PRN Radiology Technologist

Memorial Hermann Health System; United States; On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Memorial Hermann Health System is seeking a Radiologic Technologist to perform radiography examinations to assist physicians in diagnosing and treating patients. This role involves preparing patients for exams, recording vital signs, and ensuring compliance with safety procedures.

The ideal candidate must be a graduate of an accredited Radiologic Technology school and hold necessary certifications including MRT and ARRT-R. This position requires strong commitment to patient care and adherence to quality standards.

Qualifications

• Certified in Basic or Advanced Life Support required.
• Current or temporary license by the Texas Medical Board (MRT) required.
• Registered Radiology Technologist by the ARRT-R required.

Responsibilities

• Performs radiography exams on patients ensuring compliance with safety procedures.
• Prepares patients for exam, records vital signs, and explains procedures.
• Enters and monitors patient data and performs quality assurance on equipment.
• Identifies and reports accidents or equipment malfunctions.

Skills

Ability to lift and/or maneuver patients

Education

Graduate of an accredited school of Radiologic Technology

Job description

Job Summary

This position performs radiography (x‑ray) examinations to aid physicians in the diagnosis and treatment of patients. This position may also perform some exams in more complex modalities.

Minimum Qualifications

• Education: Graduate of an accredited school of Radiologic Technology.
• Licences/Certifications: Certified in Basic or Advanced Life Support, required; Current or temporary license by the Texas Medical Board (MRT), required; Registered Radiology Technologist by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT‑R), required.
• Experience / Knowledge / Skills: Ability to lift and/or maneuver patients in conjunction with others to perform job functions.

Principal Accountabilities

Performs radiography (x‑ray) exams on patients ensuring compliance with all radiation safety procedures: prepares patients for the exam, obtains and records patient’s vital signs, explains the procedure, administers IV and contrast when necessary, positions patients, selects appropriate imaging techniques, and ensures technical quality of the images.

Enters and monitors patient data. Performs quality assurance on radiology equipment. May assist with the initial and renewal application for ACR and other accreditation.

Identifies and reports any accidents, complaints or equipment malfunctions to department management. Takes emergency call within the department. May be required to work weekends and float to other locations as needed.

May administer breath alcohol tests and/or urine drug screens. May be required to perform patient registration tasks such as verifying insurance and collecting payments.

Ensures safe care to patients, staff and visitors; adheres to all Memorial Hermann policies, procedures and standards within budgetary specifications, including time management, supply management, productivity and quality of service.

Promotes individual professional growth and development by meeting requirements for mandatory/continuing education and skills competency; supports department-based goals which contribute to the success of the organization; serves as preceptor, mentor and resource to less experienced staff.

Demonstrates commitment to caring for every member of our community by creating compassionate and personalized experiences. Models Memorial Hermann’s service standards by providing safe, caring, personalized and efficient experiences to patients and colleagues.

Other duties as assigned.