Kindred Healthcare·Westminster, California
Administers ionizing radiation for diagnostic purposes and performs a full scope of radiographic and fluoroscopic procedures. Responsible for preparing patients, documenting contrast medication use, and ensuring radiation safety protocols are followed.
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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 Receive, relay and document verbal, facsimile, electronic and/or telephone orders in the patient’s chart as permitted by state and company policies Provide education and prepare patients for procedures Select the appropriate protocol and optimize technical factors while maximizing patient safety Apply principles of ALARA to minimize exposure to patient, self and others Apply three basic principles of radiation safety: time, distance and shielding Observe patient and machine during procedure and report any unexpected outcomes Clean and disinfect x-ray room and equipment as per infection control policy Evaluate images for proper positioning and determine if additional images will improve the procedure or treatment outcome Evaluate images for technical quality and ensure proper identification is recorded Corroborate a patient’s clinical history with the procedure and ensure information is documented and available for use by a licensed practitioner Postprocess images and data Verify archival storage of exam data Assist in maintaining medical records while respecting confidentiality and established policy Identify and respond to emergency situations Follow process for managing equipment and physical environment to ensure a safe working environment Communicate issues, concerns, and opportunities for improvement to immediate supervisor routinely Work cooperatively as a team member with co-workers in all departments of the hospital Apply principles of patient safety during all aspects of patient care Provide optimal patient care Knowledge/Skills/Abilities/Expectations Approximate percent of time required to travel 0%25 Must read, write and speak fluent English Must have good and regular attendance Performs other related duties as assigned Pay Range: $24.97 - $32.62/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.
Education Graduate from an accredited institution in medical radiography Licenses/Certification The American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) registration Current BLS certification State certifications/licensure as required by the state in which employed Experience One year experience in diagnostic imaging preferred
Requires graduation from an accredited medical radiography institution and ARRT registration. Must hold current BLS certification and state licensure, with one year of diagnostic imaging experience preferred.
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