Radiology Technician

Position Title:

Radiology Technologist Locations:

Little Elm, Hurst, Colleyville, Sherman and Highland Village Purpose The Radiology Technologist provides guidance, support, and coordination in the consistent and effective application of policies, procedures, and practices of the Radiology department at each facility. Direct oversight of the business, clinical, personnel, quality and regulatory functions of Medical Imaging departments.

Qualifications Education:

Degree in

Radiology or Sciences License:

Registered with American Registry of Radiologic Technologist (ARRT), Texas Medical Board - General Medical Radiologic Technologist (RT)

Additional Requirements:

2 years of work experience in the Radiology field, BLS

STANDARDS OF PERFORMANCE

Compliance

• Understands and adheres to compliance plan and code of conduct.
• Respects confidentiality at all times; follows HIPAA guidelines for disclosing information.
• Adhere to facility, department, corporate, personnel and standard policies and procedures.
• Treats all patients, visitors, and co-workers with dignity and respect.
• Always appears professional. Wears name badge at all times. Adheres to uniform standards. Wears dosimeter at all times during shift.
• Report information or radiology department changes to the Executive Board. Teamwork
• Takes initiative to helps the team, is flexible when asked to assist in other areas.
• Consistently demonstrates positive and affirming behaviors even when addressing conflict or stressful situations.
• Demonstrates concern for overall team and understands how actions affect others. Shows a positive attitude and contributes to maintaining an enjoyable and productive work environment.
• Does not engage in any unfavorable behaviors such as rumors, inappropriate conversations, etc. Customer Service
• Assumes responsibility for maintaining a clean, safe environment. Demonstrates knowledge of the facility and services provided.
• Greets all customers in a positive manner and demonstrates sensitivity to customer's needs.
• Answers telephone appropriate to department guidelines and avoids excessive transfers.
• Provides superior customer service while never crossing therapeutic boundaries.
• Demonstrates ability to listen to patient/customers regarding problematic issues in in a non-defensive manner.
• Have strong verbal and written communication skills and be able to work well with subordinates. Accountability
• Adheres to attendance requirements. Utilizes correct procedure for taking time off.
• Attends departmental and staff meetings as required.
• Is accountable and shows pride in work; strives to do more than the minimum required. Shows initiative and completes work in a timely and accurate manner.
• Acknowledge mistakes and demonstrates willingness to learn and correct them.
• Demonstrates passion and hustle in all work.
• Available to address concerns or issues when they arise at all times when necessary.
• Knowledge by participating in educational opportunities; reading professional publications; maintaining personal networks; participating in professional organizations.

Position Responsibilities Operating radiologic equipment to produce radiographs (x-rays) of body for diagnostic purposes, as directed by Radiologist. Practices radiation protection techniques, using beam restrictive devices, patient shielding skills, and knowledge of applicable exposure factors, to minimize radiation to patient and staff. Positions patients on the exam table appropriately and adjusts immobilization devices to obtain optimum views of specified area of body requested by physician. Shows knowledge of job when collaborating with physician, nurses, patients and families. Communicating effectively with co-workers, patients and families. Maintaining professionalism in job performance and practice. Adhering to the guiding principle and policies set forth by ER of Texas. Perform laboratory testing and reporting as assigned by the Laboratory Director. Perform laboratory tests as described in the Laboratory Procedure Manual. Collect appropriate specimens from patients. Prepare specimens to be sent out to a reference laboratory. Calibrate all laboratory instruments, where applicable, as described in the laboratory Policy and Procedures Manual. Follow all laboratory safety and policies and procedures. Maintain all laboratory instruments as indicated by the manufacturers. In event of instrument failure, follow the manufacturer's trouble-shooting procedures. Maintain laboratory safety equipment in proper working order to ensure their effectiveness and maintain personal protection supplies as needed. Maintain all laboratory work surfaces; clean and disinfect against potentially infectious material. Maintain all laboratory records as described in the laboratory Policy and Procedures manual. Make all laboratory records and documents available for inspection by the Laboratory Director, Technical Consultant, or COLA inspectors. Keep track of laboratory supplies as needed to ensure that laboratory functions and services will not be interrupted. Follow all directives in the Laboratory Policy Manual.

Pay:

$40.00 - $50.00 per hour

Benefits:

401(k) Dental insurance Paid time off Parental leave

Work Location:

In person