X-Ray Technician - PER DIEM

Job Description

Job Description

Description : COMPANY OVERVIEW :

Monrovia Memorial Hospital, located in the city of Monrovia, has the vision statement for our 49-bed facility to be a Center of Excellence for healthcare in the San Gabriel Valley.

We are committed to leadership and excellence in delivering high quality compassionate care to all we serve. We provide innovative, technologically advanced healthcare while still maintaining our small-town family atmosphere for the comfort and recovery of our patients, while cultivating an environment of exceptional clinical and operational performance.

Monrovia Memorial Hospital is seeking an X-Ray Technician to join our team!

SUMMARY :

Performs radiological procedures and testing based on approved departmental standards. Responsible for carrying out assignments and technical procedures in a manner that demonstrates proficiency, relative to the application of prescribed ionizing radiation, to facilitate medical diagnosis and treatment.

DUTIES / RESPONSIBILITIES :

• Demonstrates knowledge in the theory, techniques and practices of radiology including modalities that he / she is licensed to perform.
• Transports patients as instructed, to and from treatment area.
• Demonstrates knowledge of the indications, contraindications, equipment and radiological testing procedures for adults and geriatric patients.
• Demonstrates knowledge of radiological dyes, including dosages, side effects, indications and contraindications for the patient population served.
• Demonstrates knowledge of appropriate patient positioning techniques for patient population served, based on functions ability and testing requirements.
• Demonstrates the safe and efficient use of radiological equipment, which includes calibration, testing, maintenance of control logs and radiation protection.
• Follows up with patient education regarding radiology tests and exams with the patient and / or family.
• Maintains defined practice standards for the provision of diagnostic imaging.
• Uses proper body mechanics when moving patients.
• Files exams timely on the medical record.
• Promotes patient and employee safety through demonstration of compliance with safety and infection control process.
• Completes and keeps current all mandatory in-services, modules, competencies, licenses, and annual updates (professional licenses and certifications). Updates annual health requirements.
• Able to adapt to new conditions or procedures quickly and without resistance as demonstrated by implementation of new / revised policy, used of new equipment / skill responsibility, accepts new or additional duties assigned.
Benefits :
• 401(k)
• Employee discount
• Paid Sick Leave
• Bereavement Leave
Healthcare Setting :
• Acute Care
• Long Term Care

Requirements :

LICENSURE / CERTIFICATION / EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS :

Current valid State of California Licensure as a Radiology Technologist with Fluoroscopy.

A.R.R.T.

Current BCLS certification (AHA required)

Graduate of an approved Radiologic Technology Program.

EXPERIENCE REUIREMENT :

Minimum of one (1) year experience in an acute care facility or equivalent experience in clinical portion of training.

Experience in an acute care hospital (preferred).

Medical Specialty :

Radiology

Surgery

Geriatrics

Acute Care Setting

Schedule :

Day shift

Rotating weekends

Work Location : In person and must be able to relocate

Work Authorization : Must be authorized to work in the US.