Radiology Technologist

Emerus; Keller (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Emerus in Keller, TX seeks an Imaging Technologist to perform CT and X-ray exams at a technical level not requiring constant supervision, supporting physicians, nurses and staff.

Responsibilities include operating imaging equipment, maintaining documentation, QA/testing, lab sample collection and travel to facilities as needed. Requires ARRT certification, AMA-approved Radiology Technology program, BLS, and English fluency.

Qualifications

• Graduation from AMA-approved Radiology Technology program.
• ARRT radiography certification is required.
• BLS certification is required.
• CT certification preferred, with timeline depending on market.
• Fluency in English, written and spoken.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical assistance and supportive patient care to assist physicians and staff.
• Operate imaging department equipment including X-Ray, CT and PACS.
• Perform imaging exams in accordance with policies and notify physician on duty of results.
• Maintain documentation, logs, charts and records in paper and electronic formats.
• Collect laboratory samples and perform lab testing per COLA/CLIA regulations.
• Travel to facility locations as required and attend staff meetings.

Skills

English fluency

Patient care

Equipment maintenance

Documentation

Laboratory procedures

Education

AMA-approved Radiology Technology program

Associate's degree in Radiology (preferred)

ARRT radiography certification

BLS certification

ARRT CT certification (preferred)

Tools

PACS

X-ray/CT equipment

CR reader

Job description

About Us

We are Emerus, the leader in small-format hospitals. We partner with respected and like-minded health systems who share our mission: To provide the care patients need, in the neighborhoods they live, by teams they trust. Our growing number of amazing partners includes Allegheny Health Network, Ascension, Baptist Health System, Baylor Scott & White Health, ChristianaCare, Dignity Health St. Rose Dominican, The Hospitals of Providence, INTEGRIS Health, MultiCare and WellSpan. Our innovative hospitals are fully accredited and provide highly individualized care. Emerus' commitment to patient care extends far beyond the confines of societal norms. We believe that every individual who walks through our doors deserves compassionate, comprehensive care, regardless of their background, identity, or circumstances. We are committed to fostering a work environment focused on teamwork that celebrates diversity, promotes equity and ensures equal access to information, development and opportunity for all of our Healthcare Pros.

Position Overview

The purpose of this position is to perform a variety of imaging procedures, including CT and X-Rays, at a technical level not requiring constant supervision.

Essential Job Functions

• Provide technical assistance and supportive patient care to assist the physicians, nurses and other technical and administrative staff in meeting the needs of individual patients throughout the facility.
• Operate and maintain all imaging department equipment including but not limited to X-Ray, CT, CR reader, and PACS
• Perform all imaging exams in accordance with established policies, procedures, regulations, and laws and ensure the physician on duty is notified of the results
• Perform basic clinical procedures under the direction of the physician and/or nurse on duty
• Maintain all required documentation, logs, charts, forms and records in paper and electronic formats
• Collect laboratory samples and perform lab testing in accordance with established policies and procedures, as well as COLA and CLIA regulations
• Maintain an adequate supply of all reagents and consumables to perform quality testing
• Perform all routine daily, weekly, monthly, and periodic maintenance and function checks following established protocol for all imaging equipment
• Perform Quality Control as established by this laboratory
• Perform Proficiency Testing and/or Split Sample analysis periodically as established by this facility
• Retain records of all analytic activities performed for a minimum of two years
• Perform all Quality Assessment activities assigned to this position and document these activities for periodic review by the Laboratory Supervisor and/or the Laboratory Director

Other Job Functions

• Perform duties as ER Technician as needed
• Maintain an adequate supply of all reagents and consumables to perform quality testing
• Perform all routine daily, weekly, monthly, and periodic maintenance and function checks following established protocol for all imaging equipment
• Travel to all facility locations as required
• Attend staff meetings or other company sponsored or mandated meetings as required
• Perform additional duties as assigned

Basic Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED, required
• Graduation from an AMA-approved school of Radiology Technology, required
• Associate's degree in Radiology, preferred
• Certified as a medical radiologic technologist as required by the state in which practicing required
• Registered Technologist with the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) in radiography required
• Registered Technologist with the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) in computed tomography, preferred, with the following exceptions
  • CT certification required (Las Vegas Market)
  • CT certification required within 12 months of hire (Pennsylvania market)
• Current BLS certification through the American Heart Association, required
• 2+ years radiologic/imaging experience, preferred
• 1+ years of CT experience, preferred
• 1+ years of emergency room experience, preferred
• Proficiency with most X-ray/CT equipment, manufacturer's hardware/software and PACS
• Position requires fluency in English, written and oral communication