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Quality Temp Staffing is a leading medical registry dedicated to providing medical professionals significant opportunities to advance their careers. We match zealous job seekers to healthcare facilities throughout the Los Angeles County.
We are currently seekingRadiologic Technologists (X-Ray)for our on-site hospital facilities located in the city ofLos Angeles, CA 91007.
**New graduates and seasoned candidates are welcome to apply**
SCHEDULE: Full-time / Temporary (10) ten week assignment
SHIFT: Afternoon: 3:00pm - 11:30pm
JOB DESCRIPTION
Under direct supervision of the General Diagnostic Manager and Medical Director, Radiologic Technologist will produce diagnostic images utilizing a variety of radiographic equipment. Radiologic Technologist provide information to diagnose patient illnesses; identifies patient service requirements; gains patient cooperation; prepares patient for procedure; minimizes radiation to patient and staff; ensures operation of equipment; maintains supplies inventory; complies with federal, state, and local legal and professional requirements; protects patients and employees; documents patient care services.
ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES/ DUTIES
- Selects proper film size, positions equipment at proper distance and angle, and adjusts cones or collimators to image a specified area.
- Accurately positions the patient when the patient cannot be moved, deviates from basic positioning guidelines by angulating the X-ray tube and the film to avoid re-injury, discomfort and pain, or intruding the sterile field
- Produces radiographs during other contrast media studies such as gallbladder series, cholangiograms, cystograms and pyelograms. Recognizes symptoms of reaction to contrast media and reports such reaction to a physician.
- Elicits the cooperation of patients by explaining procedure, attempts to comfort those who fear radiographic examination by providing assurance.
- Evaluates the patient's condition and applies immobilizing devices when the patient cannot cooperate.
- Uses supportive devices such as sandbags, angle boards and binders to obtain precise position
- Ability to effectively communicate verbally and in writing
- Strong organizational skills
- Problem solving skills