Kaiser Foundation Health Plan Jobs in Riverside, CA

Under indirect supervision, operates radiographic equipment to produce radiographs of structures in the human body that are utilized by physicians to diagnose disease processes, pathology and/or trauma. Utilizes technical judgment and skills to ensure that produced radiographs are of the highest diagnostic quality and demonstrate the area(s) of interest.

• Upholds Kaiser Permanentes Policies and Procedures, Principles of Responsibilities and applicable state, federal and local laws.
• Is responsive to the needs of others by exhibiting professional behavior toward members and coworkers.
• Explains procedures to patients to reduce anxieties and obtain patient cooperation.
• Demonstrates an understanding of the cognitive, physical, emotional and chronological maturation process in delivery of services to patients of the age group served.
• Identifies the impact of cultural diversity and lifestyle choices on patient condition and makes accommodations for such differences.
• Utilizes proper body mechanics.
• Documents clinical activities in a timely, comprehensive, and accurate manner.
• Observes all organizational, regional, medical service area and Diagnostic Imaging Department policies and procedures.
• Maintains standards of professional behavior established to enhance quality of service.
• Utilizes effective communication skills.
• Demonstrates behavior that meets established standards for professionalism in all interactions with patients and staff.
• Maintains equipment, supplies and work area in accordance with department guidelines.
• Essential Clinical Duties and Responsibilities:
• Operates various x-ray and imaging control consoles, portable units, tube assemblies, lock systems, collimators, filters and tubes in order to perform diagnostic radiographic procedures and exams including - but not limited to - gastro-intestinal exams, and plain tomography in areas such as surgery, cystoscopy and emergency room.
• Operates auxiliary equipment such as - but not limited to - tomographic units, Buckies, image intensifiers, spot film devices, video monitors, CR equipment, digital imaging, C-arms and portable units.
• Prepares and administers the appropriate oral, intestinal and IV contrast media or, as appropriate, assists the radiologist with administration.
• Ensures that correct and required patient identification information and left or right marker appears on all films.
• Centers tube and film to area of interest.
• Utilizes appropriate photo-timing, milliamperes, kilovoltage, seconds, distance, collimation, intensifying screens, film speed and grids in order to produce diagnostic quality radiographs which demonstrate the area(s) of interest and exhibit acceptable contrast, density and detail.
• Explains the exam/procedure to the patient in order to solicit cooperation and obtain patient understanding.
• Assesses the patients history and overall condition and makes the necessary modifications in technique and/or positioning to compensate for pathology or other considerations.
• Utilizes a knowledge of proper patient/part positioning and department protocols to obtain routine and other indicated views required for standard projections.
• Observes all required radiation safety/protection regulations and standards in order to minimize dose and avoid/minimize repeat films.
• Uses lead shielding and collimation as appropriate.
• Critiques radiographs for diagnostic qualities and other properties such as artifacts and appropriately consults with supervisor and/or radiologist to clarify any areas of uncertainty.
• Completes requisition with all required and pertinent information.
• Loads and unloads radiographic film.
• Complies with all required continuing education standards.
• May perform other duties and required and assigned.

Experience

• N/A

Education

• Graduation from an accredited educational program in diagnostic radiologic technology approved by the American Medical Association and the American College of Radiology.

License, Certification, Registration

• Certified Radiologic Technologist - Fluoroscopy Certificate (California) within 6 months of hire
• Radiologic Technologist Certificate (California)
• Basic Life Support
• Radiologic Technologist Certification from American Registry of Radiologic Technologists

• Perform all phases of diagnostic radiology including portables and surgery.
• Schedule and hours may vary according to department needs.
• May be required to work any shift.
• Must be willing to work at current and future medical office buildings.
• Will work rotating weekends.
• Extraordinary customer relations and quality service are critical to our success.
• We seek candidates who can demonstrate these skills and are dedicated to providing the highest quality of service to our health plan members.
• Note: Education/License/Certification and Qualifications required for Moreno Valley Community Hospital employees acquired through Kaiser Permanentes purchase of Valley Health Systems Moreno Valley Community Hospital: Employees shall meet the minimum position qualifications as listed on their previous Valley Health System job description.

• Diagnostic radiology including portables and surgery.

• This is a variable position, start times may vary within the shift.
• Will be required to provide 10 shifts per month. Available shifts must include 2 holidays per year.