Radiology Technologist - X Ray Diagnostics - Part Time 8 Hours Day shift (7:30 AM to 4:00 PM)(Union, Non-Exempt)

C018 University of Southern California- HS; United States; Sur place; USD 60 000 - 80 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

The University of Southern California's Radiology department seeks a skilled Radiologic Technologist to perform diagnostic and fluoroscopic procedures in accordance with department standards. You will rotate shifts, participate in on-call coverage, and ensure patient safety, accurate positioning, proper exposure, and use of AIDET with patients and families.

Candidates must have ARRT registration, California Radiologic Technologist license, fluoroscopy permit, BLS certification, and graduate from

Qualifications

• ARRT registration is required.
• California fluoroscopy permit required within 90 days of hire.
• BLS certification required.
• Graduate from an accredited radiologic technology program.

Responsabilités

• Perform diagnostic and fluoroscopic imaging per department standards.
• Verify patient identity and obtain consent using AIDET.
• Maintain imaging quality and proper exposure factors.
• Rotate shifts and on-call as required.
• Ensure safety, infection control, and equipment maintenance.

Formation

ARRT Registration

California Radiologic Technologist

California Fluoroscopy Permit

BLS Certification

Description du poste

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS AND CORE RESPONSIBILITIES

• Adheres to the philosophy of patient safety and reporting of potential or actual safety issues.
• Attends in-service classes as assigned.
• Complies with all departmental and Hospital policies and procedures.
• Displays professional commitment and supports the unit team by promoting unity and teamwork among coworkers by maintaining a positive attitude and positive working relationships.
• Documents examination history on patient, documents unusual conditions and/or limitations, records the examination time and technologist identification in the PACS system.
• Effectively uses the Information Systems programs for daily duties and billing procedures.
• Lifts and transfers patients.
• Maintains confidentiality of patient care and medical record information.
• Abides by HIPAA regulations to access PHI only as necessary for job classification.
• Performs safety inspection of equipment prior to initial use.
• Reports unsafe acts or conditions to manager.
• Complies with all safety and infection control policies and procedures.
• Possesses the skills and knowledge needed to assess the condition of the pediatric, adolescent, and geriatric patients in order to demonstrate requested anatomy throughout proper patient positioning, technique selection, selection of contrast media, application of immobilization and radiation protection devices.
• Provides educational information to family members, as required.
• Responsible for quality imaging including proper exposure factors, lead marking, and patient positioning.
• Demonstrates knowledge, competency of radiological techniques.
• Responsible for safe operation and maintenance of radiological equipment.
• Responsible for understanding and participating in the organization wide Performance Improvement Program through orientation, education, departmental and interdepartmental performance improvement, and quality planning activities.
• Reviews Radiology requisition verifies examination with doctors’ orders, checks patient history and special instructions.
• Greets patients, verifies their identity, and explains procedure utilizing AIDET for Patient Satisfaction.
• Rotates to different shifts and work areas as scheduled or assigned, works overtime, as directed.
• Other duties, as assigned.

Job Requirements

• Education: High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Graduate of an approved school of Radiologic Technology Program.
• Work Experience: Minimum of one year in acute hospital base experience preferred. No prior experience required for all Methodist Hospital radiology interns.
• Licenses and Certifications: ARRT Registration required.
• Current California Certified Radiologic Technologist required.
• Current California Fluoroscopy Permit required.
• California Fluoroscopy Permit required within 90 days of hire.
• Must successfully complete and maintain BLS certification.

Pay Transparency: The hourly rate range for this position is $43.20 - $58.08.

POSITION SUMMARY

Under the direction of the Imaging Services Director, performs all diagnostic and fluoroscopic procedures to the specifications and standards established by the department’s Medical Director. Rotates shifts, on call and standby. Applies good interpersonal and communication processes utilizing verbal and non-verbal skills.

Equal Opportunity & Diversity Statement

USC is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, or any other characteristic protected by law or USC policy. USC observes affirmative action obligations consistent with state and federal law. USC will consider for employment all qualified applicants with criminal records in a manner consistent with applicable laws and regulations, including the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for employers and the Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and with due consideration for patient and student safety. We provide reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities.