Radiology Tech - Diagnostic Radiology - Per Diem 8 Hour Rotating (Non-Exempt) (Union)

About the Role

The Radiologic Technologist is an integral part of the Imaging Services Team, performing diagnostic radiology procedures in various clinical settings to support the department.

Responsibilities

• Performs and/or assists with radiographic and fluoroscopic procedures according to the department procedure manual, considering physiologic and developmental age.
• Reviews radiographs for proper positioning, technique, and identification.
• Demonstrates complete working knowledge of all radiographic equipment in the department and assigned clinical areas.
• Uses correct anatomic positioning skills and applies markers appropriately.
• Adjusts technical factors proportionate to patient age and body part while minimizing radiation exposure.
• Processes digital imaging cassettes with proper identification and returns cassettes to designated locations.
• Confirms patient identification verbally by checking name and birthdate.
• Reviews doctors' orders to ensure proper exam protocol is followed.
• Recognizes emergency situations, initiates codes, and administers aid as appropriate.
• Records pertinent patient information, completes required paperwork, and assists in maintaining files.
• Maintains x-ray rooms/workstations in a neat, orderly, and prepared state, ensuring exam rooms are stocked with necessary supplies.
• Assists with ordering and stocking department supplies and equipment.
• Performs other related duties such as transporting patients, scheduling exams, and assisting in the file room as directed.
• Participates in after-hours standby and callback, including the use of a pager while on duty and on standby.
• Exhibits organizational skills and utilizes time effectively.
• Adapts to changing procedures and goals cooperatively and positively.
• Assists in maintaining cooperation with other departments, medical staff, and employees.
• Acts as a mentor and information source for students and less experienced technologists.
• Serves as an ambassador of goodwill when interacting with staff and other departments.
• Uses the chain of command appropriately to communicate concerns.
• Adheres to work schedule hours, including assigned weekend rotations, standby, and callback.
• Provides radiation protection to patients, staff, and self according to policy and standards.
• Introduces self to patients and explains the exam to be performed.
• Participates in regular rotation of weekend hours as required.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Graduation from an AMA-approved school of Radiologic Technology (college-affiliated or hospital-trained).
• Certified Radiologic Technologist (CA DPH).
• Current ARRT (American Registry of Radiologic Technologists) certification in Radiography.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) Healthcare Provider certification from the American Heart Association.
• Fire Life Safety Training (LA City) – if not held upon hire, must be obtained within 30 days and maintained.
• Ability to communicate effectively in English, both verbally and in writing.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively with physicians, staff, and patients.

Previous acute hospital experience, either as a radiologic or student technologist, is preferred.

About the Organization

Keck Hospital of USC is a 343-bed acute care hospital providing exceptional and innovative care for complex medical and surgical conditions across a wide range of specialties. The hospital’s world-renowned physicians deliver compassionate, customized, patient-centered care and treat the most acutely ill patients using highly innovative techniques and treatment plans. As a leading academic medical center, hundreds of clinical trials are conducted at Keck Hospital and its affiliated research institutions, offering patients access to novel and promising therapies not generally available elsewhere.

Pay

The hourly rate range for this position is $40.56 - $69.11. When extending an offer of employment, the University of Southern California considers factors such as (but not limited to) the scope and responsibilities of the position, the candidate’s work experience, education/training, key skills, internal peer equity, federal, state, and local laws, contractual stipulations, grant funding, as well as external market and organizational considerations.