Radiology Technologist - PRN - Day Shift

ProCare - Fairfield Emergency Room; Cypress (TX); On-site; USD 39,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Positive Work Environment

Flexible Work Schedule

Potential to continuing education

Job summary

ProCare - Fairfield Emergency Room seeks a skilled Radiology/CT Technologist to perform imaging studies and enforce patient safety protocols in a fast-paced ER environment.

The role interfaces with patients and radiologists, participates in CQI activities, and may assist in laboratory testing. A TMB Radiology Technologist License, ARRT-CT certification, and BLS-Provider certification are required, with ER experience preferred.

Qualifications

• Requires TMB Radiology Technologist License and ARRT-CT certification.
• Prerequisites include BLS-Provider certification and CT experience.
• Experience in Emergency Room imaging environments preferred.

Responsibilities

• Operate CT, X-ray, and related equipment to produce diagnostic images.
• Apply radiation safety measures to protect patients and staff.
• Take patient histories and notify Radiologist as needed.
• Screen CT contrast safety prior to procedures.
• Explain procedures and ensure patient comfort during exams.
• Coordinate with clerical staff and other technologists.
• Start IVs and administer contrast per protocol.
• Monitor patients and report abnormal signs to physicians.
• Perform laboratory care for patients and conduct tests.
• Maintain positive relationships to ensure quality outcomes.
• Perform waived and moderate complexity lab testing.
• Independently perform labs in Hematology, Chemistry, Urinalysis, Immunology, Coagulation.
• Maintain and troubleshoot laboratory instruments.
• Collect specimens with proper patient identifiers.

Skills

TMB Radiology Technologist License

ARRT-CT Certification

BLS-Provider Certification

Education

Graduate of an accredited Radiology Technologist program

Job description

Requirements

TMB Radiology Technologist License, ARRT-CT Certification, BLS-Provider Certification

About the job

Performs a variety of imaging procedures and is responsible for patient safety protocols. Functions as the first line interface with customers in the successful accomplishment of their imaging needs. Participates in CQI activities. Radiology/CT Techs working at our Free-Standing ERs are proficient in laboratory functions and frequently assist in performing various laboratory tests. Competency will be maintained in accordance with criteria defined by the American Society of Radiologic Technologists (ASRT), and the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT).

Responsibilities

• Perform complex tasks associated with the operation of Computed Tomography, X-ray, and related equipment to produce special images of specific body parts.
• Use radiation safety measures and protection devices to comply with government regulations and to ensure safety of patients and staff.
• Take thorough and accurate patient medical histories and notify the Radiologist, as necessary.
• Screen patients for CT contrast safety prior to procedure performance.
• Explain procedures and observe patients to ensure safety and comfort during exam.
• Coordinate work with clerical personnel and other technologists.
• Start I.V's and administer contrast media as directed and per protocol.
• Monitor patients' conditions and reactions, reporting abnormal signs to physician.
• Performs laboratory care for patients of all age groups through the use of laboratory processes
• Maintains positive working relationships with staff and other departments to provide optimal quality outcomes within the framework of professional laboratory practice
• perform waived and moderate complexity manual and automated testing
• Independently performs a wide variety of laboratory procedures in Hematology, Chemistry, Urinalysis, Immunology, and Coagulation
• Perform maintenance and troubleshooting for all laboratory instruments for optimal performance
• Perform appropriate patient identifiers while collecting and/or processing specimens for the laboratory; these res

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Radiology Technologist program is required
• CT experience is required
• 2+ years of Radiologic/Imaging experience preferred
• 1+ years of previous Emergency Room experience preferred
• 1+ years of previous Laboratory experience preferred
• Experience working in fast-paced environment preferred
• Must have current ARRT-CT and TMB Radiology Technologist license

Job Type: PRN, Night Shift, Day Shift

Why should you Join Us?

• Positive Work Environment
• Flexible Work Schedule
• Potential to continuing education