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Per Diem Imaging Tech
1 month ago
Kaweah Health is a publicly owned, community healthcare organization that provides comprehensive health services to the greater Visalia area in central California. With more than 5,000 employees, Kaweah Health provides state-of-the-art medicine and high-quality preventive services in our acute care hospital, specialized health centers and clinics. Our eight-campus healthcare district has 613 beds and offers comprehensive health services across a broad continuum of care.
It takes a special person to work for Kaweah Health. We serve a region where the needs are great, which makes the rewards even greater. Every day, we care for people facing unique challenges and in need of healing. Throughout it all, our focus is to make a difference, and we do - in the health of our patients, our loved ones, and our community.
Benefits Eligible
Not Benefits Eligible
Work Shift
Variable (United States of America)
Department
7630 Radiology-KHMC
The Imaging Technologist provides the department with basic diagnostic x-ray skills in operating and performing the various tasks in preparing, executing, and completing procedures. This would include proper order review, basic radiologic skills, and patient care experience.
QUALIFICATIONS
License /Certification
Required:
CA Certified Radiologic Technologist (CRT) license
BLS
Preferred:
ARRT
Licensure in a second modality
Department Specific Requirements
If assigned to Radiology Diagnostic Department: Fluoroscopy permit required within 6 months of hire/transfer.
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES
Essential
Operates X-ray equipment according to procedure. Provides radiation protection for patient according to prescribed safety standards. Adjusts technical factors to accommodate the age, body habitus, disease process and condition of each patient.
Verifies correct order on chart or provided physician order, referring questions to supervisor or physician before performing procedure. All documentation and data entry is complete and accurate, according to policy. Notifies physician if any modifications to exam ordered are required.
Assists physician in administering contrast media, mixing contrast solutions according to procedures and assembling administration materials, if required.
Uses department computers according to procedures.
Knows Radiology Information System (RIS), properly charges exams, adds supplies if necessary. Modifies orders and cancels exams appropriately, including documenting reason in RIS.
Keeps designated work area clean and orderly. Clean equipment and rooms; stock supplies and maintains area in a ready condition.
Assists in administering first aid as necessary.
Develops images using computed Radiography system (CR) or Digital Radiography (DR) with correct information and positioning markers on image. Prints CR or digital images using laser printer or CD burner as necessary. No complaints from physicians concerning image quality.
Transfers patient to and from X-ray room; positions patient correctly for X-ray being taken as assigned. Thoroughly explains the procedure to the patient.
Properly performs portable radiography, checking chart and seeking nursing assistance when necessary.
Identifies patient and exam accuracy by verifying at least two patient identifiers and by checking for proper exam order.
Notifies nursing upon modification, rescheduling, or canceling of an exam as necessary.
Develops and maintains good working relationships with all members of hospital, medical staff, and community. Portrays department positively to all.
Becomes familiar with and able to assist physicians in viewing images on the hospital PACs system.
Fully understands and complies with ensuring proper security of medications.
May have access to cabinets that house emergency medication kits, contrast reaction kits, commercially prepared kits, and medications that are provided to licensed personnel authorized to administer.
Responsible for maintaining PAR Levels and currency of dates on supplies and medications they stock.
Addendum (essential for specific dept)
IF ASSIGNED TO URGENT CARE/SEQUOIA PROMPT CARE ALSO RESPONSIBLE FOR:Escorts patients to exam rooms. May take and record vital signs. Makes sure all paperwork is completed. Assists with patient flow. Enters appropriate information into medical record, adhering to medical record guidelines. May be required to obtain pre-certification for procedures. Assures correct coding for filling and forms are in proper place in record. Accurately enters vital signs into patient management computer system. Uses department computer systems to enter and obtain information/documentation. Answers telephone, refers calls, makes appointments, and provides appropriate information and referrals, as needed. Transports patients during the admission and discharge process using the appropriate mode as indicated based on the patient complaint or condition. Participates in the initial and ongoing assessment of the patient. Takes initial and serial vital signs as required. Properly attaches cardiac monitor and records rhythm strip as directed. Applies the SaO2 sensor as directed. Reports pertinent findings or changes in patient condition to licensed personnel.
Additional
Assists in specific areas of training for radiology technology students. Is a role model and provides a positive atmosphere for learning.
Actively participates in Performance Improvement and quality assurance.
Assists other members of the shift with patient assignments. Takes initiative in helping others within own unit as well as outside units, when workload permits.
May be assigned specific duties as necessary in compiling or collecting data.
Demonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care and services appropriate to the population served on the assigned unit or work area. Knowledgeable of growth and development for all patient/family cultural, linguistic, spiritual, gender, and age specific needs. Able to effectively communicate and care for patient and family as reflected in the Plan for Provision of Care.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Pay Range
$40.00 - $40.00
If you want to use your talents alongside people who face each day with courage and purpose, in an environment that empowers you to do your absolute best, this is where you belong.
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