Clinical Radiologic Technologist I / II / III - Katy Orthopedics

Orthopedic Radiologic Technologist

What we do here changes the world. UTHealth Houston is Texas' resource for healthcare education, innovation, scientific discovery, and excellence in patient care. That's where you come in.

Individualized orthopedic care and customized treatment and training programs are delivered by experienced sports medicine-trained orthopedic surgeons, physical therapists, nutritionists, exercise physiologists, biomechanists, strength & conditioning coaches and athletic trainers. This experienced team, including orthopedic doctors, offers a comprehensive suite of services to help athletes perform at their highest level:

• Orthopedic injury prevention and evaluation
• Orthopedic surgery, including minimally invasive options
• Post-injury rehabilitation and physical therapy
• Sports concussion management
• Strength & conditioning training
• Performance testing
• Sports nutrition

In addition, advanced diagnostic imaging services and an ambulatory surgery center are conveniently located adjacent to the Institute to ensure a seamless treatment process.

Once you join us you won't want to leave. It's because we reward our team for the excellent service they provide. Our total rewards package includes the benefits you'd expect from a top healthcare organization (benefits, insurance, etc.), plus:

• 100% paid medical premiums for our full-time employees
• Generous time off (holidays, preventative leave day, both vacation and sick time all of which equates to around 37-38 days per year)
• The longer you stay, the more vacation you'll accrue!
• Longevity Pay (Monthly payments after two years of service)
• Build your future with our awesome retirement/pension plan!

We take care of our employees! As a world-renowned institution, our employees' wellbeing is important to us. We offer work/life services such as...

• Free financial and legal counseling
• Free mental health counseling services
• Gym membership discounts and access to wellness programs
• Other employee discounts including entertainment, car rentals, cell phones, etc.
• Resources for child and elder care
• Plus many more!

Position Summary:

Produces radiographs of various portions of the body according to physician's request.

Position Key Accountabilities:

Essential Functions

• Develops radiographs using an automatic processor and checks for desired results.
• Prepares patients films for interpretation by radiologist.
• Maintains quality assurance on all radiological equipment.
• Prepares patient for radiographic procedures.
• Assists in the accurate timing and positioning techniques.
• Maintains and files radiology procedure paperwork.
• Maintains inventory supplies, coordinates student/patient room assignments in clinic.
• Must be able to respond to emergency situations. Other duties as assigned.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Certification/Skills:

• Licensed Radiologic Technologist as a Medical Radiologic Technologist (MRT) by the Texas Medical Board required
• ARRT - American Registry of Radiologic Technologists with the American Registry of Radiologic Technologist (ARRT) required

Minimum Education:

Graduate from an approved two year program in Radiologic technology required

Minimum Experience:

None

Physical Requirements:

Exerts up to 100 pounds of force occasionally and/or up to 50 pounds frequently and/or up to 20 pounds constantly to move objects.

Security Sensitive:

Security Sensitive: This job class may contain positions that are security sensitive and thereby subject to the provisions of Texas Education Code 51.215

Residency Requirement:

Employees must permanently reside and work in the State of Texas.