Radiological Technologist - Loyal Source

Loyal Source Government Services is looking for a Radiological Technologist to work alongside the VA in Palo Alto, CA.

HCW Qualifications

Mandatory Requirements:

-RESUME

-CERTIFICATE of COMPLETION from (CHEA or JCERT)

-ARRT or ARDMS Cert

- COPY OF BLS

- Minimum of 2 years experience and at least 12 months experience in the last 24 months.

Pay: $52.16 base pay + 4.41 H&W + $35/hr per diem

Job Description & Responsibilities:

- Perform all procedures in sub-specialized radiology area, including evaluation of

indication, protocol, triaging, and previewing for exam quality at completion of

exam.

- The Diagnostic Radiologic Technologist is primarily concerned with (1) combined

specialized knowledge of radiology equipment and human anatomy to provide

quality diagnostic images for the radiologist to examine and (2) patient’s safety and

comfort.

- Advises radiologists or referring physician of significant abnormalities that would

require their immediate attention and visualization while the patient is undergoing

examination.

4.4.1.4. Provide patient care which is appropriate to the cognitive, emotional and

chronological maturation needs of the adult and/or geriatric patient population.

Positions patient within the examining unit, monitors the patient during all phases of

the examination.

4.4.1.5. Makes multiple simultaneous settings and adjustments in operation of equipment to

insure accurate results. On the basis of radiologic findings, determines necessary

sub-specialized imaging procedures to yield definitive diagnostic findings.

4.4.1.6. Maintains adequate supplies so that examinations are not delayed due to the lack of

necessary equipment and supplies.

4.4.1.7. The Diagnostic Radiologic Technologist will assess, identify needs, plan,

implement appropriate interventions, document, and evaluate outcomes of all

patients within the sub-specialized imaging section. The technologist assesses the

patient’s images before, during and after the procedure is of high quality.

4.4.1.8. Explains examinations to be performed to the patients so that an understanding of

the purpose of the study as well as any requirements of the patients are thoroughly

understood. This is done so that an adequate radiology study may be obtained in an

effort to get diagnostic examinations for the purpose of treatment and diagnosis of

disorders.

4.4.1.9. Gathers related information such as patient electronic medical record, X-rays, etc.,

so that correlation of examinations to other studies may be made by the radiologist

in diagnosis and recommendation of treatment for medical disorders.

4.4.1.10. Distributes sub-specialized examinations and related information to the radiologist

responsible for the interpretation of the exams. This is done so that treatment based

on diagnosis may be effectuated in a timely manner.

4.4.1.11. Assists quality assurance technologists in performing quality assurance testing on

the unit using phantoms, test tools, test check lists, etc. for the purpose of assuring

peak performance of the equipment. Maintains records of the quality assurance

testing so that easy reference is available should servicing be necessary: (weekly

basis)

4.4.1.12. Performs or supervises routine housekeeping duties to assure that the sub-specialty

section area is clean and sanitary. This is done so that when sterile procedures are

required in the ultrasound area, there is minimal possibility of cross contamination

due to unsanitary conditions.

4.4.1.13. The technologist selects the most pertinent images and electronically transmits them

through the hospital and radiology network to the PACS system for image viewing

distribution and permanent archive in PACS and WEBPACS throughout radiology

and the hospital. The technologist will continually evaluate image quality on the

computer viewing station. He/She will determine if problems can be corrected

independently or needs to be referred to the Biomedical Engineering personnel and/

or appropriate vendor for repair.

4.4.1.14. The contractor shall be aware of and practice the safety policies/procedures of the

medical center and participate in quality assurance activities as directed.

4.4.1.15. Shall schedule and coordinate patients for various sub-specialized procedures

according to room and time availability. Maintains records of patients treated,

examination performed and any medical notations.

4.4.1.16. Examination quality shall be of such that the physician will be able to evaluate and

treat the patient’s condition without requiring repeat examinations.

4.4.1.17. All patient safety incidents must be reported within 24 hours using the electronic

reporting system, Joint Patient Safety Event Reporting (JPSR).).

4.4.1.18. Employees hired will provide stand by (on-call) and call back services for emergent

radiology imaging procedures for the medical center.

4.4.1.19. Employees hired will wear a VAPAHCS identification badge on the front of their

clothing, as is required of other employees working at the VAPAHCS.

4.4.1.20. Maintains current certifications for venipuncture, registry and continuing education

credits necessary for the American Registry of Radiologic Technologist, and the

American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographer.

Loyal Source is an Orlando-based workforce solutions provider dedicated to delivering elite services worldwide. With a focus in government healthcare, technical and support services, engineering, and travel healthcare, Loyal Source provides exceptional custom solutions to both private enterprise and government agencies. Loyal Source is a military friendly employers and proud partner of the Military Spouse Employment Partnership program.

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