Radiation Tecchnician - Rad Tech - Radiology

Company: CareerStaff Unlimited
Location: Encinitas
Posted on: May 11, 2022

Job Description:

Radiation Tecchnician - Rad Tech - Radiology

POSITION SUMMARY:

Careerstaff Unlimited is looking for a Radiation Tech to work a full time, contract position in Encinitas (San Diego), CA. Rad Tech's Provide information to diagnose patient illnesses by operating radiologic equipment to produce radiographs. BLS, CRT, CA Fluoro, ARRT & C-arm experience and experience with fluoro cases are required.

Pay:

Hourly Comp: $63
Weekly Comp: $2,520
Compact: No
Walk Through: No

RESPONSIBILITIES / ACCOUNTABILITIES:
Prepare equipment for use as needed.
Prepare examination rooms for patient exams and maintain a safe and clean working environment.
Appropriately explain exam to patient and answer any questions.
Prepare and position patient, adjust immobilization devices and adjust equipment control to set exposure factors.
Monitor the patient during the exam.
Minimize radiation to patient and staff by practicing radiation protection techniques.
Administer trace amounts of radiopharmaceuticals as necessary to a patient to obtain functional information about organs, tissues and bone.
Adjust controls on the x-ray machine to produce radiographs of the appropriate density, detail and contrast of the body part.
Accurately document information within the computer system and report important information to attending physician.
Maintain patient records.
Ensure operation of radiology equipment by completing preventive maintenance requirements, troubleshooting malfunctions and calling for repairs.
Comply with federal, state and local legal and professional requirements.

SPECIFIC EDUCATIONAL / VOCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS:
Radiation Technician or equivalent clinical training.
At least 1 year of experience directly related to responsibilities specified.

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