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Description Kindred Hospital Los Angeles helps patients return to the lives they love. At our hospital, our physician-led care teams provide critically ill patients with the specialized acute care and rehabilitation they need, for the time they need it - empowering them to take the next step in their recovery journey. Located in Ladera Heights near Fox Hills Park, Blanco Park and Ladera Park, we are a short drive from restaurants and shops, as well as close to public transit. Job Summary Administers ionizing radiation for diagnostic purposes. Performs a full scope of radiographic and fluoroscopic procedures and acquires and analyzes data needed for diagnosis at the request of and for interpretation by a licensed practitioner. Prepares, administers, and documents activities related to contrast medications and radiation exposure in accordance with state laws, regulations, and company policy. Essential Functions • Receive, relay and document verbal, facsimile, electronic and/or telephone orders in the patient’s chart as permitted by state and company policies. • Provide education and prepare patients for procedures. • Select the appropriate protocol and optimize technical factors while maximizing patient safety. • Apply principles of ALARA to minimize exposure to patient, self and others. • Apply three basic principles of radiation safety: time, distance and shielding. • Observe patient and machine during procedure and report any unexpected outcomes. • Clean and disinfect x-ray room and equipment as per infection control policy. • Evaluate images for proper positioning and determine if additional images will improve the procedure or treatment outcome. • Evaluate images for technical quality and ensure proper identification is recorded. • Corroborate a patient’s clinical history with the procedure and ensure information is documented and available for use by a licensed practitioner. • Postprocess images and data. • Verify archival storage of exam data. • Assist in maintaining medical records while respecting confidentiality and established policy. • Identify and respond to emergency situations. • Follow process for managing equipment and physical environment to ensure a safe working environment. • Communicate issues, concerns, and opportunities for improvement to immediate supervisor routinely. • Work cooperatively as a team member with co-workers in all departments of the hospital. • Apply principles of patient safety during all aspects of patient care. • Provide optimal patient care. Knowledge/Skills/Abilities/Expectations • Approximate percent of time required to travel 0% • Must read, write and speak fluent English. • Must have good and regular attendance. • Performs other related duties as assigned. $25.72 - $37.51 / hour ScionHealth has a comprehensive benefits package for benefit-eligible employees that includes Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k), FSA/HSA, Life Insurance, Paid Time Off, and Wellness. Qualifications Education • Graduate from an accredited institution in medical radiography. Licenses/Certification • The American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) registration. Current BLS certification. • State certifications/licensure as required by the state in which employed Experience • One year experience in diagnostic imaging preferred. ScionHealth has a comprehensive benefits package for benefit-eligible employees that includes Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k), FSA/HSA, Life Insurance, Paid Time Off, and Wellness.