Per Diem Technical Assistant - Diagnostic Radiology (X-Ray) - 8-Hour Day Shift

Would you like to be part of a team of colleagues that employs pioneering, innovative techniques to treat a variety of conditions with less risk, less pain and as little stress as possible? Do you have a passion for the highest quality and patient happiness? Then please respond to this dynamic opportunity available with one of the best places to work in Southern California! We would be happy to hear from you. Each year, almost 500,000 inpatient and outpatient exams and procedures are performed and interpreted at Cedars-Sinai Medical Center. Our radiologists & imaging specialists are board certified by the American Board of Radiology in their respective subspecialties. Our subspecialized imaging physicians, American College of Radiology certified technologists and customer-service oriented staff provide our patients with pioneering imaging technologies and innovative treatment options in a compassionate environment. Cedars-Sinai has been recognized ten years in a row on the “Best Hospitals” Honor Roll by U.S. News & World Report. Summary of Essential Duties: Assist and coordinate in Department of Imaging Answer phones and coordinate patient flow Update patient tracking board for all modalities Data entry Prepare rooms and patients for exams Help Technicians position patients on scanners Transport patients to and from the hospital or Emergency Department

Prepares procedure rooms to ensure cleanliness, and availability of equipment and supplies Assists technical and professional staff in preparing patients for exams. Assists patients with exam preparation, and during the exam, as needed. Escorts/transports patients within the designated department(s) and Medical Center in a caring and courteous manner. Assists technologist, Radiation Therapists, and professional staff during exam/procedure Assists technologist, Radiation Therapists, and professional staff with archival retrieval of patient information Transports and stocks medications in accordance with policy and procedure and maintains medication security at all times Effectively uses information systems as required Processes and autoroutes images as directed May assist with scheduling and arranging procedures, places appointment reminder calls to patients May reconcile inventory May assist in process to repair lab samples/specimens for delivery to lab Performs other duties as assigned

Education: High School Diploma or GED required License/Certifications: Basic Life Support (BLS) from the American Heart Association or American Red Cross or Heartsaver CPR (HSCPR or HSFACPR) required Experience: Experience in a busy medical clinic or hospital setting preferred Demonstrated proficiency using a PC required Physical Demands: Position requires frequent sitting, standing, lifting and walking