X-Ray Tech

Radiology Technologist Fluoroscopy Technologist Bone Densitometry & Interventional Radiology Tech

We have immediate Radiology Technologist positions at the University of New Mexico Hospital in Albuquerque. All shifts are available for full-time employment. Apply now and a hiring manager will contact you within 48 hours to discuss your interests and placement.

Sign-On Bonus and Relocation Assistance are available.

Sign On Bonus Available

Relocation Assistance Available

Receive 17 Weekday Nights, 26 Weekend Nights, and 15 Weekend Day shift differentials

Minimum Offer: $28.32/hr.

Maximum Offer: $42.48/hr.

Compensation for this role is based on a number of factors including but not limited to experience, education, and other business and organizational considerations.

Position Summary

Under the general supervision of the Shift Supervisor, provide patient services in a Level I Trauma Center. Perform radiographic procedures for Diagnostic Radiology, apply principles of radiation protection. The delivery of quality service and positive interaction with customers is critical to the completion of all tasks. Ensure adherence to Hospitals and departmental policies and procedures. Patient care assignment may include Neonate, Pediatric, Adolescent, Adult, and Geriatric age groups.

Detailed Responsibilities

• Perform diagnostic radiographic procedures including portables and the OR
• Operate imaging equipment, computer, and other assistive devices
• Follow prescribed techniques to administer general and specific x-rays, adjust equipment, calculate exposure factors, position and immobilize patients as necessary, use appropriate lead shielding
• Evaluate filming for technical qualities and provide corrective action to improve quality
• Observe patient and equipment during procedures, document patient reactions or problems on requisition and report immediately to supervisor
• Complete and verify all appropriate paperwork involved in but not limited to exams, patient education, lab results, and patient check lists
• Assume care for physical needs of the patient during examinations and procedures
• Assist physician with imaging process, follow Radiology Department protocols
• Assume responsibility for portions of the quality control programs and provide instruction as required
• Provide protection to patients, family members, staff, and self in accordance with prescribed radiation safety standards and ALARA
• Clean assigned area, maintain stock supply levels through inventory control and requisitioning
• Assist in reception area, scheduling, office, and/or film library, aid patients and transport them as necessary
• Instruct specific units of didactic and/or clinical education as required to students, clinical staff, and residents
• May be required to float to another work assignment/area
• Enhance professional growth and development through participation in educational programs, reading current literature, attending in-services meetings, and workshops
• Follow patient safety-related policies, procedures, and protocols
• Demonstrate proactive approach to patient safety by seeking opportunities to improve patient safety through questioning of current policies and processes
• Identify and report/correct environmental conditions and/or situations that may put a patient at undue risk
• Report potential or actual patient safety concerns, medical errors, and/or near misses in a timely manner
• Encourage patients to actively participate in their own care by asking questions and reporting treatment or situations that they don't understand or may "not seem right"

Qualifications

Education:

• Program Graduate
• Education specialization: Comm on Allied Health (AMA) or Accredited ED Program

Experience:

• Nonessential: Trauma center

Credentials:

• CPR for Healthcare/BLS Prov or Prof Rescuers w/in 30 days
• American Registry of Radiologic Technologists License
• NM Medical Imaging and Radiation Therapy Program Lic NMMIRTP

Physical Conditions:

• Heavy Work: Exerting 50 to 100 pounds of force occasionally and/or 25 to 50 pounds of force frequently and/or 10 to 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects or people. Physical Demand requirements are in excess of those for Medium Work.
• Working conditions:
• Sig Hazard: Chemicals Bio Hazardous Materials req PPE
• May be required or is required to perform on-call duties
• Tuberculosis testing is completed upon hire and additionally as required