Under the general supervision of a Radiologist, the Radiologic Technologist performs radiology procedures on ambulatory and hospital patients as requested by a physician or other licensed provider to diagnose disease and injury by established protocols.

• Performs high-quality radiology procedures, according to exam protocol, promptly. Maintains production and quality of imaging procedures by following established standards and practices.
• Utilizes AIDET when communicating with patients to identify patient service requirements, ensure correct exam is performed on the right patient, and establish rapport with patients and others. Instructs and communicates with patients and their families regarding the test to be completed and assesses the patient's ability to tolerate the exam.
• Prepares patient and area for the procedure by positioning patient, adjusting immobilization devices, moving equipment into specified position, and adjusting equipment controls to set exposure factors.
• Protects patients and employees by adhering to safety requirements, infection-control, drug and radiation policies, protocols, and techniques. Uses proper sterile techniques when setting up and performing invasive multimodality procedures and maintains hand hygiene requirements.
• Maintains equipment and work area to meet quality and cleanliness standards. Works with engineers and physicists to ensure optimal operational capabilities of the equipment. Reports issues to management or the appropriate department—assists in maintaining supplies inventory.
• Ensures individuals are safe to enter the department by screening them according to approved policies and procedures.
• Obtains, verifies, and maintains all relevant documentation such as requisition/chart, patient history, pregnancy status, shielding precautions taken, consent forms, policies, procedures, etc.
• Maintains medical imaging records in an appropriate system and according to department policies and standards for interpretation on time.

KEY SUCCESS FACTORS

• Able to perform high-quality radiology procedures according to exam protocol on time.
• Able to explain the procedure and put patients at ease.
• Able to provide timely, accurate, and cost-efficient services in compliance with established System and regulatory standards, policies, and procedures.
• Able to perform tasks independently without the need for routine oversight.
• Able to maintain a calm and helpful attitude, even under stress, and take appropriate and reasonable steps to resolve issues.
• Able to effectively administer first aid and use the emergency cart.
• Able to ensure customer satisfaction by limiting wait times, providing courteous service, remaining professional, reviewing patient satisfaction scores, and developing action plans when required.
• Demonstrates and maintains current knowledge, continued education, and skills inappropriate care for the following age groups (specific to department): newborn, pediatric, young adult, adult, and geriatric.
• Able to serve as a preceptor by providing quality training to new team members and new services and initiatives.
• Able to take calls, if required.

BENEFITS
- Immediate eligibility for health and welfare benefits
- 401(k) savings plan with dollar-for-dollar match up to 5%
- Tuition Reimbursement
- PTO accrual beginning Day 1
Note: Benefits may vary based upon position type and/or level
 

• ARRT-R Radiography (ARRT-R) from an Accredited Program
• Basic Life Support (BLS)
• Medical Radiologic Tech (MRT): Licensed by the State of Texas Medical Board as a Medical Radiologic Technologist (MRT).
• Less than 1 Year of Experience