Supplemental Radiologic Technologist-Nights-LBJ

Harris Health System, Inc.; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 39,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Harris Health System is seeking a Radiologic Technologist to perform radiographic procedures for diagnostic purposes in a busy clinical setting in Houston, TX. The role requires graduation from a JRCERT-accredited program and ARRT registry eligibility with Texas Medical Board certification within 12 months.

Candidates should possess CPR certification and strong communication skills to interact with patients, families, and the care team.

Qualifications

• Education: HS or GED and graduate of a JRCERT-accredited radiography program; if new grad, ARRT registry eligible and Texas Medical Board certification within 12 months.
• Current CPR certification.
• Work requires strong communication and clinical documentation.

Responsibilities

• Applies radiographic procedures to patients for diagnostic purposes
• Maintains patient safety, positioning, and image quality through proper technique and equipment handling

Skills

Communication skills

Analytical skills

Medical terminology

Education

High school diploma or GED

JRCERT-accredited radiography program graduate

ARRT registry eligibility

Tools

CPR certification

Job description

Harris Health is the public healthcare safety-net provider established in 1966 to serve the residents of Harris County, Texas. As an essential healthcare system, Harris Health champions better health for the entire community, with a focus on low-income uninsured and underinsured patients, through acute and primary care, wellness, disease management and population health services. Ben Taub Hospital (Level 1 Trauma Center) and Lyndon B. Johnson Hospital (Level 3 Trauma Center) anchor Harris Health's robust network of 39 clinics, health centers, specialty locations and virtual (telemedicine) technology. Harris Health is among an elite list of health systems in the U.S. achieving Magnet® nursing excellence designation for its hospitals, the prestigious National Committee for Quality Assurance designation for its patient-centered clinics and health centers and its strong partnership with nationally recognized physician faculty, residents and researchers from Baylor College of Medicine; McGovern Medical School at The University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston (UTHealth); and The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center.

At Harris Health, we prioritize the well-being of our most valuable asset--our people--ensuring a culture of compassion, collaboration and excellence in serving Harris County's most in need. With integrity and accountability at our core, we commit to 'leading with love', embodying our dedication to quality care, education, and a steadfast respect for every individual's contribution to our mission.

Applies radiographic procedures to patients for diagnostic purposes

Minimum Qualifications

• Education/Specialized Training/Licensure: HS or GED and must be a graduate of a JRCERT accredited program; If a new graduate, must be Registry eligible and become registered by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologist and Certified Texas Medical Board within 12 months of graduation date
• Current CPR certification.

Special Requirements

• Communication Skills: Above Average Verbal (Heavy Public Contact), Writing/Composing Reports
• Analytical, CRT, and Medical Terms
• Work Schedule: Flexible

Equipment Operated

• All ionizing Radiation equipment, All image processing equipment