Job Description
Responsibilities Technician Multi-Modality (X-Ray/CT) The Radiology Tech is responsible for operating all radiology equipment and performing diagnostic radiology procedures associated with each type of equipment. Ability to operate in two specified modalities (X-Ray, CT) in addition to Diagnostic Radiology, analyze body habitus to correctly adjust technical factors, position the body correctly, review physicians written orders or obtain pertinent clinical data to consistently produce high-quality images and reduce unnecessary radiation to patients and oneself.
Essential Job Duties
- Operate all diagnostic radiology equipment (i.e. Fluoroscopy room, portable, and DR room). Perform all diagnostic radiology procedures associated with each type of equipment
- Ability to operate in two other modalities (either CT, MR, Cath Lab, or IR) in addition to Diagnostic Radiology, analyze body habitus to correctly adjust technical factors, position the body correctly, review physicians written orders or obtain pertinent clinical data to consistently produce high-quality images and reduce unnecessary radiation to patients and oneself. Completed department orientation and/or competency skills rosters as required
- Assists the radiologist during (injection, biopsy, drainage) procedures and if necessary (contrast reactions or code blues) by preparing the room, tray, and supplies and by anticipating the needs of the physicians, nursing staff and patients
- Assists the radiologist during fluoroscopy and/or injection procedures (i.e. room and supply preparation, contrast reaction, code blue, patient safety, etc.)
- Responds immediately to Imaging Lead/Manager/Director any equipment problems (i.e. x-ray, portables, computers, etc.)
- Performs other related duties as requested by the Imaging Manager/ Lead or Director including but not limited to: stocking rooms, maintaining a clean work area, transporting patients, etc.
Qualifications Experience/Training/Education:
- 1-2 years of experience in three modalities (i.e. CT, MR, IR, or Cath Lab)
- Diploma from a certified school of radiology technology
- Current California Radiology Technologist (CRT) license with fluoroscopy licensure required
- Current American Registry of Radiology Technologists (ARRT) license required
- Current BLS (AHA) certification required
- Minimum two years’ experience as a registered Radiology Technologist in an acute care facility preferred
This opportu nity offers the following:
- Challenging and rewarding work environment
- Growth and development opportunities within UHS and its subsidiaries
- Competitive compensation
- Excellent Medical, Dental, Vision and Prescription Drug Plan
- k plan with company match
About Universal Health Services
One of the nation’s largest and most respected providers of hospital and healthcare services, Universal Health Services, Inc. (UHS) has built an impressive record of achievement and performance. Growing steadily since its inception into an esteemed Fortune corporation, annual revenues were $.8 billion in 4. UHS was again recognized as one of the World’s Most Admired Companies by Fortune; listed in Forbes ranking of America’s Largest Public Companies. Headquartered in King of Prussia, PA, UHS has approximately , employees and continues to grow through its subsidiaries. Operating acute care hospitals, behavioral health facilities, outpatient facilities and ambulatory care access points, an insurance offering, a physician network and various related services located all over the U.S. States, Washington, D.C., Puerto Rico and the United Kingdom.