Radiologic Technologist PRN

Radiologic Technologist PRN Variable

Under the general supervision of a Radiologist, the Radiologic Technologist 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.

• Perform high quality radiology procedures according to exam protocol in a timely manner.
• Maintain production and quality of imaging procedures by following established standards and procedures.
• Understand radiation dose reference levels, monitor dose, and act when levels exceed limits, including patient follow‑up.
• Use AIDET when communicating with patients to identify service requirements, ensure correct exam on the correct patient, and establish rapport.
• Instruct and communicate with patients and families regarding the test to be performed and assess patient tolerance.
• Prepare patient and area for procedure by positioning patient, adjusting immobilization devices, moving equipment, and setting exposure factors.
• Protect patients and employees by adhering to safety requirements, infection‑control, drug and radiation policies, protocols, and techniques.
• Maintain equipment and work area to meet quality and cleanliness standards; work with engineers and physicists to keep equipment operational.
• Report issues to management or appropriate department and assist in maintaining supplies inventory.
• Screen individuals entering the department according to approved policies and procedures.
• Obtain, verify, and maintain all relevant documentation (requisition/chart, patient history, pregnancy status, shielding precautions, consent forms, policies, and procedures).
• Maintain medical imaging records in the appropriate system and according to department policies and standards for interpretation in a timely manner.

• Perform high quality radiology procedures according to exam protocol in a timely manner.
• Explain procedures and put patients at ease.
• Provide services in a timely, accurate, and cost‑efficient manner in compliance with established system and regulatory standards, policies and procedures.
• Perform tasks independently without routine oversight.
• Maintain a calm and helpful attitude, even under stress, and take appropriate steps to resolve issues.
• Administer first aid and use emergency cart effectively.
• Ensure customer satisfaction by limiting wait times, providing courteous service, remaining professional, reviewing patient satisfaction scores and developing action plans when required.
• Maintain current knowledge and continue education in care for newborn, pediatric, young adult, adult, and geriatric age groups.
• Serve as preceptor by providing quality training to new team members and new services and initiatives.
• Take call if required.

• Immediate eligibility for health and welfare benefits.
• 401(k) savings plan with dollar‑for‑dollar match up to 5%.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• PTO accrual beginning Day 1.

• Education:
  
  Graduate of an accredited program.
• Experience:
  
  Less than 1 year of experience.
• Certification/License/Registration: ARRT‑R Radiography (ARRT‑R).
• Basic Life Support (BLS): BLS or BLS within 30 days of hire or transfer.
• Medical Radiologic Tech (MRT):
  Licensed by the State of Texas Medical Board as a Medical Radiologic Technologist (MRT).

Entry level

Full‑time

Health Care Provider

Hospitals and Health Care