Radiology Technologist PRN

Altus Community Healthcare; Baytown (TX); On-site; USD 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Pay & Shift Differentials

Sign-On & Retention Bonuses

Flexible Scheduling Options

Comprehensive Benefits & 401(k) Matching

Supportive & Collaborative Work Culture

Job summary

Altus Community Healthcare is seeking a Radiology Technologist in Baytown, Texas to operate radiographic and CT scan equipment for high-quality diagnostic imaging. This role emphasizes patient safety and requires strong skills in radiation management.

The ideal candidate must have graduated from an accredited radiologic technology program, possess ARRT certification, and have at least one year of imaging experience. The position offers competitive pay and benefits.

Join a collaborative environment committed to delivering exceptional emergency care.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited radiologic technology program.
• At least 1 year of radiologic and CT imaging experience.
• Registered with the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT).

Responsibilities

• Operates radiographic equipment to produce diagnostic radiographs.
• Maintains awareness of departmental and operational policies.
• Prepares patients for examination, including contrast and IV placement.

Skills

Radiologic imaging

CT scan operation

Radiation safety

Education

Accredited radiologic technology program

Tools

Radiographic equipment

CT scan equipment

Job description

About the Role

Join our team at Neighbors Emergency Center – Houston Region, located in Baytown. Our dynamic, fast‑paced workplace offers top‑tier benefits, competitive pay, and attractive incentives for emergency medicine professionals committed to compassion, excellence, and teamwork while delivering high‑quality emergency care to the Houston community.

Why Work with Us?

• Competitive Pay & Shift Differentials


• Sign‑On & Retention Bonuses


• Flexible Scheduling Options


• Comprehensive Benefits & 401(k) Matching


• Supportive & Collaborative Work Culture

Summary

The Radiology Technologist operates radiographic equipment to produce diagnostic radiographs of the body as directed by the ER Physician and Radiologist protocol. The technologist positions the patient and examination table to obtain optimum views, practices radiation safety techniques with the ALARA principle, uses beam‑restrictive devices and patient shielding, and manages exposure factors for maximum radiation protection. The technologist also operates CT scan equipment, administers and consents for IV and oral contrast, and ensures accurate documentation in the patient chart. This role prioritizes patient safety and diagnostic quality.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Maintains awareness of all NEC departmental and operational policies.


• Assists in equipment maintenance, cleaning, and QA procedures.


• Handles specimen collection, labeling, processing, and lab workflow.


• Performs lab testing when trained, approved, and competency verified.


• Explains procedures and exams’ benefits and risks to patients.


• Prepares patients for examination, including contrast, IV placement, and lab checks.


• Completes contrast, extravasations, pregnancy, and other pre‑exam forms.


• Maintains safety precautions to minimize radiation exposure to patients, colleagues, and self.


• Updates knowledge of diagnostic radiology and CT procedures.


• Applies fundamental anatomy and physiology principles to obtain diagnostic quality images.


• Provides basic troubleshooting for radiology/CT equipment and minor repairs.


• Utilizes all radiological and lab equipment in the ER.


• Uses proper body mechanics when moving/lifting patients and equipment to prevent injury.


• Applies radiology safety principles in positioning tasks.


• Recognizes own limitations and seeks guidance when needed.


• Communicates issues or concerns about departmental activities to appropriate personnel.


• Provides safe transportation of patients to and from the patient care unit.


• Reiterates awareness of all NEC departmental and operational policies.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited radiologic technology program.


• At least 1 year of radiologic and CT imaging experience.

Language/Math/Reasoning Ability

• Read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos.


• Write simple correspondence.


• Present information one‑on‑one and to small groups to customers, clients, and staff.


• Perform basic arithmetic: addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, common fractions, and decimals.


• Compute rates, ratios, percentages, and interpret bar graphs.


• Apply common sense to follow written, oral, or diagram instructions and solve problems with several concrete variables in standardized situations.

Certificates & Licenses

• Registered with the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT).


• Current state licensure (e.g., Texas, Colorado, Rhode Island as required).


• Current Basic Life‑Support (BCLS) certification.


• CT certification: ARRT (CT) with state‑specific requirements for Texas, Colorado, Rhode Island.