Level III - Radiology Technician
Kaiser Permanente
Anaheim, CA
0x8 hrs, Days
$75-81/hourOverview
- Start DateASAP
- Shift Breakdown0x8 hrs
- ShiftDays
Pay
Qualifications
- Eligible to work in US
Description
Under general supervision, operates radiographic equipment, including whole body CT scanners and radiographic equipment; develops x-ray images; maintains adequate records; assists physician in fluoroscopic examinations; operates portable x-ray equipment, and follows standard radiation and safety procedures.
Essential Responsibilities:
- Patient Procedures and Activities. Explain test procedures and purpose. Demonstrate equipment for patient. Assist physician during minor surgical procedures, and in developing new techniques and procedures. Assist in obtaining tissue specimens. Assist provider in patient examinations and procedures. Follow standard infection control procedures. Lift patients. Modify treatment techniques which do not require change in physician orders. Monitor and evaluate test readings during procedures. Observe, monitor and evaluate patient condition during and after procedures. Prepare and position patients for diagnostic imaging tests. Respond to emergencies (i.e., stat pages, Code Blue) and stat requests. Shave and apply antiseptic solutions to patient skin areas. Transport patients to/from procedure area. Assist physician with fluoroscopic examinations. Assist in cardiovascular procedures. Develop digital or film images and makes prints if applicable. Load and unload imaging film in radiology equipment. Mix and administer barium to patients. Perform whole body CT scans. Take radiographs. Assist physician with inpatient and outpatient pacemaker procedures. Perform radiation safety monitoring. Clean darkroom, procedures room, and work area. Records patient Information. Review patient charts to evaluate patients and identify significant conditions. Compile data for Quality Assurance. Complete diagnostic examination requisitions, forms and records for pre-op work. Equipment and Instruments. Check emergency equipment. Restock supplies in examination rooms. Select and set out appropriate tubings and sterile supplies. Set up instruments and surgical trays. Operate radiographic, fluoroscopic, and portable x-ray equipment. Arrange for repair of imaging equipment. Inspect equipment and instruments for damage. Maintain equipment in good working order. Materials and Supplies. Fill requests for equipment and supplies. Maintain and order supplies. Dispose of expendable medical supplies, and of used syringes and contaminated materials properly. Inventory equipment and supplies. Maintain solutions, chemicals and automatic equipment. Replenish supplies and equipment. Maintain patient information material. Administrative and Other. Attend conferences, meetings and in-service training programs. Serve as resource person to co-workers by answering procedural questions and assisting in problem solving. Conduct in service training. Maintain current licensure/certifications, and proficiency in clinical skills. Other Activities and Responsibilities. Assume other activities and responsibilities from time to time as directed. Performs other duties as required.
Employer
Kaiser Permanente
Anaheim, CA
About
Anaheim, California, is a world-famous tourist destination best known for being the home of Disneyland, one of the largest, most recognized theme parks worldwide. The city offers plenty of other local attractions and landmarks, such as the Downtown Disney District, Knotts Berry Farm, Adventure City, Honda Center and Angel Stadium. Anaheim has a rampant food scene, with fantastic local restaurants like The Ranch Restaurant & Saloon, Bubba Gump Shrimp Co., FiRE+iCE and Packing House OC. The city’s mild year-round climate also makes it great for getting outdoors for a hike or bike ride at Yorba Regional Park or Irvine Regional Park. And if all these options aren’t enough, Los Angeles and all its culture, attractions and excitement are less than 30 miles away, and Hollywood is just five more miles down the road.
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