MRI/CT Tech- PRN

The US Oncology Network; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare network in Dallas, Texas, is seeking an experienced CT/MRI Technologist to provide high-quality imaging services. The role requires an Associate's Degree in Radiologic Technology, ARRT certification, and at least three years of experience. Key responsibilities include conducting procedures, ensuring patient safety, and maintaining equipment standards. The position offers a dynamic clinic environment with a focus on patient care and compliance with safety regulations.

Qualifications

• Minimum three years experience as a CT/MRI Technologist.
• Ability to perform CT and MRI procedures to a high quality standard.
• Must ensure compliance with safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Conducts CT and MRI procedures as ordered achieving high quality.
• Offers expertise on appropriateness of additional studies.
• Ensures patient safety and comfort during procedures.
• Maintains proper documentation and machinery performance.

Skills

CT procedures expertise

MRI procedures expertise

Patient care

Quality control measures

Education

Associate's Degree in Radiologic Technology

Certification as a registered radiologic technologist (ARRT)

Current IV and CPR certifications

Certification in CT and MRI (preferred)

Job description

Overview

SCOPE: Under general supervision, it is responsible for the coordination and administration of all CT/MRI radiologic exams; ensures technical quality and timely reporting of results. Assures compliance with appropriate regulatory agencies related to patient and employee safety. Supports and adheres to the US Oncology Compliance Program to include the Code of Ethics and Business Standards.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Performs CT and MRI procedures as ordered achieving a high level of quality.
• Offers expertise to physicians regarding appropriateness of additional/modified studies, etc.
• Escorts patients to treatment room, assists with dressings as necessary, and completes all paperwork required to ensure timely delivery of CT/MRI services.
• Develops and processes radiologic films, logs radiologic procedures completed, and processes routine paperwork.
• Provides protection for patient and self in accordance with prescribed safety standards.
• Ensures the safety and physical comfort of the patient while in the technologist's care.
• Conducts daily quality control measures to monitor machine performance. Reports all malfunctions and/or need for adjustments to the proper company or facility.
• Arranges preventive maintenance as recommended by vendor and follows prescribed safety standards in operating equipment.
• Orders, logs, and returns outside films requested from other agencies and completes appropriate documentation.
• Arranges for the release of films to patients and outside agencies.
• Maintains paperwork for tracking loaned films and maintains confidentiality of all information related to patients and medical staff.

Minimum Qualifications

• Associate's Degree in Radiologic Technology from an accredited school.
• Minimum three years experience as a CT/MRI Technologist.
• Certification as a registered radiologic technologist (ARRT) required.
• Current IV and CPR certifications required.
• Certification in CT and MRI preferred.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Physical demands of this job typically require full range of body motion, including manual and finger dexterity and eye‑hand coordination for operation and repair of all department equipment. Lifts and carries items weighing up to 50 pounds. Lifts and pushes patients in wheelchairs/stretchers weighing up to 300 pounds and places them in appropriate positions for operation of equipment. Requires ability to reach above shoulder height. Requires sitting/standing for extensive periods of time. Requires corrected vision and hearing within normal range.

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to direct contact with patients with potential for exposure to blood, toxic substances, ionizing radiation and other conditions common to a clinic environment.