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Radiology Tech - Diagnostic Radiology - Per Diem 8 Hour Rotating Shifts (Non-Exempt) (Union)

Keck Medicine of USC · Los Angeles, California, US

As an integral part of the Imaging services Team; the Radiologic Technologist provides support to the Department by performing diagnostic radiology procedure...

Job description

As an integral part of the Imaging services Team; the Radiologic Technologist provides support to the Department by performing diagnostic radiology procedures in a variety of clinical settings. Essential Duties: - Performs and/or assists with radiographic and fluoroscopic procedures according to the department procedure manual. Procedures are planned and performed considering physiologic and developmental age. - Review radiograph for proper positioning, technique, and identification. - Demonstrates complete working knowledge of all radiographic equipment in the department and assigned clinical areas. - Demonstrates correct anatomic positioning skills and uses markers appropriately. - Adjusts technical factors in proportion to patient age and body part being examined while minimizing radiation. - Processes digital imaging cassettes with proper identification and returns cassettes to proper location. - Confirms patient identification by verbal communication, checks name and birthdate. - Reviews doctors order to ensure proper exam protocol is followed and appropriate exam is performed. - Recognizes emergency situations, indicates code and properly administer aid as appropriate. - Reco...