Rad Tech-Fluoro Required – Variable Shift – Per Diem

Rad Tech-Fluoro Required – Variable Shift – Per Diem

Requirements

• Satisfactory completion of formal training program in an AMA approved school and meets the requirements of an appropriate State and/or Federal mandated certification or equivalent.
• AHA Basic Life Support for Healthcare Professional (AHA BLS Healthcare) – American Heart Association -REQUIRED
• Radiologic Technologist Fluoroscopy Permit – CA Department of Public Health -REQUIRED
• ARRT Certificate – ARRT -REQUIRED
• Certified Radiologic Technologist (CRT) – CA Department of Public Health -REQUIRED

Responsibilities

• Documentation management: Verify physicians written order and assures appropriate clinical indication of ordered exams, Begin exams in IDXrad, Accurately complete exams in IDXrad, filling out appropriate information (contrast, fluoroscopy time, QC, resource, technical modifiers, technologist/student/RN/Radiologist), Provide correct coding of exams, billing modifiers, supplies, Depart patient in IDXrad when appropriate, Ensure film jacket is properly labeled, Ensure paperwork is filed appropriately.
• Patient and family education: Provides pre and post procedure education and reassurance to include but not limited to: What the procedure is, how long it is going to take, physician involved, contrast administration and mode of delivery, positioning, instructions related to procedure, the report, patient satisfaction form, etc, Interacts and communicates in a manner to reflect an understanding of the patient’s age, culture, state of health, level of comprehension, Communicates and interacts with the patient’s family in a way that is perceived positive and supportive while maintaining patient confidentiality.
• Produce high quality exams: Understands and applies appropriate imaging techniques, Positions according to department imaging protocols, Labels and identifies studies correctly using legal marker set, Uses imaging equipment proficiently, Uses imaging agents (contrast) according to protocol.
• Quality assurance: Verifies patient identification and pregnancy status, Assists Radiologist in procedures while practicing sterile techniques to prevent cross-contamination, Implements safe, efficient and therapeutic care, Performs proper procedure on proper patient, Demonstrates knowledge of universal precautions and sterile techniques, Observes the patient, reports any changes in status, and initiates appropriate action to ensure a positive outcome. Follows patient’s Advanced Directive, Maintains strict patient confidentiality, keeps work discussion professional and limited to private areas.

Preferred Qualifications

• 1 Year Relevant experience