Radiology Tech - Full Time, Rotating (Hollywood)

Radiology Tech

• Full Time, Rotating (Hollywood) Los Angeles, CA Job Details Full-time $36.10
• $49.

64 an hour 14 hours ago Qualifications Direct patient care Medical documentation Hospital patient safety Fire Safety Certification Patient monitoring Achieving HIPAA compliance Image acquisition for patient care Customer service BLS Certification HIPAA English Mid-level Patient safety Healthcare infection prevention and control expertise Basic life support Operating medical imaging equipment Patient interaction Acute care 1 year Aseptic technique Medical imaging Managing patient records Care coordination Hospital regulatory compliance Patient transport Patient observation Full Job Description Position Summary The Radiologic Technologist performs a range of general diagnostic radiologic procedures. Essential Job Functions / Major Areas of Responsibility The essential functions below are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties that may be assigned to this position, nor does it restrict the duties which may be assigned to this position if such duties reasonably relate to the position. Performs a variety of general diagnostic radiological procedures ensuring optimal imaging. Ensures identity of patient using appropriate patient identifiers per hospital policy, and ensures the correct procedure for diagnostic testing, exactly as outlined in the physician order and per all regulatory requirements and hospital policies/procedures. Assists with the care of the patient within scope of licensure. Effectively determines patient needs based on age-specific criteria. Positions patients as necessary to ensure accurate testing in consideration of patient age. Coordinates patient requirements during diagnostic procedures and/or transportation to ensure patient safety. Maintains a sterile environment during invasive procedures and utilizes effective PPE for each patient as necessary. Applies radiation safety practices such as the ALARA (As Low As Reasonably Achievable) model sparing exposure whenever possible and providing adequate shielding. Ensures Infection Control procedures and HIPPA compliance. Empathizes with patient and patient support systems, expresses compassion and understanding for the situation, and demonstrates care which is appropriate for the age, and cultural, religious, gender identity, or ethnic background. Engages in caring behaviors, taking conscious ownership for work, and takes deliberate/thoughtful actions regarding how to best carry out interactions with the patient, families, physicians, and co-workers. Assumes responsibility for ancillary tasks/duties associated with the delivery of procedural care such as but not limited to documentation of charges, ordering of supplies, conducting environmental safety rounds, and maintaining department records associated with patient care activities. Monitors patients, diagnostic procedures, and diagnostic equipment making appropriate adjustments to ensure optimal results. Reports malfunctions to leadership in a timely manner. Performs procedural due diligence to ensure images are processed and archived, and systems are updated, with accurate information as it relates to the patient's medical record and billing. Required Qualifications Current Licensure as Radiologic Technologist in the State of California Ability to read, write, and communicate effectively in English Ability to maintain a work pace appropriate to the workload AHA Basic Life Support Must demonstrate customer service skills appropriate to the job Hospital Fire and Life Safety Card (Los Angeles City Employees only) Preferred Qualifications One year recent experience in an acute care facility Bilingual skills to communicate effectively with patients and families Physical Requirements These are requirements normally expected to perform regular job duties. Reasonable accommodations may be made in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, and applicable, state and local law, to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Incumbent must be able to successfully perform all of the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodation. Standing

• Constantly Walking
• Constantly Sitting
• Occasionally Reaching with Hands and Arms
• Frequently Climb or Balance
• Occasionally Stooping, Kneeling, Crouching, or Crawling
• Occasionally Talking
• Frequently Hearing
• Constantly Seeing
• Constantly Performing repetitive motions with arms or hands
• Constantly Lifting, carrying, pushing, or pulling up to 10 lbs
• Constantly Lifting, carrying, pushing, or pulling up to 25 lbs
• Constantly Lifting, carrying, pushing, or pulling up to 50 lbs
• Constantly Lifting, carrying, pushing, or pulling greater than 50 lbs
• Frequently Driving

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