Invasive Radiologic Technologist, Per Diem, Variable Shift Job Listing at PIH Health in Downey, CA (Job ID 62901485536)

Description

The Invasive Radiologic Technologist works closely with a Radiologist while performing diagnostic, therapeutic and interventional procedures.  The Invasive Radiologic Technologist assists the Radiology RN with PICC line insertions and Midline catheter placements along with rotating ON CALL.  Invasive Radiologic Technologists also perform diagnostic radiology exams when needed.

PIH Health is a nonprofit, regional healthcare network that serves approximately 3 million residents in the Los Angeles County, Orange County and San Gabriel Valley region. The fully integrated network is comprised of PIH Health Downey Hospital, PIH Health Good Samaritan Hospital, PIH Health Whittier Hospital, 37 outpatient medical office buildings, a multispecialty medical (physician) group, home healthcare services and hospice care, as well as heart, cancer, digestive health, orthopedics, women's health, urgent care and emergency services. The organization is nationally recognized for excellence in patient care and patient experience, and the College of Healthcare Information Management Executives (CHIME) has identified PIH Health as one of the nation's top hospital systems for best practices, cutting-edge advancements, quality of care and healthcare technology. For more information, visit PIHHealth.org or follow us on Facebook, Twitter, or Instagram.

• Excellent Communication skills
• Basic patient care and assessment
• Ability to work independently
• Computer skills
• Excellent guest relations skills
• Organized
• Work independently
• Work in a TEAM environment
• Technical skills in general radiography and fluoroscopy
• Knowledge of all vasculature and organ systems
• Knowledge of all interventional radiology procedures
• Skilled in the use of contrast agents, stents, PTA catheters, wires, guide catheter sheaths, thrombectomy, atherectomy, thrombolysis interventional equipment.
• Knowledgeable in radiation physics, radiation biology, radiation protection and medical terminology.
• High degree of accuracy in positioning and exposure techniques
• Spanish speaking preferred

Required:

• BCLS
• Registered and certified by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologist (ARRT) (RT) or 10 years clinical experience in invasive radiology.
• Certified Radiologic Technologist (CRT) by the State of California Department of Public Health
• State of California Department of Public Health Fluoroscopy permit

Preferred:

• 6 months experience in Interventional/Invasive Radiology
• Experience in Scrubbing of  Invasive peripheral or cardiovascular procedures
• 2 years clinical experience in an acute care hospital environment
• CR, DR and PACS experience
• IV certification

Beyond the benefits that come with working for the area's leading community healthcare provider – one that also recognizes the need to ensure patient safety and comfort – you'll enjoy an extremely competitive compensation and benefits package.  We are an equal opportunity employer and seek diversity in our workforce.   EOE M/F/D/V