Radiologic​/X-Ray Technologist, Inpatient

WHY UT SOUTHWESTERN?

With over 75 years of excellence in Dallas‑Fort Worth, Texas, UT Southwestern is committed to excellence, innovation, teamwork, and compassion. As a world‑renowned medical and research center, we strive to provide the best possible care, resources, and benefits for our valued employees. Ranked as the number 1 hospital in Dallas‑Fort Worth according to U.S. News & World Report, we invest in you with opportunities for career growth and development to align with your future goals.

Our highly competitive benefits package offers healthcare, PTO and paid holidays, on‑site childcare, wage, merit increases and so much more. We invite you to be a part of the UT Southwestern team where you'll discover a culture of teamwork, professionalism, and a rewarding career!

Works under minimal supervision with the physicians to perform diagnostic imaging exams, exam protocols, accreditation, operations, and facilitation of equipment maintenance.

UT Southwestern is proud to offer a competitive and comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees. Our benefits are designed to support your overall wellbeing, and include:

• PPO medical plan, available day one at no cost for full‑time employee‑only coverage
• 100% coverage for preventive healthcare—no copay
• Paid Time Off, available day one
• Retirement Programs through the Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS)
• Paid Parental Leave Benefit
• Wellness programs
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Qualified Employer
• Learn more about these and other UTSW employee benefits!

Radiologic Technologist, $10K Sign On Bonus

• Education Associate's Degree in Radiologic Sciences or Graduate from AMA approved school
• Licenses and Certifications (ARRT) AMER REG OF RAD TECH and MEDICAL RADIOLOGIC TECH Licensed by Texas Medical Board (TMB) as a Medical Radiologic Technologist and (BLS) BASIC LIFE SUPPORT Certification course accredited by the American Heart Association (AHA) or American Red Cross (ARC) by first day of employment

Shift: Mon-Thu, 7AM-5:30PM

• Review physician orders for accuracy, diagnosis, and applicability to select Diagnostic exam. Communicate with Radiologists to discuss stat/urgent findings. If modification of a diagnostic protocol is necessary consult with radiologist to determine appropriate diagnostic exam, and document changes as appropriate in electronic health record. Ensure other resources such as nursing, anesthesia, and scheduling are in order.
• Interview patient (two patient identifier) and obtain medical history pertaining to prescribed exam's clinical criteria. Explain procedure and instruct patient on necessary requirements needed to provide diagnostic images. Answer questions and screen patients regarding the administration of oral and IV contrast. Observe patients for adverse reactions. Be able to activate the organization's emergency codes.
• Assist the physician as needed in performing diagnostic procedures. Ensure that images and information are properly documented with patient identification data and appropriate labeling in the electronic health record. Utilize technical knowledge and skills to perform procedures accurately and in a timely manner in accordance with age‑specific criteria.
• Complete exam charges and image documentation in a timely manner. Perform diagnostic exams ensuring that patient meets radiation safety requirements to ALARA principles. Assist patient in dressing for exam and attends to patient's physical well‑being while transporting to and from exam room and positioning for exam. Instruct or communicate with patient and/or patient's family (as appropriate) regarding the tests to be performed and evaluate the patient's ability to tolerate.
• Perform QC testing and report problems with Diagnostic system and workstations to the service engineer/biomed, with additional correspondence sent to the physicist and imaging leadership.
• Maintain various quality control and radiation safety compliance including (ex. daily, monthly, yearly QC) and archives. Must be able to lift 40–50 lbs.
• Respond to inquiries/calls/emails in a timely and professional manner. Utilize the…