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Radiology Technologist PRN

Kindred Healthcare

#Medical Records #BLS Certification #Patient Safety #Infection Control #Patient Education #Radiology #Emergency Situations #Diagnostic Procedures #Ionizing Radiation

Quick overview

Administers ionizing radiation for diagnostic purposes and performs a full scope of radiographic and fluoroscopic procedures. Prepares and documents activities related to contrast medications and radiation exposure in accordance with regulations.

Requirements summary

Candidates must graduate from an accredited institution in medical radiography and hold ARRT registration along with current BLS certification. One year of experience in diagnostic imaging is preferred.

associate degreeDocumentationTeam CollaborationData AnalysisPatient CarePatient EducationPatient PreparationEmergency ResponseInfection ControlEquipment ManagementRadiation SafetyDiagnostic ImagingContrast AdministrationALARA PrinciplesMedical Record MaintenanceTechnical Quality EvaluationImage Postprocessing

Job description

Kindred Hospital Baldwin Park helps patients return to the lives they love.
At our 91-bed hospital, our physician-led care teams provide critically ill patients with the specialized acute care and rehabilitation they need, for the time they need it - empowering them to take the next step in their recovery journey.
We also offer an eight-bed ICU and three negative pressure rooms for treating particularly serious conditions.
We are located near the I-605 and I-10 intersection in Baldwin Park with a number of shops and restaurants nearby for added convenience.
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

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