Limited Medical Radiologic Tech

Prime Healthcare; Harlingen (TX); On-site; USD 59,000 - 66,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Medical insurance benefit plan

401K

Job summary

Prime Healthcare's Harlingen Medical Center in Harlingen, TX seeks a Per Diem Radiologic Technologist to perform limited-scope X-rays and assist with radiology services. You will work under a physician or RT(R) and position patients to acquire high-quality images following safety protocols.

Requirements include a high school diploma, completion of an accredited limited radiologic tech program, existing state licensure in Skull/Extremity/Chest/Spine, and BLS within 30 days of hire.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Graduate from accredited limited medical radiological technology program.
• Current state certification in Skull, extremity, chest, and spine.
• BLS certification within 30 days of hire.
• Must communicate effectively in English.
• 1+ year healthcare experience preferred.
• Competent radiological procedures in clinic setting.

Responsibilities

• Perform limited-scope X-rays of extremities, chest, spine, or other areas per state licensure.
• Operate under supervision of a physician or RT(R).
• Prepare and position patients to obtain high-quality, accurate diagnostic images.
• Adhere to radiation safety protocols for patient and staff safety.
• Assist with radiology equipment upkeep, documentation, and image processing.
• Perform quality control on X-ray equipment and assist with phlebotomy and EKG tasks as assigned.

Job description

Overview

Shifts Available: Days

Employment Type: Per Diem (PD/PRN)

Hours: 8 hour shifts

Location: Harlingen Medical Center – Harlingen, TX

Responsibilities

• Perform limited-scope X-rays, such as imaging of extremities, the chest, spine, or other areas allowed by state licensure
• Operate under the guidance and supervision of a physician or a Registered Radiologic Technologist (RT(R))
• Prepare and position patients to obtain high-quality, accurate diagnostic images
• Adhere to radiation safety protocols to ensure safety for both patients and staff
• Assist with radiology equipment upkeep, complete patient documentation, and process images as needed
• Responsible for performing quality control on the X-ray equipment and managing the operation and basic maintenance of the EKG unit, assisting with phlebotomy, and completing additional duties assigned

Qualifications

1. High School graduate or the equivalent. 2. Graduate from an accredited limited medical radiological technology education program. 3. Current state certification with limited certificate issued in the following categories: Skull, extremity, chest, and spine. 4. BLS Certification required within 30 days of hire. 5. Must be able to interact and communicate in English, both orally and written, with all levels of staff, Physicians, patients, and families in an effective manner; exhibiting tact, enthusiasm, and patience.6. Must be able to be sensitive to cultural and bilingual issues. 7. Minimum of 1-year experience in a healthcare setting preferred, but not required. 8. Able to demonstrate competent levels of radiological procedures in a clinic setting.

Pay Transparency

Here are some of the benefits of working at Prime Healthcare:

• Competitive compensation
• Medical insurance benefit plan
• 401K

Full benefits at Prime Healthcare: https://www.primehealthcare.com/careers/benefits/

Employment Status

Per Diem

Shift

Days

Equal Employment Opportunity

Company is an equal employment opportunity employer. Company prohibits discrimination against any applicant or employee based on race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (subject to applicable law), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. The Company also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. Know Your Rights:https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2022-10/EEOC_KnowYourRights_screen_reader_10_20.pdf

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