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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 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 Thousand Oaks and San Fernando Valley region and rotating to other locations._ _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._

*Internal

candidates will be placed according to their Active/Current career ladder

level*

Salary:

$48.52 - $59.14 Hourly

Qualifications

Please ensure your resume 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

+ JCERT approved 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.