X-Ray Tech, Ltd Permit (Torrance) - Onsite 8-Hour, Day Shift

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What will you be doing:

The X-Ray Technician Limited Permit supports patient care by performing x-rays as ordered by provider for diagnostic purposes. As a member of the patient care team, this role performs routine administrative and clinical tasks to maintain workflows and efficiency in the clinical offices.

• Demonstrates clinical proficiency and technical skills as a limited license X-Ray Technician, based on scope of practice.
• Performs diagnostic radiographic procedures, positions patients on the exam table and adjusts equipment to acquire efficient views of specific body area as ordered by provider.
• Performs procedures based on established technique chart using independent judgment to support the radiological orders.
• Exhibits solid understanding and relationships with other departments as it relates to radiological services.
• Demonstrates accurate equipment usage, uses appropriate technique charts, follows appropriate exposure index ranges and assures markers are set appropriately.
• Reviews dosimeter reports monthly in observance of radiation safety best practices.
• Provides assistance in QA measures including recording QC testing on designated equipment.
• Explains policies, procedures, or services to patients using clinical or administrative knowledge, based on scope of practice.
• Sets up exam room/procedure rooms appropriately based on patient visit needs.
• Addresses patient, physician, and staff concerns and escalates accordingly and follows up for satisfactory resolution.
• Adheres to all infection prevention standards, department policies and guidelines.
• Manages patient care flow and assists with monitoring CS-Link message pools and standard work.
• Performs patient intakes including appropriate vital signs, reviews medication list, reviews medical/surgical history, and documents in the electronic medical record (EMR).

Experience Requirements:

One (1) plus years working as an X-Ray Technician in an outpatient clinical/medical office setting, preferred.

Education Requirements:

High School Diploma/GED.

Graduate of an accredited X-Ray program. 

Licenses Requirements:

Imaging CA Radiologic Tech (X-Ray Permit with Digital Certification).

Basic Life Support (BLS) from American Heart Association.

Medical Assistant Certification or equivalent from an accredited educational program/Medical Board approved organization, preferred.

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