Limited X-ray Technician - Woodland Hills, United States - Kaiser Permanente

Kaiser Permanente
Kaiser Permanente
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Woodland Hills, United States

5 days ago

Mark Lane

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Description

Job Summary:


Under indirect supervision, operates radiographic equipment to produce radiographs of structures in the human body that are utilized by physicians for the diagnosis of disease processes, and/or pathology.

Utilizes technical judgment and skills to ensure that produced radiographs are of the highest diagnostic quality and demonstrate the area(s) of interest.


Essential Responsibilities:


  • Essential Clinical Duties and Responsibilities:
  • Maintains patient information and test files/data bases Interviews patients to confirm/obtain necessary history
  • Explains radiographic procedures to patient
  • Operates radiographic equipment, and, performs for imaging tests as stipulated in the work assignment as defined in the scope of certification
  • Where applicable, performs bone densitometry testing as per orders/requisition and standard protocols including the archiving of preand posttest data where applicable
  • Properly positions patient for imaging and/or scanning
  • Reviews completed scans for requisite information and anatomical areas of interest as per imaging protocol
  • Prints out data reports and provides bone densitometry scan/patient record to authorized recipients as required
  • Enters clinical data into computerized data base(s)
  • May provide weekly, monthly regular reports/summaries of tests performed
  • Complies with all continuing education requirements
  • Establishes and maintains systems for patient test results and followup.
  • Responds to the needs of others by maintaining a professional behavior toward members and coworkers and creating a positive image for the organization.
  • Identifies the impact of cultural diversity and lifestyle choices on patient condition and makes accommodations for such differences.
  • Utilizes proper body mechanics.
  • Demonstrates an understanding of the cognitive, physical, emotional and chronological maturation process in delivery of services to patients of the age group served.
  • Documents clinical activities in a timely, comprehensive, and accurate manner.
  • Observes all organizational, regional, and medical service area policies and procedures.
  • Maintains standards of professional behavior established to enhance quality of service.
  • Utilizes effective communication skills.
  • Exhibits professional conduct in all interactions with patients and staff.
  • Meets productivity norms established by the department.
  • May perform other related duties as requested/required

Basic Qualifications:

Experience

  • N/A
Education

  • Successful completion of a formal limited xray education/training program.
License, Certification, Registration

  • X-Ray Technician Limited Permit (California)
  • Basic Life Support

Additional Requirements:


  • N/A

Preferred Qualifications:


  • 12 years of recent experience in medical assisting within the last 5 years.

Notes:


  • This position covers and requires Bone Density exams.
  • May required to perform other duties to stay productive.
  • This is a Per Diem position that will require covering ALL DEXA locations from WH Med Center to the Ventura Clinics.

PrimaryLocation :
California,Woodland Hills,Woodland Hills Medical Center

HoursPerWeek : 1


Shift :
Day


Workdays :
Sun, Mon, Tues, Wed, Thurs, Fri, Sat.

WorkingHoursStart : 08:00 AM

WorkingHoursEnd : 04:30 PM


Job Schedule :
Per Diem


Job Type :
Standard


Employee Status :
Regular


Employee Group/Union Affiliation :
B01|SEIU|Local 399


Job Level :
Individual Contributor


Job Category :
Imaging & Radiology

Department :
Woodland Hills Med Center - X-ray-Day - 0806

Travel :
Yes, 20 % of the Time
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