Job Summary:Takes x-ray exposures of patients as requested by referring physicians. Explains x-ray procedure to patients, assures safety of patients, reviews films to assure appropriate images, and prepares files and reports.
Essential Responsibilities: - Greets patient, confirms image to be taken, and explains x-ray procedure to patient.
- Reviews patients medical history prior to performing x-ray procedure and confirms that patient has signed a contrast media consent form if needed.
- Takes x-ray exposures of patient following protocol for position of body, intensity of radiation, and time of exposure.
- Processes film and inspects images to determine that images meet the requirements of radiologist.
- Maintains equipment and examination room, stores film, and keeps inventory of related supplies.
- Prepares patient information files showing patients name, date of x-ray, referring physician, and number of exposures.
- Prepares and submits reports showing the number and type of x-rays.
- Performs other related duties as directed.
Basic Qualifications: Experience
Education
- High School Diploma or General Education Development (GED) required.
- Completion of formal training in radiologic technology.
License, Certification, Registration
- Radiologic Technologist License (District of Columbia)
- Radiologic Technologist Certification
Additional Requirements: - In order to work effectively with patients, must have effective interpersonal and communication skills and be able to stand, walk, bend, lift at least 50 pounds, hear, speak, and see.
- Proficiency in the use of applicable computer software.
Preferred Qualifications: - Minimum one (1) year of experience as a radiologic technologist preferred.
PrimaryLocation : District of Columbia,Washington,Capitol Hill Medical Center
HoursPerWeek : 1
Shift : Variable
Workdays : Sun, Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat
WorkingHoursStart : 12:00 AM
WorkingHoursEnd : 11:59 PM
Job Schedule : Call-in/On-Call
Job Type : Standard
Employee Status : Regular
Employee Group/Union Affiliation : M40 OPEIU Local 2
Job Level : Individual Contributor
Job Category : Imaging & Radiology
Department : Capitol Hill Medical Center - Radiology-General - 1808
Travel : Yes, 10 % of the Time
Kaiser Permanente is an equal opportunity employer committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce. Applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), age, sexual orientation, national origin, marital status, parental status, ancestry, disability, gender identity, veteran status, genetic information, other distinguishing characteristics of diversity and inclusion, or any other protected status.
