Radiology Tech

FULL-TIME EVENINGS

The Radiology Tech performs basic to complex diagnostic radiographic procedures, as requested by a licensed physician. The Radiology Tech exercises professional judgment in providing health care services, applying x-ray energy, to assist in diagnosis or treatment of patients in all age groups from newborn to elderly. The Radiology tech is multi-skilled in the use of O.R. procedures and equipment. 

General Functions:

• Produces high-quality diagnostic radiographs, by selecting and operating appropriate radiographic equipment, operating room protocols, c-arm use and advanced diagnostic procedures
• Practices aseptic techniques as necessary, understands methods of venipuncture and other sterile techniques, in agreement with state statues and./or where institutional policy permits, prepares, identifies and/or administers contrast media as prescribed by a licensed practitioner
• Rotates through advanced areas of diagnostic radiology to include procedures in O.R Urography room, open reductions, myelography, arthrography, placements and trauma
• Evaluates images for technical quality, assuring proper identification and procedure is recorded
• Assists practitioner with fluoroscopy, arthrography, O.R. procedures and trauma
• Provides communication to patients for instructions and history in order to obtain desired results, gain cooperation and minimize anxiety
• Assumes responsibility for provision of physical safety and psychological needs of the patient during procedures
• Positions patients to best demonstrate anatomical areas of interest as requested respecting patients’ ability, comfort and safety. Checks to ask about pregnancy and LMP
• Implements protective measures to prevent patient injury due to thermal. Electrical, mechanical, laser, chemical and radiation sources
• Provides practical instruction, evaluation and precepting for students and/or other healthcare professionals
• Assumes responsibility for assigned areas, quality control of equipment and reports equipment malfunction
• Assures environment of working area, equipment and accessories are kept neat and clean Initiates anecdotal, incident, contrast agent variance and accident reports in a timely manner
• Performs related duties such as transporting patients, film processing and film filing as needed
• Utilizes resources efficiently and effectively
• Maintains safe environment
• Addresses patient population-specific needs
• Participates in Performance Improvement activities

MINIMUM EDUCATION: Graduate of an accredited school of Radiologic Technology

PREFERRED EDUCATION: Associate degree

REQUIRED CERTIFICATIONS/LICENSURE: Possession of current Texas Medical Board (TMB) license. Possession of American Registry of Radiologic Technologists, in Radiography or registry eligible. Must have ARRT within one year post graduation of accredited school.

REQUIRED COURSES/ COMPLETIONS (e.g., CPR): Must have active healthcare provider Basic Life Support on hire (ARC or AHA); however, must have AHA Healthcare Provider BLS within 60 days of hire.

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