CHA Hollywood Presbyterian Medical CenterCHA Hollywood Presbyterian Medical Center (HPMC) is an acute care facility that has been caring for the Hollywood community and surrounding areas since 1924.
The hospital is committed to serving local multicultural communities with quality medical and nursing care.
With more than 500 physicians representing virtually every specialty, HPMC strives to distinguish itself as a leading healthcare provider, recognized for providing quality, innovative care in a compassionate manner.HPMC is part of a global healthcare enterprise which owns and operates general hospitals throughout Korea, numerous research centers in the U.S.
and Korea including a medical university, and CHAUM (a premier anti-aging life center).Position Summary:+ Principle duties consists of assisting physicians in scrubbing, monitoring, collecting, and processing radiological and physiological data during coronary diagnostic and coronary interventional procedures These studies involve operation of radiographic imaging equipment and automatic high-pressure contrast media injections system.+ Principle duties consists of assisting physicians in scrubbing, monitoring, collecting, and processing radiological and physiological data during radiology diagnostic examination and interventional radiology These studies involve operation of radiographic imaging equipment and automatic high-pressure contrast media injections system.+ This position requires being on call for emergency cases such as STEMI and Stroke patients.+ Demonstrates knowledge and skills necessary to assist physicians with scrubbing, monitoring, collecting, and processing radiological and physiologic data during diagnostic and interventional cardiovascular procedures.+ Operates imaging system in all modalities, including x-ray table and all features of computerized analysis software system.+ Operates physiologic monitoring system understanding cardiac rhythms and hemodynamics.+ Assists the physician during the insertion of guidewires, catheters, angioplasty, stent placement, coils and other devices during the procedure.+ Demonstrates knowledge and clinical expertise in performing diagnostic and interventional procedures under fluoroscopy, and treatments prescribed by a physician.+ Performs emergency duties, including CPR, assisting with temporary pacemaker placement, peri-cardialcentesis and insertion of aortic balloon pump.+ Demonstrates knowledge of age specific care, including but not limited to, identifying the need for additional safety measures, physiological normal values/readings; and assessing skin integrity.
Applicable for the populations checked : Infant ( ) Pediatric ( ) Adult (x ) Geriatric (x )+ Completes and keeps accurate documentation of the patient’s medical records.
Maintains accurate reports, records, and statistics.+ Connects EKG, pulse oximeter, and non-invasive blood pressure monitors to patient.
Shaves and preps puncture site, assists with patient transport to/from procedural suite, and sets-up procedure tray.+ Inventories and maintains supplies and maintains patient images library.
Tests, performs quality control procedure on imaging equipment and maintains x-ray lead aprons, maintains radiological badges, and procures and posts monthly radiation reports.+ Demonstrates sensitivity to patient’s comfort and privacy needs (confidentiality).
Acts as patient advocate.Minimum Education:+ Completion of two (2) year approved Radiologic Technician programPreferred Education:+ N/AMinimum Work Experience and Qualifications:+ Minimum two (2) years’ experience in a diagnostic and interventional procedural Lab+ Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing.+ Must be able to work in a union environmentPreferred Work Experience and Qualifications:+ N/ARequired Licensure, Certification, Registration or Designation:+ Current Los Angeles County Fire Card required (within 30 days of employment).+ State of California Certificate as a Certified Radiologic Technologist and Radiological Technologist Fluoroscope+ BLS card+ ACLSDisclaimer, Compliance and Service Language:DISCLAIMER: The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by incumbents assigned to this job.
This is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all the responsibilities, duties and skills required.
The incumbent may be expected to perform other duties as assigned.COMPLIANCE & INTEGRITY: Consistently supports compliance and the Hollywood Presbyterian Medical Center’s Code of Conduct by maintaining the privacy and confidentiality of information, protecting the assets of the organization, acting with ethics and integrity, reporting non-compliance, and adhering to applicable federal, state and local laws and regulations, accreditation and licensure requirements (if applicable), and Hollywood Presbyterian Medical Center’s policies and procedures.Models and reinforces ethical behavior in self and others in accordance to the Code of Conduct; adheres to organizational policies and guidelines; supports compliance initiatives; maintains confidences; admits mistakes; conducts business with honesty; shows consistency in words and actions; follows through on commitments.
All Directors, Managers and Supervisors are accountable for communication, implementation, enforcement, monitoring and oversight of compliance policies and practices in their departments.SERVICE & QUALITY: In addition to defined technical requirements, accountable for consistently demonstrating service behaviors and principles defined by the Hollywood Presbyterian Medical Center, as well as specific departmental/organizational initiatives.
Also accountable for consistently demonstrating the knowledge, skills, abilities, and behaviors necessary to provide superior and culturally sensitive service to each other, to our patients, and to purchasers, contracted providers and vendors.WORKPLACE SAFETY: In addition to defined working conditions and physical requirements, employees are accountable for working safely; following established policies & procedures; utilizing all designated protective personal equipment (PPE) and/or safety equipment assigned for task; and reporting all injuries and hazards to their supervisor immediately.
Supervisors and Managers are accountable for ensuring the safety performance of employees; applying consistent practices in compliance with federal, state and local regulations; providing guidance to maintain a safe and healthy work environment.Hollywood Presbyterian Medical Center 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.External hires must pass a background check/drug screen.
Qualified applicants with arrest and/or conviction records will be considered for employment in a manner consistent with federal and state laws, as well as applicable local ordinances, including but not limited to the Los Angeles Fair Chance Ordinances.Requisition ID: 2021-3171Shift: DayExternal Company URL: www.hollywoodpresbyterian.comStreet: 1300 N Vermont Ave