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Cedars-Sinai Radiologic Technologist (Santa Monica) - 8-Hour Day Shift in Santa Monica, California
Job Description
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We take pride in hiring the best, most hard-working employees. Our dedicated doctors, nurses and staff reflect the culturally and ethnically diverse community we serve. They are proof of our dedication to creating a dynamic, inclusive environment that fuels innovation and the gold standard of patient care we strive for.
What will you be doing:
The Radiology Technician (CRT) supports patient care by performing x-rays as directed by physician for diagnostic purposes. The CRT is proficient with the use of x-ray equipment and associated procedures according to assignments and job responsibilities. Additionally, the CRT will perform routine and basic administrative and clinical tasks to keep the offices of physicians and other health practitioners running efficiently.
Demonstrates clinical proficiency and technical skills as a CRT.
Performs diagnostic radiographic procedures, positioning patients on the examining table and adjusting equipment to acquire optimum views of specific body area as ordered by clinician.
Performs procedures based on established technique chart using independent judgment to support the radiological orders.
Exhibits solid understanding and relationships with other departments as it relates to radiological services.
Demonstrates basic understanding of patient care flow and insurance concepts.
Uses appropriate technique charts and assures markers are set appropriately.
Confident with working in multiple x-ray sites and acts as a role model in providing care; assist in Precepting other CRT and Limited XT staff.
Able to retrieve studies from PACS for review and assists with quality assurance.
Maintains logs for QC based on manufacturers recommendation.
Performs appropriate infection controls processes.
Reviews dosimeter reports monthly.
Provides patient education pertaining to requested studies and aids in new staff orientation.
Assists the clinician during examinations and/or minor surgeries.
Keeps exam and/or procedure rooms stocked with adequate medical/surgical supplies, maintains instruments, and performs sterilization as required.
Escorts patients to exam rooms, interviews patients, measures vital signs and documents information in patient's chart, and performs designated diagnostic tests as directed by the provider.
Qualifications
Experience Requirements:
One (1) plus years’ experience as an X-Ray Technician in a clinical setting, preferably in outpatient clinical/medical office setting.
Education Requirements:
High School Diploma/GED.
Certifications/Licenses Requirements:
Certified Radiologic Technologist (CRT) for California.
Basic Life Support (BLS) certification issued by the American Heart Association (AHA).
Medical Assistant Certification or equivalent from an accredited educational program/Medical Board approved organization, preferred.
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Req ID : 7588
Working Title : Radiologic Technologist (Santa Monica) - 8-Hour Day Shift
Department : SMOG
Business Entity : Cedars-Sinai Medical Care Foundation
Job Category : Imaging
Job Specialty : Diagnostic Imaging
Overtime Status : NONEXEMPT
Primary Shift : Day
Shift Duration : 8 hour
Base Pay : $34.00 - $52.70
Cedars-Sinai is an EEO employer. Cedars-Sinai does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of the race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, ancestry, physical or mental disability, legally protected medical condition (cancer-related or genetic characteristics or any genetic information), marital status, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, age (40 or older), military and/or veteran status or any other basis protected by federal or state law.