Radiologic Technologists

Ava Med Inc is a Healthcare Staffing Agency that staffs all of California State Correctional Facilities/CDCR. At the moment we are in URGENT need of a Radiologic Technologist to take on a Part-Time assignment at the correctional facility located in Lancaster, CA.

• Radiologic Technologist
• Part-Time
• Location:
  
  Lancaster, CA
• Schedule:
  
  Monday-Wednesday; 10am-6:30pm
• Rate: $40/hr
• Status: W2/Traveler

• Develop and process X-Ray exposures;
• Comply with all exam protocols as established by the CDCR Diagnostic Imaging department;
• Consult with Radiologist or ordering medical provider when necessary for purposes of clarification;
• Provide emergency medical support to medical providers in the event of allergic reaction to injected radiological contrast or any other medical emergency;
• Utilize proper identification marker prior to procedure;
• Utilize proper technique for exam ordered;
• Perform and assist medical provider with special procedures; i.e., routine fluoro, drainage procedures, biopsies, myelograms, etc;
• Perform general diagnostic radiographic works and processing of digital images in conjunction with Radiology information System/Picture Archive Communication System (RIS/PACS);
• Provide for the care and safety of patient/youth undergoing X-Ray procedures;
• Proper labeling of digital images before they are electronically viewed by the Radiologist;
• Perform statewide standard radiology protocols and documentation;
• Review digital X-Ray images on Fuji Computer Radiography System for proper positioning and image clarity;
• Respond to emergency room and bedside radiographic examination;
• Ensure supplies are adequate to perform all radiographic exposures and procedures;
• Comply with radiation protection in accordance with safety standards;
• Coordinate maintenance of the X-Ray machines to keep them in safe operating conditions; when applicable;
• Perform radiographic examination that require with and without contrast media in the radiology room as well as in the procedure room as applicable;
• Maintain radiology records within the RIS/PACS in accordance with CDCR policy and in a timely manner; and
• Perform other duties as assigned;
• Maintain professional working relationship between patient/youth and Healthcare Services Staff;
• Comply with and practice universal safety precautions; and
• Practice As Low As Reasonable Achievable (ALARA) radiation exposure when performing radiology protocols.

Please submit a copy of your resume if you are interested in the position and a team member will reach out to you.