Special Procedures Tech Neuro/Body IR

Memorial Hermann Health System; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 50,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare provider in Houston is seeking a skilled Radiologic Technologist to perform specialized radiologic procedures and assist physicians during invasive procedures. The role requires a graduate education in Radiologic Technology and Texas licensure. Responsibilities include monitoring patient data, ensuring compliance with safety protocols, and providing quality assurance on equipment. Candidates should demonstrate a commitment to community care and continuous professional development. This position ensures compassionate patient experiences and may involve emergency call duties.

Qualifications

• Current license or temporary license by the Texas Medical Board (MRT) required.
• Certified in Basic or Advanced Life Support.
• Registered Radiology Technologist by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT-R).

Responsibilities

• Performs specialized radiology procedures, ensuring radiation safety compliance.
• Monitors patient data and performs quality assurance on equipment.
• Handles emergencies and promotes professional growth among staff.

Skills

Ability to lift and/or maneuver patients

Education

Graduate of an accredited school of Radiologic Technology

Tools

Radiology equipment

Job description

Overview

Performs radiologic procedures requiring specialized or complicated techniques to assist in diagnosing diseases and injuries; acts as an assistant to the physician during invasive radiological procedures.

Minimum Qualifications

• Education: Graduate of an accredited school of Radiologic Technology
• Licenses/Certifications:
  • Current license or temporary license by the Texas Medical Board (MRT), required
  • Certified in Basic or Advanced Life Support
  • Registered Radiology Technologist by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT-R)

Experience / Knowledge / Skills

• Ability to lift and/or maneuver patients in conjunction with others in order to perform job functions

Principal Accountabilities

• Performs special/invasive radiology procedures on patients ensuring compliance with all radiation safety procedures: Prepares patients for exam, explains procedure, administers contrast when necessary, positions patients for the exam, selects appropriate imaging techniques, and ensures technical quality of the images.
• Enters and monitors patient data.
• Performs quality assurance on radiology equipment. May assist with initial and renewal application for ACR and other accreditation.
• Identifies and reports any accidents, complaints or equipment malfunction to department management.
• Takes emergency call within the department.
• Ensures safe care to patients, staff and visitors; adheres to all Memorial Hermann policies, procedures, and standards within budgetary specifications including time management, supply management, productivity and quality of service.
• Promotes individual professional growth and development by meeting requirements for mandatory/continuing education and skills competency; supports department-based goals which contribute to the success of the organization; serves as preceptor, mentor and resource to less experienced staff.
• Demonstrates commitment to caring for every member of our community by creating compassionate and personalized experiences. Models Memorial Hermann’s service standards by providing safe, caring, personalized and efficient experiences to patients and colleagues.
• Other duties as assigned.