Cath Lab- Radiology Technologist ARRT
Location: Inglewood
Posted on: June 23, 2025
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Job Description:
JOB DUTIES : Radiology Technologist ARRT Performs general
diagnostic procedures using fixed or portable, general, digital,
fluoroscopic or other diagnostic equipment; lifts and carries
cassettes to and from imaging equipment; manipulates and manages
images; positions patients and selects technical factors based on
knowledge of radiologic science, specific equipment and patient
assessment. Applies principles of radiation safety in compliance
with federal, state and departmental standards; uses appropriate
filters, cones, protective clothing and devices to obtain
high-quality images with radiation exposure levels as low as
reasonably achievable to patients, others and self; wears and
exchanges radiation monitoring devices. Assesses general patient
condition, including stability, pain and safety, and as necessary
takes action consistent with standards; monitors medical equipment
and promptly adjusts or reports problems; observes and documents
patient physical and procedural restraints. Documents procedures
and events in the patient's medical record and departmental logs,
in accordance with regulatory, hospital and departmental standards;
identifies images and documents with patient, technologist,
date/time and laterality information. Transports patients using
gurneys, wheelchairs and beds; transfers patients to and from the
exam table. Schedules procedures and patients, transfers paper
orders into an electronic order entry system; produces, processes
and collates images and paperwork, and submits them for
interpretation; receives and assists patients and other customers;
answers departmental telephones; may be assigned to coordinate
patient flow. License & Certification: Possession of a current
license issued by the State of California as a Certified Radiologic
Technologist (CRT) [License status must be current according to
https://rhbxray.cdph.ca.gov/ ]; AND Current registration with, the
American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) [Registration
status must be current according to https://www.arrt.org/ ]; AND
Must obtain a valid permit to use Fluoroscopy equipment issued by
the California Department of Health Services, Radiologic Health
Branch within six (6) months of appointment. Possession of valid
Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) certificate issued by the
American Heart Association. Experience: One (1) year of experience
working as a Radiologic Technologist; AND License & Certification:
Possession of a current license issued by the State of California
as a Certified Radiologic Technologist (CRT) [License status must
be current according to https://rhbxray.cdph.ca.gov/ ]; AND Current
registration with, the American Registry of Radiologic
Technologists (ARRT) [Registration status must be current according
to https://www.arrt.org/ ]; AND ARRT certification in at least one
advanced modality: (e.g. Mammography (MM), Computed Tomography
(CT), Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI), Quality Management (QM),
Bone Densitometry (BD), Cardiac-Interventional (CI), or
Vascular-Interventional Radiography (VI)); AND Possession of valid
Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) certificate issued by the
American Heart Association [Certification status must be current
according to https://ecards.heart.org/student/myecards ]; AND
Possession of a valid permit to use Fluoroscopy issued by
California Department of Health Services, Radiologic Health Branch
EDUCATION: Other: Graduate of an accredited Radiologic Technologist
Program CERTIFICATION & LICENSURE: ARRT-American Register of
Radiologic Technologist and evidence of application for CRT (may
not begin work until the CRT is verified online) OR CRT-Certified
Radiologic Technologist (from state where work is being performed)
ARRT-American Register of Radiologic Technologist BLS-Basic Life
Support Healthcare Provider Upon Hire RHF-Radiology Fluoroscopy
within 180 Days of hire if required at the affiliate TYPICAL
EXPERIENCE : 2 years recent relevant experience SKILLS AND
KNOWLEDGE: General knowledge of diagnostic radiology principles,
procedures, views, and equipment, including some experience
responding to traumas and various hospital emergencies.'
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