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 Multi-Modality Technologist provides the essential service of generating images of the body for diagnostic purposes with diagnostic imaging equipment as advised by Radiologists, in accordance with the company policies and procedure manuals utilizing Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) modality and one or more of the following modalities: Computed Tomography (CT) and/or Fluoroscopy.

• Prepares and checks patients prior to Imaging procedure. Accurately screens all patients and personnel prior to admittance into the MR magnet room
• Acquires patient questionnaire, chart, data/requisition and reviews all to determine contraindication of having Imaging examination
• Verifies and validates patient screening safety form including allergies. Performs Imaging procedures required per protocol, daily QA/QC and calibration
• Performs venipunctures, draws specimens and maintains competencies
• Educates patients regarding Imaging procedures, equipment and exam
• Prepares and administers appropriate paramagnetic contrast media for Imaging exam
• Ensures patients' comfort and safety during and after the exam
• May assist with scheduling of patients as needed
• Acquires, archives, transmits and prints images via PACS. When applicable, completes after hours transmission of images and appropriate paperwork
• Maintains available equipment up-time. Applies knowledge of radiation physics and safety regulations to limit radiation exposure of the public, patients, fellow workers and self to as low as reasonably achievable (ALARA)
• May be required to rotate through all imaging modalities, sites, and/or locations

Qualifications

Education
Assoc. Degree/College Diploma required. Completion of course in Radiologic technology approved by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists

Experience

Experience in both MRI and CT imaging modalities

Licenses/Certifications
American Registry of Radiology Technologists ARMRIT
Imaging Registered Rad Tech (ARRT)
California Certificate in MRI
Imaging CA Radiologic Tech (ARRT) CT required
Fluoroscopy License required
Basic Life Support (BLS) American Heart Association or American Red Cross required

Req ID : 2119
Working Title : Multi-Modality Tech - MRI & CT Tech
Department : Angeles - RadOnc
Business Entity : Cedars-Sinai Medical Center
Job Category : Imaging
Job Specialty : Diagnostic Imaging
Overtime Status : NONEXEMPT
Primary Shift : Day
Shift Duration : 8 hour
Base Pay : $42.11 - $67.38