Clinical Radiologic Technologist II/ III - Sugar Land Orthopedics

UTHealth Houston; Sugar Land (TX); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

100% paid medical premiums

Generous time off

Longevity pay

Retirement/pension plan

Gym membership discounts

Job summary

UTHealth Houston in Texas is seeking a Radiologic Technologist to produce radiographs across body parts as ordered by physicians, using automatic processors and ensuring quality results.

The role requires MRT and ARRT certifications, at least two years' radiology experience, and compliance with safety procedures. We offer a comprehensive benefits package and stability at a world-renowned medical institution.

Qualifications

• Certified MRT by Texas Medical Board (TMB) is required.
• Radiography certification by ARRT is required.
• Graduate of an approved Radiologic Technology program.
• Minimum 2 years of radiology experience is required.

Responsibilities

• Produces radiographs of various portions of the body according to physician's request.
• Develops radiographs using an automatic processor and checks for desired results.
• Forwards radiographs to the radiologist for review and interpretation.
• Produces radiographs in satellite facilities.
• Maintains quality assurance on all radiological equipment.
• Cleans and maintains processors.
• Ensures and assists in accurate timing and positioning techniques.
• Processes paperwork for billing and accepts payment.
• Assists in training new Radiologic Technician I's.
• Adheres to laboratory safety procedures.
• Responds to emergency situations.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Certified MRT (TX)

Radiography (ARRT)

Education

Radiologic technology program graduate

Job description

What we do here changes the world. UTHealth Houston is Texas’ resource for healthcare education, innovation, scientific discovery, and excellence in patient care. That’s where you come in.

Individualized orthopedic care and customized treatment and training programs are delivered by experienced sports medicine-trained orthopedic surgeons, physical therapists, nutritionists, exercise physiologists, biomechanists, strength & conditioning coaches and athletic trainers. This experienced team, including orthopedic doctors, offers a comprehensive suite of services to help athletes perform at their highest level:

• Orthopedic injury prevention and evaluation
• Orthopedic surgery, including minimally invasive options
• Post-injury rehabilitation and physical therapy
• Sports concussion management
• Strength & conditioning training
• Performance testing
• Sports nutrition

In addition, advanced diagnostic imaging services and an ambulatory surgery center are conveniently located adjacent to the Institute to ensure a seamless treatment process.

Once you join us you won't want to leave. It’s because we reward our team for the excellent service they provide. Our total rewards package includes the benefits you’d expect from a top healthcare organization (benefits, insurance, etc.), plus:

• 100% paid medical premiums for our full-time employees
• Generous time off (holidays, preventative leave day, both vacation and sick time – all of which equates to around 37-38 days per year)
• The longer you stay, the more vacation you’ll accrue!
• Longevity Pay (Monthly payments after two years of service)
• Build your future with our awesome retirement/pension plan!

We take care of our employees! As a world-renowned institution, our employees’ wellbeing is important to us. We offer work/life services such as…

• Free financial and legal counseling
• Free mental health counseling services
• Gym membership discounts and access to wellness programs
• Other employee discounts including entertainment, car rentals, cell phones, etc.
• Resources for child and elder care
• Plus many more!

Position Summary

Produces radiographs of various portions of the body according to physician's request.

Position Key Accountabilities

• Develops radiographs using an automatic processor and checks for desired results.
• Forwards radiographs to the radiologist for review and interpretation.
• Produces radiographs in satellite facilities.
• Maintains quality assurance on all radiological equipment.
• Cleans and maintains processors.
• Ensures and assists in the accurate timing and positioning techniques.
• Processes the necessary paperwork for billing purposes and accepts payment.
• Assists in training new Radiologic Technician I's.
• Adheres to laboratory safety procedures.
• Must be able to respond to emergency situations.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Certification/Skills

• None
• Certified Medical Radiologic Technologist (MRT) by Texas Medical Board (TMB) required
• Radiography (R) by American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) required

Minimum Education

Graduate of an education program approved by the credentialing body for the required credential(s) in Radiologic technology required

Minimum Experience

2 years in radiology technology required

Physical Requirements

Exerts up to 100 pounds of force occasionally and/or up to 50 pounds frequently and/or up to 20 pounds constantly to move objects.

Security Sensitive

This position is a security-sensitive position pursuant to Texas Education Code

• 51.215 and Texas Government Code
• 411.094. To the extent that a position requires the holder to research, work on, or have access to critical infrastructure as defined in Texas Business and Commerce Code
• 117.001(2), the ability to maintain the security or integrity of the infrastructure is a minimum qualification to be hired for and to continue to be employed in that position. Personnel in such positions, and similarly situated state contractors, will be routinely reviewed to determine whether things such as criminal history or continuous connections to the government or political apparatus of a foreign adversary might prevent the applicant, employee, or contractor from being able to maintain the security or integrity of the infrastructure. A foreign adversary is a nation listed in 15 C.F.R.
• 791.4. Veteran Information:

Military occupations that relate to the initial selection criteria and registration or licensure requirements for this position may include but are not limited to: 4R0X1, 4R0X1A, 4R0X1B, 4R0X1C, HM-L17A, HM-8416

For a complete list please visit www.uthealth-veterans.jobs.

Residency Requirement

Employees must permanently reside and work in the State of Texas.