiation safety.
• Utilizes lead shields for patients and family members as needed.
• Verifies non-pregnancy state for females of child bearing age prior to exam.
• Removes non-essential persons from the x-ray room prior to generating x-rays.
• Consistently utilizes appropriate operator protection devices and wears film badge.
• Demonstrates correct and safe techniques in the use of equipment according to the specific operational guidelines, department policies and procedures, and manufacturers' guidelines and radiation standards.
• Utilizes technique charts and established protocols for exposure and positioning.
• Adjusts exposure factors and positions x-ray tube head appropriately for each exposure.
• Documents appropriately and demonstrates proficiency with PACS, RADNET, and the EHR.
• Complete CD production for outside studies and outside surgeries with appropriate documentation.
• Demonstrates responsibility and accountability for adherence to organizational and departmental standards.
• Promotes and maintains positive working relationships by effectively communicating with the department team as well as other multidisciplinary teams.
• Adheres to the ASRT Code of Ethics.
• Maintains current certifications, attends required in-service training and complies with mandatory education requirements.
• Consistently demonstrates the ability to effectively plan, organize and shift priorities to meet patient care and staffing needs.
• Completes all other duties as assigned by supervisor.

Shift: 730a - 3pm.

Required Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Graduate of an approved school or Radiologic Technology Program
• American Registry of Radiologic Technologist (ARRT) licensure
• Current California Certified Radiologic Technologist required.
• Current California Fluoroscopy Permit required.
• BLS

Preferred Qualifications

• Recent work experience with Three-Phase x-ray imaging equipment
• 1 year of Radiology Technologist experience
• Previous acute care experience as a radiologic technologist using both portable and C-arm equipment
• Previous pediatric experience

The pay range for this position is $37.08 - $55.62/hour.

Compensation is determined based on years of relevant experience and departmental equity.