Lead Principal Radiologic Technologist - Ronald Reagan Hospital

DescriptionWith 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 Monicaregion.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 HourlyQualifications 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 - requiredCRT license - requiredFluoroscopic permit - requiredBCLS certificate from American Heart Association or American Red Cross- requiredCompletion of minimum 2 years' experience in General Diagnostic environment - preferredSpecialized in more than two areas above and Special Fluoroscopic Procedures/C-Arms - preferredAbility to precept New Hires and StudentsAccredited Radiologic Technologist Program graduate - requiredAbility to adapt to advancement and changing technologyKnowledge of medical terminology, with ability to distinguish between types of procedures within the assigned department(s) and medical diagnosesSkill in employing independent decision making while performing various job functionsTelephone manners and skills to handle heavy telephone lines with courtesy and tactUnderstand the requirements of the EMTALA (Emergency Medical Treatment and Active Labor Act)