Radiology - X Ray Tech

Radiologic Tech10K Sign-on Bonus for Eligible ApplicantsTitle: Radiologic TechnologistSchedule: FT Days Fri-Sun 8:00 AM - 8:30 PMOn-Call: Approx. 1 week every 5 weeks 10:30PM- 7:00AMRequired Certifications: ARRT R and TMBLocation: McKinney, TXJOB SUMMARYThe Radiologic Technologist, under general supervision of a Radiologist, performs radiology procedures on ambulatory and hospital patients as requested by a physician or other licensed provider for the diagnosis of disease and injury in accordance with established protocols.ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS OF THE ROLEESSENTIAL FUNCTION OF THE JOBPerforms high quality radiology procedures, according to exam protocol, in a timely manner. Maintains production and quality of imaging procedures by following established standards and procedures.Demonstrates an understanding of radiation dose reference levels, radiation dose monitoring, actions to be taken if the estimated dose exceeds set dose reference levels, and actions to be taken for cases when the reference level was exceeded which may include patient follow-up.Utilizes AIDET when communicating with patients to identify patient service requirements, ensure correct exam is performed on the correct patient, and establish rapport with patients and others. Instructs and communicates with patients and their family regarding the test to be performed and assesses patient's ability to tolerate exam.Prepares patient and area for 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 procedures and maintains hand hygiene requirements.KEY SUCCESS FACTORSAble to perform high quality radiology procedures according to exam protocol in a timely manner.Able to explain the procedure and put patients at ease.Able to provide services in a timely, accurate, and cost-efficient manner in compliance with established System and regulatory standards, policies and procedures.Able to perform tasks independently without need for routine oversight.Able to maintain a calm and helpful attitude, even under times of stress, and take appropriate and reasonable steps to resolve issues.Able to effectively administer first aid and use 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 appropriate care for the following age groups (specific to department): newborn, pediatric, young adult, adult and geriatric.Able to serve as preceptor by providing quality training to new team members and on new services and initiatives.Able to take call, if required.BENEFITSOur competitive benefits package includes the following- 401(k) savings plan with dollar-for-dollar match up to 5%CERTIFICATION/LICENSE/REGISTRATIONARRT-R Radiography (ARRT-R) CERTIFICATION/LICENSE/REGISTRATIONARRT-R Radiography (ARRT-R).Licensed by the State of Texas Medical Board (TMB) as a Medical Radiologic Technologist (MRT). Basic Life Support (BLS) within 30 days of hire.
Radiologic Tech 10K Sign-on Bonus for Eligible Applicants Title: Radiologic Technologist Schedule: FT Days Fri-Sun 8:00 AM - 8:30 PM On-Call: Approx. 1 week every 5 weeks 10:30PM- 7:00AM Required Certifications: ARRT R and TMB Location: McKinney, TX JOB SUMMARY The Radiologic Technologist, under general supervision of a Radiologist, performs radiology procedures on ambulatory and hospital patients as requested by a physician or other licensed provider for the diagnosis of disease and injury in accordance with established protocols. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS OF THE ROLE ESSENTIAL FUNCTION OF THE JOB Performs high quality radiology procedures, according to exam protocol, in a timely manner. Maintains production and quality of imaging procedures by following established standards and procedures. Demonstrates an understanding of radiation dose reference levels, radiation dose monitoring, actions to be taken if the estimated dose exceeds set dose reference levels, and actions to be taken for cases when the reference level was exceeded which may include patient follow-up. Utilizes AIDET when communicating with patients to identify patient service requirements, ensure correct exam is performed on the correct patient, and establish rapport with patients and others. Instructs and communicates with patients and their family regarding the test to be performed and assesses patient's ability to tolerate exam. Prepares patient and area for 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 procedures and maintains hand hygiene requirements. KEY SUCCESS FACTORS Able to perform high quality radiology procedures according to exam protocol in a timely manner. Able to explain the procedure and put patients at ease. Able to provide services in a timely, accurate, and cost-efficient manner in compliance with established System and regulatory standards, policies and procedures. Able to perform tasks independently without need for routine oversight. Able to maintain a calm and helpful attitude, even under times of stress, and take appropriate and reasonable steps to resolve issues. Able to effectively administer first aid and use 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 appropriate care for the following age groups (specific to department): newborn, pediatric, young adult, adult and geriatric. Able to serve as preceptor by providing quality training to new team members and on new services and initiatives. Able to take call, if required. BENEFITS Our competitive benefits package includes the following - 401(k) savings plan with dollar-for-dollar match up to 5% CERTIFICATION/LICENSE/REGISTRATION ARRT-R Radiography (ARRT-R) CERTIFICATION/LICENSE/REGISTRATION ARRT-R Radiography (ARRT-R). Licensed by the State of Texas Medical Board (TMB) as a Medical Radiologic Technologist (MRT). Basic Life Support (BLS) within 30 days of hire.