CT/Radiology Technologist FT/PRN 4,000 sign-on/ 5,000 Relo

Altus Community Healthcare; Waxahachie (TX); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

$4,000 sign-on bonus

Job summary

A healthcare provider in Waxahachie, Texas, is seeking a CT/Radiology Technologist to perform radiologic procedures including CT and X-ray, ensuring quality patient care. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in imaging technology and patient management. This position offers a $4,000 sign-on bonus.

Qualifications

• Preferred: 2 years as a Radiologic Technologist.
• Current ARRT registration and Texas Medical Radiologic Technologist license required.
• Current BLS (CPR) certification.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine and complex CT and X-ray procedures using DR/CR imaging systems.
• Process images and patient information through RIS and PACS.
• Explain procedures to patients and position them appropriately.
• Set and adjust technical factors for DR and CR processing.
• Ensure sterile supplies and contrast materials are available.

Skills

CT and X-ray procedures

Image processing through RIS and PACS

Patient explanation and positioning

Technical factors adjustment for imaging

Education

High school diploma or equivalent plus graduation from an approved education program in radiologic technology

Job description

Overview

CT/Radiology Technologist FT/PRN at Altus Community Healthcare. Performs radiologic procedures (CT and X-ray) using ionizing radiation with computerized CR or DR processing, delivering quality patient care and technical skills for diagnostic and evaluation purposes.

$4,000 sign-on bonus

Responsibilities

• Perform routine and complex CT and X-ray procedures using DR/CR imaging systems.
• Process images and patient information through RIS and PACS, or other electronic workflows.
• Explain procedures to patients and position them appropriately.
• Set and adjust technical factors for DR and CR processing.
• Ensure sterile supplies and contrast materials are readily available; prepare radiology room for procedures.
• Prepare and administer contrast material (oral, IV, or enema) as directed by a radiologist.

Qualifications

• Education: High school diploma or equivalent plus graduation from an approved education program in radiologic technology.
• Experience: Preferred: 2 years as a Radiologic Technologist.
• Licensure/Certification: ARRT registration; Texas Department of State Health Services Certified Medical Radiologic Technologist license; current BLS (CPR) certification.

Work Conditions

• Ability to move quickly in response to physician and patient needs.
• Ability to stand for long periods; occasional overhead and low reaching.
• Ability to exert force up to 50 lbs occasionally, up to 20 lbs frequently, and up to 10 lbs constantly.
• Other physical requirements as needed to perform CT and X-ray procedures.

Occupational Exposure

Patient care environment with Category 1 exposure to bloodborne pathogens, radiation, and/or high energy magnetic fields.