Radiology Technologist (CT/X-Ray Technologist - PRN Nights - Grand Prairie)

Job Description

Job Description

About Us

KEY DETAILS

SHIFT: Night shifts (7 PM - 7 AM)

EMPLOYMENT TYPE: PRN

FACILITY TYPE: 16-bed Small-Format Hospital (8 ER, 8 Inpatient)

We are a leading organization in the realm of small-format hospitals, collaborating with esteemed health systems that align with our mission: to deliver essential care to patients in their local communities through trusted teams. Our expanding network of partners includes various respected health systems. Our innovative hospitals are fully accredited and dedicated to providing personalized care. We believe that every individual who enters our facilities deserves compassionate and comprehensive treatment, irrespective of their background or circumstances. Our commitment extends to creating a workplace that values teamwork, embraces diversity, promotes equity, and ensures equal access to information, development, and opportunities for all healthcare professionals.

Position Overview

The primary objective of this role is to conduct a range of imaging procedures, such as CT scans and X-rays, at a technical level that does not necessitate constant supervision.

Essential Job Functions

• Offer technical support and patient care to assist physicians, nurses, and other staff in addressing the needs of patients throughout the facility.
• Operate and maintain all imaging department equipment, including but not limited to X-Ray, CT, CR reader, and PACS.
• Conduct all imaging examinations in line with established policies, procedures, regulations, and laws, ensuring the physician on duty is informed of the results.
• Execute basic clinical procedures under the guidance of the physician and/or nurse on duty.
• Keep all necessary documentation, logs, charts, forms, and records in both paper and electronic formats.
• Collect laboratory samples and perform lab tests in accordance with established policies and procedures, as well as COLA and CLIA regulations.
• Ensure an adequate supply of all reagents and consumables for quality testing.
• Carry out routine daily, weekly, monthly, and periodic maintenance and function checks for all imaging equipment following established protocols.
• Conduct Quality Control as mandated by the laboratory.
• Participate in Proficiency Testing and/or Split Sample analysis periodically as required by the facility.
• Maintain records of all analytical activities for a minimum of two years.
• Engage in all Quality Assessment activities assigned to this role and document these for periodic review by the Laboratory Supervisor and/or Laboratory Director.

Additional Job Functions

• Serve as an ER Technician as needed.
• Ensure an adequate supply of all reagents and consumables for quality testing.
• Perform routine maintenance and function checks for all imaging equipment as per established protocols.
• Travel to various facility locations as required.
• Attend staff meetings or other company-sponsored or mandated gatherings as necessary.
• Carry out additional responsibilities as assigned.

Basic Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED is required.
• Graduation from an AMA-approved Radiology Technology program is required.
• Associate’s Degree in Radiology is preferred.
• Certification as a medical radiologic technologist as mandated by the state of practice is required.
• Registration with the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) in radiography is required.
• Registration with the ARRT in computed tomography is preferred.
• CT certification must be obtained within 12 months of hire (specific to Pennsylvania market).
• Current BLS certification from the American Heart Association is required.
• Preferred experience includes 2+ years in radiologic/imaging roles.
• Preferred experience includes 1+ years in CT.
• Preferred experience includes 1+ years in an emergency room setting.
• Proficiency with various X-ray/CT equipment, manufacturer’s hardware/software, and PACS is essential.
• Fluency in English, both written and verbal, is required.
• Pennsylvania candidates must have completed Act 33 (Child Abuse History Clearance) and Act 73 (FBI Fingerprint Criminal History Clearance) within the last 5 years, or must obtain these prior to the start date.