Description
UCLA HEALTH
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Description
With your passion for solving clinical
mysteries and our comprehensive imaging capabilities and sophisticated
technology, you can experience an exciting and rewarding imaging career at UCLA
Health. You’ll be able to elevate your skills, expand your knowledge, and grow
your career within an inclusive, supportive, and empowering workplace. Come see
for yourself!
Under direct supervision of the
General Diagnostic Manager and Medical Director the Per Diem Radiologic
Technologist (RT) will produce diagnostic images utilizing a variety of
radiographic equipment. Fix radiographic, fluoroscopic and mobile equipment following
prescribed protocols and procedures. As the RT, you will competently perform
radiographic procedures on neonates, infants, children, adults and geriatric
patients. Complete all studies in a timely and efficient manner and produce
film images utilizing Digital Radiography, image processors and process as
prescribed standards. You will be required to rotate to all radiology sites
staffed by UCLA Health.
Duties include but are not limited to:
- Assist in performing sterile technique procedures
as required - Assist Radiologist as needed
- Follow established quality assurance procedures
- Maintain patient dignity and confidentiality
- Patient education prior to the examination
- Preparation of needed supplies and equipment set up
The RT is expected to support UCLA
healthcare radiology locations in the Westwood and Santa Monica region.
Radiologic Technologists need to possess the skills, knowledge and abilities
essential to the successful performance of duties assigned to the position;
graduate of a Radiologic Technology Training Program approved by the American
Medical Association or equivalent training, maintaining current CRT, CRT –
Fluoro and ARRT licensure.
*Position may convert to career*
Salary
Range: $59.38 Hourly
Qualifications
*Please ensure your resume includes a list
of all relevant certifications and licenses*
- ARRT certification – required
- CRT license – required
- Fluoroscopic permit – required
- BCLS certificate from American
Heart Association or American Red Cross- required - Accredited Radiologic
Technologist Program graduate - Ability to adapt to advancement
and changing technology - Ability to identify and recognize
contraindications for exams. (Radiology Only) - Ability to respond efficiently to
expressed needs of referring services, physicians and patients - Demonstrate knowledge of clinical
billing (IDX codes) to ensure appropriate accounting and reimbursement of
services rendered - Knowledge of medical terminology,
with ability to distinguish between types of procedures within the
assigned department(s) and medical diagnoses - Skill in employing independent
decision making while performing various job functions - Telephone manners and skills to
handle heavy telephone lines with courtesy and tact - Understand the requirements of
the EMTALA (Emergency Medical Treatment and Active Labor Act)