IR Radiology Technologist

University Medical Center; United States; On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Resilience program

EAP counseling services

Discounted Pharmacy Cost

Cash Retention Bonus

Retirement Benefits with EmployerMatch

PTO & Extended Illness Insurance

Job summary

UMC Health System in Texas seeks a Radiology Technologist to perform diagnostic imaging under supervision, with hours Mon-Fri 0730-1600 and call. You will work with providers and nurses, assisting in procedures with anesthesia or sedation, in a fast-paced hospital setting.

Graduate of an accredited Radiologic Technology program with at least 2 years of general radiologic experience is required, as well as a Texas MRT license, ARRT registration within 12 months, and BLS within 30 days.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited school of Radiologic Technology.
• +2 years of General Radiologic practice experience.
• Current Texas MRT license and ARRT registration within 12 months of hire.
• BLS within 30 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Perform Routine or Trauma Radiologic Tests and use imaging skills to treat patients.
• Gather and exchange patient information with nursing and physicians to ensure proper identification and history.
• Set up and use all diagnostic equipment in each room and rotation after in-servicing.
• Set up Exam and OR rooms for Fluoroscopic and OR Surgical exams, including equipment, trays, contrast, supplies.
• Operate and maintain imaging equipment; notify Lead Tech of malfunctions.
• Maintain order and cleanliness to prevent cross contamination in patient areas.
• Manage documentation and paperwork following exams; use Cerner RIS system.
• All other related assigned responsibilities.

Skills

Portable procedures

Organized

Urgency awareness

Education

Graduate Radiologic Technology program

Job description

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Job Summary

The Radiology Technologist performs a variety of technical and diagnostic procedures under the direction of a lead technologist and/or physician.

Hours are Mon-Fri, 0730-1600 with call. We do body and neuro IR as well as rotate to our Health & Wellness Hospital. You will be working closely with providers and nurses and caring for patients under general anesthesia, moderate sedation and local anesthetic in a team-oriented environment. Reports to: Interventional Radiology Director

Job Specific Responsibilities

Daily assignments may include but are not limited to:

• Functions independently in OR and ER rooms; Perform Routine or Trauma Radiologic Tests and use Radiologic Imaging skills to treat patients
• Gather and exchange patient information with nursing and physicians ensuring proper identification, patient history, and reason for exam is accurately acknowledged
• Correctly set-up and use all Diagnostic Equipment in each room and each rotation, after proper in-servicing and a suitable amount of time to get acquainted with the technical factors.
• Correctly and efficiently set up Exam and/or OR rooms for Fluoroscopic and OR Surgical exams, including, equipment, “Trays”, Contrast, Supplies, etc. Know the appropriate contrast for specific exams.
• Operate and maintain highly specialized medical imaging equipment and other accessory equipment; Notify Lead Tech and/or Supervisor of issues with malfunctioning or unsafe to use
• Maintain order and cleanliness in patient and surgical rooms to prevent cross contamination
• Maintains inventory supplies, coordinates student/patient room assignments
• Manages documentation and appropriate paperwork following exams; Includes use of Cerner RIS Computer System
• All other related assigned responsibilities

Education and Experience

• Graduate of an accredited school of Radiologic Technology
• +2 years of experience General Radiologic practice

Licensures/Certifications/Registrations

• Current Texas Medical Board MRT License certification
• ARRT Registration within 12 months of hire.
• BLS within 30 days of hire into the role

Skills and Abilities

• Ability to perform portable and/or surgical procedures, fluoroscopic, and EC procedures, including general and trauma radiography
• Organized and strong attention to detail
• Apt to understand the need for urgency

Interaction with Other Departments and Other Relationships

This position requires extensive interaction with all Hospital Units and Floors, as well as TTUHSC Clinics and other Physician Clinics within and outside of the Lubbock Community Physical Capabilities Work requires frequent walking, standing, lifting, and transporting patients, equipment and/or supplies. Should be able to lift 50 pounds. Must be emotionally and physically fit

Environmental/Working Conditions

This position requires frequent work near sources of radiation and in low light conditions in order to see the centering lights. Fast paced environment with occasional to frequent high pressure or emergent situations. This position is subject to inside environmental conditions. Occupational risk and exposure to bodily fluids, infectious specimens, communicable diseases, ionizing radiation, blood borne pathogens and other conditions common to a Hospital/Medical environment.

Direct Reports

N/A

Benefits

• Resilience program
• Emotional Physical Spiritual Financial Career Community On-Site Professional Counselors (EAP)
• Discounted Pharmacy Cost
• Cash Retention Bonus (only one in our region)
• Retirement Benefits w/Employer Match
• PTO & Extended Illness Medical, Dental, & Vision Insurance
• And more at: https://apps.umchealthsystem.com/documents/wellness.pdf

UMC Vision, Mission and Standards: Vision: To Serve Our Patients in the Best Teaching Hospital in the Country Mission Statement: Service is our passion. We serve by providing safe, high quality care to all, achieving excellent financial performance, and training tomorrow’s healthcare professionals. Standards of Excellence: Attitude, Communication, Responsiveness, Compassion, Teamwork, Ownership, Safety and Respect

About UMC Magnet Designated 501 licensed beds 62 Site locations Regions only Level I Trauma Center Regions only BICU DNV accredited Primary teaching hospital for the Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center (TTUHSC) Ranked as one of the Best Places to Work in Texas by Texas Monthly UMC Physicians Culture, Vision, Mission, and Standards: Culture: Service is Our Passion Vision: The best place to work and the best place to receive healthcare. Mission Statement: To improve the quality of life for our community by providing the best patient experience for every patient. Standards: Teamwork, Respect, Accountability, Compassion, Kindness

About UMCP 35 Practice Locations – private practices and urgent care centers Over 125 physicians and advanced practice providers Ranked as “One of the Best Places to Work in Texas” by Texas Monthly Employee Engagement Score of 96% measured by Press Ganey Associates