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With your passion for solving

clinical mysteries and our comprehensive imaging capabilities and sophisticated

technology, you can experience an exciting and rewarding imaging career at UCLA

Health. You'll be able to elevate your skills, expand your knowledge, and grow

your career within an inclusive, supportive, and empowering workplace. Come see

for yourself!

Under

direct supervision of the General Diagnostic Manager and Medical Director the

Per Diem Radiologic Technologist (RT) will produce diagnostic images utilizing

a variety of radiographic equipment. Fix radiographic, fluoroscopic and mobile

equipment following prescribed protocols and procedures. As the RT, you will competently

perform radiographic procedures on neonates, infants, children, adults and

geriatric patients. Complete all studies in a timely and efficient manner and

produce film images utilizing Digital Radiography, image processors and process

as prescribed standards. You will be required to rotate to all radiology sites

staffed by UCLA Health.

Duties

include but are not limited to:

+ Assist in performing sterile technique procedures as required

+ Assist Radiologist as needed

+ Follow established quality assurance procedures

+ Maintain patient dignity and confidentiality

+ Patient education prior to the examination

+ Preparation of needed supplies and equipment set up

_The RT is_

_expected to support UCLA healthcare radiology locations in the central region._

_Radiologic Technologists need to possess the skills, knowledge and abilities_

_essential to the successful performance of duties assigned to the position;_

_graduate of a Radiologic Technology Training Program approved by the American_

_Medical Association or equivalent training, maintaining current CRT, CRT -_

_Fluoro and ARRT licensure._

_*Position_

_may convert to career*_

Salary Range: $56.55 Hourly

Qualifications

_Please ensure your resume and_

_application includes a list of all relevant certifications and licenses._

+ ARRT certification - required

+ CRT license - required

+ Fluoroscopic permit - required

+ BCLS certificate from American Heart Association or American Red Cross- required

+ Accredited Radiologic Technologist Program graduate

+ Ability to adapt to advancement and changing technology

+ Ability to identify and recognize contraindications for exams. (Radiology Only)

+ Ability to respond efficiently to expressed needs of referring services, physicians and patients

+ Demonstrate knowledge of clinical billing (IDX codes) to ensure appropriate accounting and reimbursement of services rendered

+ Knowledge of medical terminology, with ability to distinguish between types of procedures within the assigned department(s) and medical diagnoses

+ Skill in employing independent decision making while performing various job functions

+ Telephone manners and skills to handle heavy telephone lines with courtesy and tact

+ Understand the requirements of the EMTALA (Emergency Medical Treatment and Active Labor Act)

UCLA Health welcomes all individuals, without regard to race, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin or disabilities, and we proudly look to each person’s unique achievements and experiences to further set us apart.