Job Information
UCLA Health Radiologic Technologist Per Diem - Santa Monica Hospital in Santa Monica, California
Description
Play a key role in the delivery
of world class patient care. Continuously elevate the quality of care within an
award-winning health system. Leverage your expertise to make a life changing
difference. At UCLA Health, you can do this and more.
Under direct
supervision of the General Diagnostic Manager and Medical Director the
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.
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 Santa Monica and
Westwood 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.
Salary Range: $56.55 Hourly
Qualifications
ARRT certification - required
CRT license - required
Fluoroscopic permit - required
BCLS certificate from American Heart Association or American Red Cross- required
JCERT approved 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
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