ER Radiology Technologist – DeSoto

TotalCare; DeSoto (TX); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Part time

Job summary

TotalCare in DeSoto, TX is seeking an ER Radiology Technologist for PRN mixed weekend shifts. This role operates radiologic equipment to produce radiography and CT scans for diagnostic purposes.

The incumbent will assist physicians and nurses with patient care under supervision, perform vital signs, IV initiations, blood draws, and support a multidisciplinary team while maintaining regulatory standards.

Qualifications

• Must be a qualified radiologic technologist and licensed in the state.
• Experience with X-ray and CT imaging preferred.
• Ability to assist physicians and nurses in patient care.

Responsibilities

• Operates radiologic equipment to perform X-ray and CT scans.
• Assists physicians and nurses with basic patient care under supervision.
• Performs vital signs, IV initiation, and blood draws as needed.
• Documents results and coordinates with radiology reads and interpretations.
• Maintains department safety, cleanliness, and regulatory compliance.
• Supports front office and other staff as required.

Skills

Radiologic imaging

Tools

X-ray equipment

CT scanners

Job description

Freestanding Emergency Room in DeSoto, TX is seeking to hire an ER Radiology Technologist for PRN Mixed shifts (Weekends).

Operates radiologic equipment to produce radiography and CT scans of body for diagnostic purposes. Additionally, assists Physician and Registered Nurse with basic patient care based on individual patient needs within the scope of practice under direct supervision of the Nursing Director.

Responsibilities

• Provides supportive care to the patients under the direction of the registered nurse in charge and/or physician;
• Performs patient skill sets such as taking height and weight measurements, vital signs, IV initiations, blood draws, documenting as needed to assist the nurse and physician with patient care;
• Performs diagnostic testing using x-ray and/or computer tomography (CT scan) equipment in accordance with protocol;
• Produces a quality image and uploads such images for radiology reads/interpretations;
• Applies proper techniques and practices while performing diagnostic testing using radiology equipment and lab procedures;
• Reports lab and radiology results immediately to registered nurse and/or physician;
• Assists registered nurse and physicians with assessments, examinations and treatment;
• Performs other duties such as crutch walking, dressing changes and assisting physician with splint or cast application;
• Assists with moving, ambulating and lifting patients as needed;
• Communicates in an effective and efficient manner with all documentation, and with all coworkers, patients, visitors and physicians;
• Assists with the cleaning of the facility and radiology department to ensure a safe and sanitary work environment as well as maintains and prepares rooms between patients and procedures;
• May assist in various office duties such as front office registration activities, filing, shredding, scanning, data entry as needed or required by administrations;
• Monitors stock and re-stocks supplies as needed;
• Maintains policies and procedures established by regulatory standards;
• Participates in performance improvement activities;
• Demonstrates ability to work effectively as a multidisciplinary team member;
• supports and assists team members in all activities;
• Regularly attend staff meetings and training sessions;
• Enhances professional growth and development through participation in educational programs, current literature, in-service meetings and workshops;
• shows responsibility for ongoing education;
• Performs other related duties as assigned or requested by Nurse Director;
• Meets dress code standards; appearance is neat and clean;
• Maintains all required certifications and licenses per regulatory standards;
• Maintains patient confidentiality at all times;
• Maintains regulatory requirements for radiology and lab procedures;
• Reports to work on time and as scheduled;
• Attends all staff meeting as scheduled by the Nurse Director;
• Represents the organization in a positive and professional manner in the community;
• Complies with all organizational policies and procedures regarding ethical business practices;
• Communicates the mission, ethics and goals of the facility as well as the focus statement of the department