Radiology Diag - Diagnostic Imaging Tech

Childrens Health; Plano (TX); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare organization is seeking a Diagnostic Imaging Tech to join their Radiology Department in Plano. The ideal candidate will operate imaging equipment, produce accurate diagnostic images, and collaborate with medical teams to enhance patient care. This role requires relevant certification and offers significant opportunities for professional growth, including paid parental leave and robust retirement contributions.

Benefits

Employee coverage of medical plan premiums after 3 years

4%-10% employee savings plan match based on tenure

Paid Parental Leave (up to 12 weeks)

Caregiver Leave

Adoption and surrogacy reimbursement

Qualifications

• Must have ARRT certification in Radiography upon hire.
• Texas Medical Radiologic Technologist (MRT) license required within 30 days.
• Basic Life Support certification upon hire is necessary.

Responsibilities

• Perform high quality diagnostic imaging and maintain documentation.
• Assist end users with imaging equipment and participate in training programs.
• Collaborate with departmental staff to ensure optimal patient care.

Skills

Imaging procedures

Patient communication

Equipment maintenance

Education

Two-year Associate's degree or equivalent experience

Four-year Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience

Job description

Job Title & Specialty Area: Diagnostic Imaging Tech

Department: Radiology Diag

Location: Hosp-Plano

Shift: Monday-Thursday 7:30p-6:00a

Job Type: On-Site

Why Children’s Health?
At Children's Health, our mission is to Make Life Better for Children, and we recognize that their health plays a crucial role in achieving this goal.

Through our cutting-edge treatments and affiliation with UT Southwestern, we strive to deliver an extraordinary patient and family experience, ensuring that every moment, big or small, contributes to their overall well-being.

Our dedication to promoting children's health extends beyond our organization and encompasses the broader community. Together, we can make a significant difference in the lives of children and contribute to a brighter and healthier future for all.

Summary:
Responsible for the operation and maintenance of complex imaging equipment to produce high quality images according to established standards. This position reports up to the Team Lead or Manager.

Responsibilities:
* Perform imaging procedures and produce high quality diagnostic imaging; maintain consistent knowledge and skill levels to meet diagnostic evaluation expectations; complete documentation of all activities according to established criteria; and adhere to department/hospital policies, procedures and processes regarding quality improvement, safety, patient flow and other issues. Operate and maintain imaging hardware and software.
* In Ambulatory, responsible for producing all imaging necessary to meet the requirements of all research plans in the Pediatric Imaging Center. Provide assistance to end users who need to use the imaging equipment for their practice.
* Participate in training programs to develop additional skills and/or enhance existing skills; obtain/maintain appropriate licensure and certification; and perform other duties and special projects as required.
* Communicate and collaborate with other departmental staff to facilitate optimum patient care; participate / cooperate with all other department / hospital processes and activities as appropriate.

WORK EXPERIENCE
* Less than 1 year minimum 6 months related experience Pref

EDUCATION
* Two-year Associate's degree or equivalent experience Req
* Four-year Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience Pref

LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS
* American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) in Radiography Upon Hire Req
* Texas Medical Radiologic Technologist (MRT) license 30 Days Req
* Basic Life Support for Healthcare Providers as required by CP 1.20 Life Support Course Requirements Upon Hire Req

A Place Where You Belong

We put our people first. We welcome, value, and respect the beliefs, identities and experiences of our patients and colleagues. We are committed to delivering culturally effective care, creating meaningful partnerships in the communities we serve, and equipping and developing our team members to make Children’s Health a place where everyone can contribute.

Holistic Benefits – How We’ll Care for You:

· Employee portion of medical plan premiums are covered after 3 years.

· 4%-10% employee savings plan match based on tenure

· Paid Parental Leave (up to 12 weeks)

· Caregiver Leave

· Adoption and surrogacy reimbursement

As an equal opportunity employer, Children's Health does not discriminate against employees or applicants because of race, color, religion, sex, gender identity and expression, sexual orientation, age, national origin, veteran or military status, disability, or genetic information or any other Federal or State legally-protected status or class. This applies to all aspects of the employer-employee relationship including but not limited to recruitment, hiring, promotion, transfer pay, training, discipline, workforce adjustments, termination, employee benefits, and any other employment-related activity.