Radiology Technologist - Per Diem - San Diego
Company: Kaiser
Location: San Diego
Posted on: April 17, 2024
Job Description:
Job Summary: Under indirect supervision, operates radiographic
equipment using imaging modalities. Performs general diagnostic
radiology procedures in compliance with department protocols,
including fluoroscopy, orthopedics, tomography, C-arms, surgery,
and portables. Evaluates radiographs for technical quality.
Exercises professional judgment in the performance of procedures.
Applies principles of radiation protection and provides patient
care essential to radiographic procedures. Recognizes patient
conditions requiring immediate action and initiates life support
measures. Essential Responsibilities:
- Customer Service - Is responsive to the needs of others by
maintaining a professional behavior toward members and coworkers
and creating a positive image for the department, as demonstrated
by:
- -A willingness to take the initiative to resolve member
issues.
- -Handling a high number of member contacts. -
- -Dealing with customer complaints in a positive way.
- -Providing compassionate service. -
- -Treating coworkers with respect and appreciation.
- -Fostering teamwork and thinking positively.
- -Identifies the impact of cultural diversity and lifestyle
choices on patient condition and makes accommodations for such
differences.
- -Demonstrates competence in the operation of radiographic
equipment, both mobile and stationary in various patient care
settings.
- -Consistently selects correct technical factors relative to the
requirements of the study and the patients age and body
habitus.
- -Consistently selects other equipment settings/parameters (e.g.
locks on equipment and tables, tube placement, control panel
settings, etc.) appropriately.
- -Consistently processes radiographic images properly, utilizing
automated equipment.
- -Uses proper sterile technique.
- -Consistently operates imaging computer properly and in
accordance with department protocols (CT, MRI).
- -Demonstrates knowledge of, and consistently uses ancillary
equipment (e.g. catheters, guidewires, etc.) properly. (Angio)
- -Demonstrates competence in the positioning of patients for
radiographic imaging.
- -Routinely positions patients accurately relative to the
requirements of the study as stated in the department
protocols.
- -Utilizes various immobilizing devices such as sponges and
sandbags whenever necessary to obtain acceptable radiographs and/or
electronic images.
- -Always takes special care in handling/positioning patients
with critical injuries or trauma to avoid further injury.
- Age Specific Criteria:
- -Demonstrates an understanding of the cognitive, physical,
emotional and chronological maturation process in delivery of
services to patients of the age group served.
- -Able to assess data reflective of the patients status and
interpret the appropriate information needed to identify each
patients requirements relative to his or her age specific needs and
to provide the care needed in accordance with department policy.
(Neonatal. Pediatric, Adolescent. Adult, Geriatric).
- -Adjusts technical factors relative to the requirements of the
study and the physical maturation of the patient.
- -Modifies patient positioning techniques relative to the
patients physical and cognitive abilities.
- -Always takes special care in handling, positioning and/or
restraining infants and geriatric patients to avoid injury or
excessive radiation exposure.
- -Never leaves infant, pediatric or disoriented geriatric
patient unattended. 0%
- -Exercises Good Clinical Judgment:
- -Consults with the radiologist or other clinician for purposes
of clarifying orders.
- -Selects alternate or additional view appropriately relative to
the patients condition.
- -Does not attempt to perform an exam in any case in which it
cannot be performed safely and/or properly.
- -Documents clinical activities in a timely, comprehensive, and
accurate manner.
- -Completes and initials the standard consultation form and the
Radiology Processing Record accurately and immediately following
each procedure.
- Communication:
- -Demonstrates good communication skills. -
- -Communicates verbally in a clear and concise manner.
- -Communicates verbal instruction to member in a manner that is
conducive to understanding and compliance.
- -Demonstrates courteous and appropriate telephone skills.
- -Speaks English in the presence of patients, except as required
to interpret for non-English-speaking patients.
- -Communicates in writing accurately, completely and legibly,
and routes such communication appropriately and in a timely
manner.
- Professional Maturity:
- -Demonstrates professional maturity in all interactions with
patients and staff.
- -Strives to maintain good working relationships and rapport
with patients, other members of the department and the health care
team.
- -Is flexible and cooperative about schedule changes made to
maximize productivity and efficiency.
- -Responds appropriately to constructive criticism from
supervisors and peers.
- -Functions independently within the defined scope of
position.
- Productivity:
- Meets productivity norms achieved by peers within the
department.
- Equipment, Supplies, and Work Area:
- Maintains equipment, supplies and work area in accordance with
department guidelines.
- Keeps equipment and work area clean at all times.
- Routinely handles equipment with care to avoid damage.
- Reports equipment malfunctions to supervisory staff
promptly.
- Organizational Rules, Policies, and Procedures:
- -Observes all organizational, regional, medical service area
and Diagnostic Imaging Department policies and procedures.
- -Is compliant with organizational, regional and medical service
area policies and procedures.
- -Observes Regional Radiation Safety Standards and Department
Safety Policies.
- -Quality of Service:
- -Maintains standards or professional behavior established to
enhance quality of service.
- -Greets members promptly and courteously with eye contact and a
pleasant expression and tone of voice.
- -Informs members of reason for any delays or anticipated delays
in their care.
- -Treats patients in accordance with the Patients Bill of
Rights.
- -Conducts only work related conversations when members are
waiting for service.
- Assume other activities and responsibilities from time to time
as directed.
- Upholds Kaiser Permanentes Policies and Procedures, Principles
of Responsibilities and applicable state, federal and local
laws.Basic Qualifications:Experience - - - - - - - N/AEducation - -
- - - - - N/ALicense, Certification, Registration - - - - - - -
Radiologic Technologist Certificate (California) - - - - - - -
Certified Radiologic Technologist - Fluoroscopy Certificate
(California) within 4 months of hire - - - - - - - Radiologic
Technologist Certification within 4 months of hire from American
Registry of Radiologic Technologists - - - - - - - Basic Life
Support within 4 months of hire -Preferred Qualifications: - - - -
- - - Two (2) year/s experience as a staff technologist. - - - - -
- - CRT Mammography certification. - - - - - - - ARRT Mammography
qualification. -Notes: - - - - - - - Shifts, hours, and/or
locations may vary based on operational need. - - - - - - - May
rotate to all current and future locations within the San Diego
service area based on operational needs.PrimaryLocation :
California,San Diego,Vandever Medical OfficesHoursPerWeek : 1Shift
: DayWorkdays : Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, SunWorkingHoursStart
: 07:00 AMWorkingHoursEnd : 03:30 PMJob Schedule :
Call-in/On-CallJob Type : StandardEmployee Status : RegularEmployee
Group/Union Affiliation : B09-OPEIU-Local 30Job Level : Individual
ContributorJob Category : Imaging & RadiologyDepartment : Vandever
MOB - X-ray-Day - 0806Travel : Yes, 75 % of the TimeKaiser
Permanente is an equal opportunity employer committed to a diverse
and inclusive workforce. Applicants will receive consideration for
employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including
pregnancy), age, sexual orientation, national origin, marital
status, parental status, ancestry, disability, gender identity,
veteran status, genetic information, other distinguishing
characteristics of diversity and inclusion, or any other protected
status.
Keywords: Kaiser, Irvine , Radiology Technologist - Per Diem - San Diego, Other , San Diego, California
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