Job DescriptionWould you like to be part of a team of colleagues that employs pioneering, state-of-the-art techniques to treat a variety of conditions with less risk, less pain and as little stress as possible? Do you have a passion for the highest quality and patient happiness? Then please respond to this dynamic opportunity available with one of the best places to work in Southern California! We would be happy to hear from you. Cedars-Sinai has been recognized as #1 in California and eight years in a row on the “Best Hospitals” Honor Roll by U.S. News & World Report.Each year, almost 500,000 inpatient and outpatient exams and procedures are performed and interpreted at Cedars-Sinai Medical Center. Our radiologists & imaging specialists are board certified by the American Board of Radiology in their respective subspecialties. Our subspecialized imaging physicians, American College of Radiology certified technologists and customer-service oriented staff provide our patients with state-of-the-art imaging technologies and innovative treatment options in a compassionate environment.As a Radiological Technologist on the X-Ray team, you will contribute to our quality care by producing diagnostic images using a variety of radiographic equipment, including fixed radiographic, O & C-Arms and fluoroscopic. You will perform radiographic procedures on neonate, children, adults, and geriatric patients.Summary of Essential Duties:
Patient education prior to the examination
Preparation of supplies and equipment set up
Helping perform sterile technique procedures
Following established quality assurance procedures
Maintaining patient dignity and confidentiality
Assisting radiologists as needed
This position involves rotating within our various radiology locations.
QualificationsEducation:
Graduate of an AMA approved Radiologic Technology Training Program required
License/Certification:
Current CRT, CRT-Fluoro, ARRT and BLS (American Heart Association or American Red Cross) certifications required
Experience:
Radiology Tech experience preferred
Excellent communication, interpersonal, prioritizing, decision making and multi-tasking skills required
Understanding of medical terminology and medical diagnoses required
Flexibility and the ability to perform under stressful situations required
Ability to identify and recognize contraindications for exams required
Knowledge of clinical billing preferred
Physical Demands:
Frequently move/lift between 20-50 pounds, depending on assignment requirements
Stand for extended periods with frequent squatting, twisting, bending, kneeling and reaching to prepare equipment, materials or objects in order to deliver patient care or maintain the patient environment
Keywords: X-Ray, Radiology, Radiologic, Tech, Technician, Technologist, Imaging, Healthcare, Medical, Hospital, Per Diem, Per-Diem, Los Angeles, CA, CaliforniaAbout UsCedars-Sinai is a leader in providing high-quality healthcare encompassing primary care, specialized medicine and research. Since 1902, Cedars-Sinai has evolved to meet the needs of one of the most diverse regions in the nation, setting standards in quality and innovative patient care, research, teaching and community service. Today, Cedars- Sinai is known for its national leadership in transforming healthcare for the benefit of patients. Cedars-Sinai impacts the future of healthcare by developing new approaches to treatment and educating tomorrow's health professionals. Additionally, Cedars-Sinai demonstrates a commitment to the community through programs that improve the health of its most vulnerable residents.About the TeamCedars-Sinai is one of the largest nonprofit academic medical centers in the U.S., with 886 licensed beds, 2,100 physicians, 2,800 nurses and thousands of other healthcare professionals and staff. Choose this if you want to work in a fast-paced environment that offers the highest level of care to people in the Los Angeles that need our care the most.Req ID : 6901Working Title : Radiology Tech - Per Diem - 8-Hour Night ShiftDepartment : IMG Diagnostic Rad TaperBusiness Entity : Cedars-Sinai Medical CenterJob Category : ImagingJob Specialty : Diagnostic ImagingOvertime Status : NONEXEMPTPrimary Shift : NightShift Duration : 8 hourBase Pay : $50.50 - $51.49Cedars-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.