Radiologic Technologist-Fluoro Required - Sharp Memorial Hospital - Variable Shift - Per Diem

Overview Facility: Sharp Memorial Hospital City San Diego Department Job Status Per Diem Shift Variable FTE 0 Shift Start Time : Variable Shift End Time Variable AWS Hours Requirement: 10/40 - 10 Hour Shift Additional Shift Information: Must be available to work day, evening, and overnight shifts Weekend Requirements: As Needed On-Call Required: Yes Hourly Pay Range (Minimum - Midpoint - Maximum): $47.060 - $60.730 - $68.020 This position is covered by a Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA) with SEIU-UHW. As part of the terms of employment, employees in this role are required to join the union within 31 days of hire and remain a member for the duration of the collective bargaining agreement. What You Will Do To perform a wide variety of technical procedures with quality patient care, assisting Physicians as needed. Required Qualifications 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 Preferred Qualifications 1 Year Relevant experience Essential Functions Documentation management: Verify physicians written orders and assure 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: Provide pre and post procedure education and reassurance to include but not limited to: what the procedure is, how long it will 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. Sharp HealthCare is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, status as a protected veteran, among other things, or status as a qualified individual with disability or any other protected class. #J-18808-Ljbffr