Description
Kindred Hospital Los Angeles helps patients return to the lives they love. At our hospital, our physician-led care teams provide critically ill patients with the specialized acute care and rehabilitation they need, for the time they need it - empowering them to take the next step in their recovery journey. Located in Ladera Heights near Fox Hills Park, Blanco Park and Ladera Park, we are a short drive from restaurants and shops, as well as close to public transit.
Job Summary
Administers ionizing radiation for diagnostic purposes. Performs a full scope of radiographic and fluoroscopic procedures and acquires and analyzes data needed for diagnosis at the request of and for interpretation by a licensed practitioner. Prepares, administers, and documents activities related to contrast medications and radiation exposure in accordance with state laws, regulations, and company policy.
Essential Functions
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Receive, relay and document verbal, facsimile, electronic and/or telephone orders in the patient’s chart as permitted by state and company policies.
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Provide education and prepare patients for procedures.
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Select the appropriate protocol and optimize technical factors while maximizing patient safety.
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Apply principles of ALARA to minimize exposure to patient, self and others.
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Apply three basic principles of radiation safety: time, distance and shielding.
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Observe patient and machine during procedure and report any unexpected outcomes.
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Clean and disinfect x-ray room and equipment as per infection control policy.
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Evaluate images for proper positioning and determine if additional images will improve the procedure or treatment outcome.
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Evaluate images for technical quality and ensure proper identification is recorded.
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Corroborate a patient’s clinical history with the procedure and ensure information is documented and available for use by a licensed practitioner.
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Postprocess images and data.
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Verify archival storage of exam data.
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Assist in maintaining medical records while respecting confidentiality and established policy.
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Identify and respond to emergency situations.
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Follow process for managing equipment and physical environment to ensure a safe working environment.
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Communicate issues, concerns, and opportunities for improvement to immediate supervisor routinely.
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Work cooperatively as a team member with co-workers in all departments of the hospital.
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Apply principles of patient safety during all aspects of patient care.
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Provide optimal patient care.
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities/Expectations
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Approximate percent of time required to travel 0%
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Must read, write and speak fluent English.
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Must have good and regular attendance.
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Performs other related duties as assigned.
$25.72 - $37.51 / hour
ScionHealth has a comprehensive benefits package for benefit-eligible employees that includes Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k), FSA/HSA, Life Insurance, Paid Time Off, and Wellness.
Qualifications
Education
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Graduate from an accredited institution in medical radiography.
Licenses/Certification
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The American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) registration. Current BLS certification.
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State certifications/licensure as required by the state in which employed
Experience
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One year experience in diagnostic imaging preferred.
ScionHealth has a comprehensive benefits package for benefit-eligible employees that includes Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k), FSA/HSA, Life Insurance, Paid Time Off, and Wellness.
