Radiology Technologist /CT Tech PRN

Kindred Hospital San Antonio; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Kindred Hospital San Antonio is seeking a Radiologic Technician responsible for administering ionizing radiation and performing radiographic procedures. This role requires a graduate from an accredited medical radiography program and ARRT registration. Candidates must ensure patient safety and care while handling diagnostic imaging equipment. Responsibilities include evaluating images, preparing patients for procedures, and maintaining accurate records. The environment emphasizes a multidisciplinary approach to patient recovery.

Qualifications

• Graduate from an accredited institution in medical radiography.
• The American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) registration.
• Current BLS certification.
• State certifications/licensure as required.

Responsibilities

• Administers ionizing radiation for diagnostic purposes.
• Performs full scope of radiographic and fluoroscopic procedures.
• Prepare, administer, and document contrast medications and radiation exposure.
• Evaluate images for quality, positioning, and additional needs.

Skills

Fluent English

Radiation safety principles

Patient care principles

Education

Graduate from an accredited institution in medical radiography

Tools

Diagnostic imaging equipment

Radiographic and fluoroscopic equipment

Job description

Description

Kindred Hospital San Antonio is a long‑term acute care (LTAC) hospital specializing in the treatment of patients recovering from post‑intensive care and medically complex conditions. Our hospital provides both intensive care and telemetry‑level services, offering advanced monitoring and support for patients requiring extended medical care. With a multidisciplinary team dedicated to personalized treatment plans, we focus on helping patients achieve significant recovery and transition to the next level of care.

Job Summary

Administers ionizing radiation for diagnostic purposes. Performs a full scope of radiographic and fluoroscopic procedures and acquires and analyzes data needed for diagnosis at the request of and for interpretation by a licensed practitioner. Prepares, administers, and documents activities related to contrast medications and radiation exposure in accordance with state laws, regulations, and company policy.

Essential Functions

• Receive, relay and document verbal, facsimile, electronic and/or telephone orders in the patient’s chart as permitted by state and company policies.
• Provide education and prepare patients for procedures.
• Select the appropriate protocol and optimize technical factors while maximizing patient safety.
• Apply principles of ALARA to minimize exposure to patient, self and others.
• Apply three basic principles of radiation safety: time, distance and shielding.
• Observe patient and machine during procedure and report any unexpected outcomes.
• Clean and disinfect x‑ray room and equipment as per infection control policy.
• Evaluate images for proper positioning and determine if additional images will improve the procedure or treatment outcome.
• Evaluate images for technical quality and ensure proper identification is recorded.
• Corroborate a patient’s clinical history with the procedure and ensure information is documented and available for use by a licensed practitioner.
• Postprocess images and data.
• Verify archival storage of exam data.
• Assist in maintaining medical records while respecting confidentiality and established policy.
• Identify and respond to emergency situations.
• Follow process for managing equipment and physical environment to ensure a safe working environment.
• Communicate issues, concerns, and opportunities for improvement to immediate supervisor routinely.
• Work cooperatively as a team member with co‑workers in all departments of the hospital.
• Apply principles of patient safety during all aspects of patient care.
• Provide optimal patient care.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities/Expectations

• Approximate percent of time required to travel: 0%
• Must read, write and speak fluent English.
• Must have good and regular attendance.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Education

• Graduate from an accredited institution in medical radiography.

Licenses/Certification

• The American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) registration.
• Current BLS certification.
• State certifications/licensure as required by the state in which employed.

Experience

• One year experience in diagnostic imaging preferred.