What are the responsibilities and job description for the Lead Principal Radiologic Technologist - Ronald Reagan Hospital position at University of California - Los Angeles Health?
With your passion for solving clinical mysteries and our comprehensive imaging capabilities and sophisticated technology, you can experience an exciting and rewarding imaging career at UCLA Health. You'll be able to elevate your skills, expand your knowledge, and grow your career within an inclusive, supportive, and empowering workplace. Come see for yourself!
The Lead Principal Radiologic Technologist (LPRT), supervised by the General Diagnostic Manager and Medical Director, operates radiographic equipment to produce diagnostic images following prescribed protocols and procedures. As the LPRT you will demonstrate proficiency in conducting procedures on patients across all age groups, ensuring timely completion of studies with adherence to quality standards. Moreover, it is expected that you educate patients, assist in sterile technique procedures and uphold patient confidentiality throughout the examination process. Additionally, proficiency in enhanced fluoroscopic duties in areas such as GI and GU arenas, Angiography, or Pediatric Diagnostics is an integral aspect of this position.
The LPRT is expected to support UCLA healthcare radiology locations in the Westwood and Santa Monica region. Support at all radiology sites staffed by UCLA Health is required. All Radiologic Technologists need to possess the skills, knowledge and abilities essential to the successful performance of duties assigned to the position; graduate of a Radiologic Technology Training Program approved by the American Medical Association or equivalent training, maintaining current CRT, CRT - Fluoro and ARRT licensure.
Salary: $58.74 - $77.50 Hourly
Please ensure your resume and application includes a list of all relevant certifications and licenses.
Please ensure you resume and application includes your specialized areas.
- ARRT certification - required
- CRT license - required
- Fluoroscopic permit - required
- BCLS certificate from American Heart Association or American Red Cross- required
- Completion of minimum 2 years' experience in General Diagnostic environment - preferred
- Specialized in more than two areas above and Special Fluoroscopic Procedures/C-Arms - preferred
- Ability to precept New Hires and Students
- Accredited Radiologic Technologist Program graduate - required
- Ability to adapt to advancement and changing technology
- Knowledge of medical terminology, with ability to distinguish between types of procedures within the assigned department(s) and medical diagnoses
- Skill in employing independent decision making while performing various job functions
- Telephone manners and skills to handle heavy telephone lines with courtesy and tact
- Understand the requirements of the EMTALA (Emergency Medical Treatment and Active Labor Act)
University of California is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age or protected veteran status. For the complete University of California nondiscrimination and affirmative action policy, see: UC Nondiscrimination & Affirmative Action Policy.