Dual-Modality Technician

Townsen Memorial Hospital; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Part time

Job summary

Townsen Memorial Hospital in Houston, TX is seeking a PRN Radiologic Technologist CT to join our team. The Technologist will perform a wide range of imaging procedures using radiographic equipment, detectors, and CT systems to support diagnostic care.

Requirements include graduation from an accredited Radiologic Technology program or AS degree, MRT license from the Texas Medical Board, ARRT-CT certification, BLS, and CT experience.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited school of Radiologic Technology or Associates Degree in Radiology Studies.
• Licensed by the Texas Medical Board as a Medical Radiologic Technologist (MRT).
• Certification in CT by ARRT (ARRT-CT).
• Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification.
• One year of CT experience.

Responsibilities

• Sets up and operate radiographic equipment used in the medical diagnosis and/or treatment of patients.
• Positions patient and set up and adjust equipment to obtain the best quality x-ray of the specific body area requested by the physician.
• Takes preventative steps to minimize radiation exposure to the patient and fellow staff.
• Adjusts and sets radiographic controls, such as kilovoltage and milliamperage, to prescribed specifications for proper timing of exposure.
• Checks X-ray for clarity of image, and retakes X-rays when needed.
• Protect patients and employees by adhering to infection-control policies and protocols and following drug protocols in case of reactions to drugs, such as contrast media, administering first aid, and using the emergency cart.
• Maintain radiology supplies inventory by checking stock to determine inventory level; anticipating needed supplies; placing and expediting orders for supplies; verifying receipt of supplies.

Skills

Radiologic procedures knowledge

Anatomy knowledge

Safety awareness

CT imaging concepts

Computer/software skills

Education

Graduate of an accredited school of Radiologic Technology

Associates Degree in Radiology Studies

Licensed MRT by Texas Medical Board

ARRT-CT certification

Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification

One year CT experience

Job description

Townsen Memorial Hospital is looking for a PRN Radiologic Technologist CT to join our team!

The Radiologic Technologist CT is responsible for performing a wide variety of routine and advanced imaging procedures. The Technologist uses a variety of radiographic equipment, computers, and detectors.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Sets up and operate radiographic equipment used in the medical diagnosis and/or treatment of patients
• Selects proper ionizing factors for radiologic diagnosis
• Positions patient and set up and adjust equipment to obtain the best quality x-ray of the specific body area requested by the physician
• Takes preventative steps to minimize radiation exposure to the patient and fellow staff
• Adjusts and sets radiographic controls, such as kilovoltage and milliamperage, to prescribed specifications for proper timing of exposure
• Regulates the length and intensity of film exposure
• Positions and restrains patients; and takes X-rays of patients' chest, limbs, or other body parts as requested by the physicians
• Checks X-ray for clarity of image, and retakes X-rays when needed
• Protect patients and employees by adhering to infection-control policies and protocols and following drug protocols in case of reactions to drugs, such as contrast media, administering first aid, and using the emergency cart.
• Maintain radiology supplies inventory by checking stock to determine inventory level; anticipating needed supplies; placing and expediting orders for supplies; verifying receipt of supplies.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

• Knowledge of the principles and practices of diagnostic radiographic procedures
• Knowledge of basic chemistry, film apparatus, and film processing techniques
• Knowledge of how disease and injuries are diagnosed and imaged radiographically
• Knowledge of occupational hazards and safety precautions applicable to the work
• Knowledge of human anatomy
• Knowledge of computer and relevant software applications
• Strong attention to detail: being careful about detail and thorough in completing work tasks
• Ability to work independently by guiding oneself with little or no supervision, and depending one oneself to get things done
• Ability to maintain effective and organized systems to ensure timely patient flow

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• Graduate of an accredited school of Radiologic Technology or Associates Degree in Radiology Studies
• Licensed by the Medical State Board of Texas as a Medical Radiologic Technologist (MRT)
• Certification in CT by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologist (ARRT-CT)
• Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification
• One (1) year of experience in CT

Townsen Memorial Hospitalisan accredited network of facilities with an emphasis on emergency care, outpatient surgery, and diagnostics and imaging. Our core mission is to provide compassionate, evidence-based patient care to those we serve. At Townsen Memorial, we encompass diversity, dignity, and inclusiveness as a reflection of our core values. Townsen Memorial is committed to driving cutting edge healthcare to our patients, our communities and each other.

Compensation to be determined by the education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities of the applicant, internal equity, and alignment with market data.

Employment for this position is contingent upon the successful completion of a background check and drug screening.