Radiology - X Ray Tech

Radiologic Technologist

Radiologic technologists, also known as radiographers, perform medical exams using X-rays on patients to create images of specific parts of the body. The images are then interpreted by a doctor for diagnosis and monitoring of disease.

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.

Radiologic Tech Title: PRN Radiologic Technologist

Schedule: Variable- Flexible to work Days, Nights and Weekend

Location: McKinney, TX

Essential Functions Of The Role

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.

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.