Job Description
Join Cedars-Sinai!
Cedars-Sinai Medical Center has been ranked the #1 hospital in California and #2 hospital in the nation by U.S. News & World Report, 2022-23. Cedars-Sinai was awarded the Advisory Board Company's Workplace of the Year, which is an award that recognizes hospitals and health systems nationwide that have outstanding levels of employee engagement. We also have a great benefits package and competitive compensation, which explains why U.S. News & World Report has named us one of America's Best Hospitals!
Why Work Here?
Beyond outstanding employee benefits, including health and dental insurance, vacation, and a 403(b), we take pride in hiring the best employees. Our accomplished staff reflects the culturally and ethnically diverse community we serve. They are proof of our dedication to creating a dynamic, inclusive environment that fuels innovation.
A Little More About What You Will Be Doing
The Radiology Technician (CRT) supports patient care by performing x-rays as directed by physician for diagnostic purposes. Proficiency with the use of x-ray equipment and associated procedures according to assignments and job responsibilities. Additionally, the CRT will perform routine and basic administrative and clinical tasks to keep the offices of physicians and other health practitioners running efficiently.
Responsibilities:
• Performs diagnostic radiographic procedures, positioning patients on the examining table and adjusting equipment to acquire optimum views of specific body area as ordered by clinician • Performs procedures based on established technique chart using independent judgment to support the radiological orders • Uses appropriate technique charts and assures markers are set appropriately • Maintains logs for quality control based on manufacturers recommendation • Reviews dosimeter reports monthly • May assist the clinician during examinations and/or minor surgeries • Keeps exam and/or procedure rooms stocked with adequate medical/surgical supplies, maintains instruments, and performs sterilization as required • Escorts patients to exam rooms, interviews patients, measures vital signs and documents information in patients chart, and performs designated diagnostic tests as directed by the provider
Qualifications
Education:
• High school diploma or GED required • Bachelors degree preferred • Vocational or Technical diploma preferred
Experience:
• 1 year as an X-Ray Technician in an outpatient clinical/medical office setting preferred
Licenses/Certification:
• Imaging CA Radiologic Tech (CRT) required • Basic Life Support (BLS) from American Heart Association or American Red Cross required (BLS expiration date must be valid 60 days from the start date) • American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) preferred
Cedars Sinai is one of the largest nonprofit academic medical centers in the United States, and it is the largest private academic medical center in the Western United States. The Cedars Sinai main campus, which encompasses nearly 24 acres, is located at the point where the cities of Los Angeles, Beverly Hills, and West Hollywood meet. Cedars Sinai has been recognized annually by U.S. News & World Report’s top 10 best hospitals in the U.S. The institution most recently placed No. 7 among a select group of 20 Honor Roll hospitals and ranked nationally in a dozen specialties. In addition, Cedars Sinai ranked No. 3 in California and No. 2 in the Los Angeles metro area.
Within Cedars Sinai, the Institute for Research on Health Aging conducts multi-disciplinary research that prioritizes the prevention of cardiovascular disease, neurocognitive disease, and cancer. Our focus is on translating new research discoveries into pragmatic interventions aimed at promoting healthy aging across diverse populations. Our approach involves human physiology, cohort, and clinical trial studies and our team includes established experts in population, clinical, translational, basic, and data science.