What are the responsibilities and job description for the Rad Tech (Cath Lab) position at MemorialCare?
Title: Radiology Technologist, Cath Lab
Location: Long Beach, CA
Department: Invasive Cardiology
Status: Full Time
Shift: Days (10hr)
Pay Range*: $48.00hr - $70.00/hr
Sign-On Bonus: $5,000.00 - Signing bonus available to external hires new to MHS employment, contingent upon satisfaction of employment requirements.
At MemorialCare Health System, we believe in providing extraordinary healthcare to our communities and an exceptional working environment for our employees. Memorial Care stands for excellence in Healthcare. Across our family of medical centers, we support each one of our bright, talented employees in reaching the highest levels of professional development, contribution, collaboration and accountability. Whatever your role and whatever expertise you bring, we are dedicated to helping you achieve your full potential in an environment of respect, innovation and teamwork.
Position Summary
The Radiologic Technologist Special Procedures performs duties directly related to imaging and assists physicians on all procedures within the scope of the department. The Radiologic Technologist Special Procedures performs radiographic and fluoroscopic imaging procedures. They assist physicians by scrubbing as related to the procedures. The Radiologic Technologist Special Procedures assists in patient care and preparation of the lab by performing routine and delegated technical and clerical duties.
Essential Functions and Responsibilities of the Job
- Identifies the appropriate procedures to be performed. Conducts quality control and assurance on imaging and other applicable equipment to ensures safe and realible function and operation.
- Administers safe contrast media. Practices radiation protection measures to ensure exposure to patients and staff is "As Low As Reasonably Achievable" (ALARA).
- Evaluates and attends to patient's physical and emotional needs before, during and after exams to ensure proper patient care and a positive examination experience.
- Prepares equipment for procedures and ensures cleanliness of exam area and equipment.
- Ensures proper documentation of patient demographics in all applicable equipment. Accurately records all procedures and pertinent information.
- Assists with patient care on all procedures, including procedural set-up and patient preparation.
- Serves as scrub personnel on all procedures performed.
- Assists with training of Radiology Technologist students and new Radiology Technologist personnel to provide quality education, instruction and orientation.
- Supports physician relationships and partnerships by maintaining clear communication and timely follow-up. Provides additional information on x-ray requests to assist radiologist in dictating all necessary findings for exams.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
*Placement in the pay range is based on multiple factors including, but not limited to, relevant years of experience and qualifications. In addition to base pay, there may be additional compensation available for this role, including but not limited to, shift differentials, extra shift incentives, and bonus opportunities. Health and wellness is our passion at MemorialCare-that includes taking good care of employees and their dependents. We offer high quality health insurance plan options, so you can select the best choice for your family. And there's more...Check out ourMemorialCare Benefitsfor more information about our Benefits and Rewards.
MemorialCare believes that all individuals are entitled to equal employment opportunity. This means that MemorialCare does not discriminate against its employees or applicants because of race (including traits associated with race, such as natural and protective hairstyles), color, religion or religious creed (including religious dress and grooming practices), gender, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding or related medical conditions), pregnancy, national origin, age, mental or physical disability, ancestry, medical condition, marital or domestic partnership status, military or veteran status, citizenship status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, use of or request for family or medical leave, genetic characteristics or information, political affiliation, contraceptive and reproductive health decisions, or any other characteristic of an individual or that individual’s associates or relatives that is protected by state, federal or local law.
If you are vision-impaired or have other disability under the Americans with Disabilities Act or a similar law, and you wish to discuss potential accommodations related to applying for employment at MemorialCare, please contact Human Resources (Long Beach Medical Center: 562-933-1251, Shared Services: 714-377-3261, Orange Coast Medical Center: 714-378-7916, Saddleback Medical Center: 949-452-3633).
Salary : $48 - $70
