Radiologic Technologist

Baylor Scott & White Health; Killeen (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Immediate eligibility for health and w

401(k) savings plan with dollar-for-dl

Tuition Reimbursement

PTO accrual beginning Day 1

Job summary

Baylor Scott & White Health in Texas seeks a Radiologic Technologist supervised by a Radiologist to perform radiology procedures ordered by a physician, following established protocols.

You will communicate with patients using AIDET, prepare and position patients, protect with safety policies, and maintain equipment and records. This role emphasizes high-quality imaging, dose monitoring, teamwork, and adaptability across age groups.

Qualifications

• Ability to perform high-quality radiology procedures following exam protocol.
• Ability to communicate with patients using AIDET and build rapport.
• Capable of working autonomously with minimal supervision.

Responsibilities

• Performs high-quality radiology procedures according to exam protocol and maintains image quality.
• Monitors radiation dose and applies safety policies; intervenes if dose exceeds reference levels.
• Uses AIDET to communicate with patients, identifies needs, and builds rapport.
• Prepares the patient and area, positions the patient, adjusts exposure factors, and ensures correct exam is performed.
• Maintains equipment and work area to meet quality and cleanliness standards; collaborates with engineers/physicists as needed.
• Maintains medical imaging records in the department system and ensures timely documentation.
• Screens patients per approved policies and assists in maintaining supplies inventory.

Skills

Radiology procedures

Patient communication

Autonomous work

Education

ARRT-R Radiography

Job description

About Us

Here at Baylor Scott & White Health we promote the well-being of all individuals, families, and communities. Baylor Scott and White is the largest not-for-profit healthcare system in Texas that empowers you to live well.

About Us

Here at Baylor Scott & White Health we promote the well-being of all individuals, families, and communities. Baylor Scott and White is the largest not-for-profit healthcare system in Texas that empowers you to live well.

Our Core Values Are

• We serve faithfully by doing what's right with a joyful heart.
• We never settle by constantly striving for better.
• We are in it together by supporting one another and those we serve.
• We make an impact by taking initiative and delivering exceptional experience.

Benefits

Our benefits are designed to help you live well no matter where you are on your journey. For full details on coverage and eligibility, visit the Baylor Scott & White Benefits Hub to explore our offerings, which may include:

• Immediate eligibility for health and welfare benefits
• 401(k) savings plan with dollar-for-dollar match up to 5%
• Tuition Reimbursement
• PTO accrual beginning Day 1

Note: Benefits may vary based upon position type and/or level.

Job Summary

The Radiologic Technologist, supervised by a Radiologist, performs radiology procedures on patients. These procedures are requested by a physician or licensed provider to diagnose disease and injury, following established protocols.

Essential Functions Of The Role

• Performs high-quality radiology procedures according to exam protocol in a timely manner. Maintains production and quality of imaging procedures by following established standards and procedures.
• Demonstrates an understanding of radiation dose reference levels and monitoring. Takes action if the estimated dose exceeds set reference levels. Takes action when the reference level is exceeded, which may include patient follow-up.
• Utilizes AIDET to communicate with patients. Identifies patient service needs, ensures the correct exam is performed, and builds rapport. Instructs and communicates with patients and their families about the test. Assess the patient's ability to tolerate the exam.
• Prepares the patient and area for the procedure. Positions the patient, adjusts immobilization devices, and moves equipment into position. Adjusts equipment controls to set exposure factors.
• Protects patients and employees by following safety, infection-control, drug, and radiation policies. Uses proper sterile techniques for invasive procedures and maintains hand hygiene.
• Maintains equipment and work area to meet quality and cleanliness standards. Works with engineers and physicists to ensure optimal equipment operation.
• Reports issues to management or appropriate department. Assists in maintaining supplies inventory.
• Ensures people are safe to enter the department by screening them according to approved policies and procedures.
• Obtains, verifies, and maintains all relevant documentation like requisition/chart, patient history, pregnancy status, shielding precautions, consent forms, policies, and procedures.
• Maintains medical imaging records in appropriate system and according to department policies and standards for interpretation in a timely manner.

Key Success Factors

• Able to perform high quality radiology procedures according to exam protocol in a timely manner.
• Able to explain the procedure and put patients at ease.
• Provide services promptly, accurately, and cost-efficiently, following System and regulatory standards, policies, and procedures.
• Able to perform tasks autonomously without need for routine oversight.
• Able to stay calm and helpful during stress and take reasonable steps to resolve issues.
• Able to effectively administer first aid and use emergency cart.
• Ensure customer satisfaction by limiting wait times and providing courteous service. Remain professional, review patient satisfaction scores, and develop action plans when needed.
• Demonstrates and maintains current knowledge, education, and skills for newborn, pediatric, young adult, adult, and geriatric care.
• Able to serve as preceptor by providing quality training to new team members and on new services and initiatives.
• Able to take call, if required.

Belonging Statement

We believe that all people should feel welcomed, valued and supported.

CERTIFICATION/LICENSE/REGISTRATION

• ARRT-R Radiography (ARRT-R)