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Cedars-Sinai Senior Radiologic Technologist - Orthopedics - Santa Monica in Santa Monica, California
Job Description
Join Cedars-Sinai
Cedars-Sinai has been named to the Honor Roll for the ninth consecutive year and tied for #1 in California and Los Angeles in U.S. News & World Report’s “Best Hospitals 2024-25” rankings, as well as placed among the very best in 11 specialties nationwide.
Align yourself with an organization that has a reputation for excellence! Cedars-Sinai was awarded the National Research Corporation’s Consumer Choice Award 19 years in a row for providing the highest-quality medical care in Los Angeles. We were also awarded the Advisory Board Company’s Workplace of the Year. This recognizes hospitals and health systems nationwide that have outstanding levels of employee engagement. Join us! Discover why U.S. News & World Report has named us one of America’s Best Hospitals.
Why work here?
Beyond outstanding employee benefits including health and dental insurance, vacation, and a 403(b), we take pride in hiring the best employees. Our accomplished staff reflects the culturally and ethnically diverse community we serve. They are proof of our dedication to creating a dynamic, inclusive environment that fuels innovation.
Are you ready to bring your clinical proficiencies to a world-class Medical Group known for the very highest clinical standards? Do you have a passion for the highest quality and patient satisfaction? Then please respond to this dynamic opportunity available with one of the best places to work in Southern California! We would be happy to hear from you.
The Cedars-Sinai Medical Network is committed to helping primary care and specialist physicians provide excellent care to all their patients, who benefit from convenient access to primary and specialty care physicians and seamless coordination of care between them. As a part of Cedars-Sinai, our physicians and staff are partners in quality health care from a medical center that is consistently recognized as one of the finest hospitals in the country. For the 8th consecutive year, we have been named one of the top 20 Physician Groups in Southern California by Integrated Healthcare Associates (IHA).
Primary Duties and Responsibilities
Demonstrates clinical competency and technical skills as a CRT.
Performs diagnostic radiographic procedures, positioning patients on the examining table and adjusting equipment to acquire optimum views of specific body area as ordered by clinician.
Performs procedures based on established technique chart using independent judgment to support the radiological orders.
Follows standardized imaging practices and protocols.
Exhibits solid understanding and relationships with other departments as it relates to radiological services.
Demonstrates comprehensive understanding of patient care flow and insurance concepts.
Uses appropriate technique charts and assures markers are set appropriately.
Demonstrates ability to work in multiple x-ray sites performing needed studies.
Demonstrates ability to retrieve studies from PACS for review and assists with quality assurance.
Maintains needed logs for QC based on manufacturer recommendation.
Provides patient education as pertains to requested studies.
Reviews dosimeter reports monthly.
Performs appropriate infection controls processes.
Acts as a role model in providing care; assists in precepting CRTs, and Limited XT staff and guides accordingly.
Supports team approach and service focus work with colleagues in a “team approach” to encourage a positive and service-oriented image for the department.
Qualifications
Education:
- High School Diploma/GED Required
License/Certification:
Imaging CA Radiologic Tech Required
Basic Life Support (BLS) from American Heart Association or American Red Cross required (BLS expiration date must be valid 60 days from the start date)
American Registry of Radiologic Technologists Preferred
Certification from Board Approved Medical Assistant Organization Preferred
Work Experience:
- 3 year working experience as an X-Ray Technician Preferred
Cedars-Sinai is an EEO employer. Cedars-Sinai does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of the race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, ancestry, physical or mental disability, legally protected medical condition (cancer-related or genetic characteristics or any genetic information), marital status, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, age (40 or older), military and/or veteran status or any other basis protected by federal or state law.