Associate Degree or College Diploma in an accredited imaging modality (e.g., Ultrasound, Radiologic Technology, MRI)
BLS certification from the American Heart Association or American Red Cross
Imaging Registered Rad Tech certification (ARRT, ARMRIT, ARDMS)
California Radiologic Technologist (CRT) State License
Fluoroscopy License
Minimum of 5 years as an imaging technologist
At least 1 year of experience in each relevant modality
Responsibilities
Prepares and checks patients prior to Imaging procedures and assists with scheduling as needed.
Acquires and reviews patient questionnaires and data to assess contraindications for Imaging examinations.
Verifies and validates patient screening safety forms.
Performs venipunctures and draws specimens while maintaining competencies.
Ensures patient comfort and safety during and after exams, educating them about procedures and equipment.
Serves as a resource and preceptor for new hires, technologists, and students.
Administers appropriate contrast for Imaging exams and manages image acquisition and transmission via PACS.
Benefits
Comprehensive health benefits package
Opportunities for professional development and continuing education
Supportive work environment with a focus on patient care
Flexible scheduling options
Access to advanced imaging technology and resources
Full Job Description
Job Description
Primary Duties and Responsibilities
Prepares and checks patients prior to Imaging procedure, may assist with scheduling of patients as needed.
Acquires patient questionnaire, chart, data/requisition and reviews all to determine contraindication of having Imaging examination.
Verifies and validates patient screening safety form.
Performs venipunctures, draws specimens and maintains competencies.
Ensures patients' comfort and safety during and after the exam. Educates patients regarding Imaging procedures, equipment and exam.
Serves as a resource/preceptor to new hires, other technologists and students.
Administers proper contrast related to patient having Imaging exam.
Acquires, archives, transmits and prints images via PACS. When applicable, completes after hours transmission of images and appropriate paperwork.
Immediately reports any malfunctions; observes potential equipment dysfunctions and reports problems or calls for service.
Maintains available equipment up-time. Applies knowledge of radiation physics and safety regulations to limit radiation exposure of the public, patients, fellow workers and self to as low as reasonably achievable (ALARA).
Learns new technical information and skills.
May be required to rotate through all imaging modalities, sites, and/or locations.
Immediately reports any malfunctions; observes potential equipment dysfunctions and reports problems or calls for service.
Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
Education:
Assoc. Degree/College Diploma Completion of course work with an accredited institution in one of the imaging modalities (ie. Ultrasound, Radiologic Technology, MRI) required
Licenses/Certifications:
BLS certification from the American Heart Association and/or the American Red Cross required
Imaging Registered Rad Tech certification with relevant accrediting body (ARRT, ARMRIT, ARDMS) required
Imaging CA Radiologic Tech Certified Radiologic Technologist (CRT)- CA State License. required
Fluoroscopy License required
Work Experience:
5 years minimum two years experience as an imaging technologist
1 year minimum one year experience in each relevant modality
About Cedars-Sinai
Cedars-Sinai is a non-profit academic medical center located in Los Angeles, California. It is one of the largest hospitals in the United States, with over 1,000 beds and 2,000 physicians. Cedars-Sinai is known for its high-quality patient care, cutting-edge research, and innovative medical education programs. The hospital has been ranked as one of the best in the country by U.S. News & World Report, and has received numerous awards and accolades for its clinical excellence and research achievements. Cedars-Sinai is affiliated with the David Geffen School of Medicine at UCLA and is a member of the Cedars-Sinai Health System.
