X-Ray Rad Tech, FT Nights

VS Tech Solutions; Humble (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare solutions provider in Texas is seeking a qualified Radiologic Technologist to perform x-ray exams. The ideal candidate must be a graduate of an accredited Radiologic Technology program, certified in Basic or Advanced Life Support, and possess a current license from the Texas Medical Board. Key responsibilities include ensuring compliance with radiation safety procedures, preparing patients for exams, and conducting quality assurance on radiology equipment. This position requires adherence to healthcare standards and may involve emergency call duties.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Perform radiography (x-ray) exams on patients ensuring compliance with all radiation safety procedures.
• Prepare patients for exam, obtain and record patients' vital signs, and explain procedure.
• Administer IV and contrast when necessary, position patients for the exam.
• Perform quality assurance on radiology equipment.
• Take emergency call within the department.
• Ensure safe care to patients, staff, and visitors; adhere to all policies.

Skills

Ability to lift and/or maneuver patients

Commitment to customer care

Education

Graduate of an accredited school of Radiologic Technology

Job description

Minimum Qualifications

Education: Graduate of an accredited school of Radiologic Technology.

Must have

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

Licenses/Certification

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

Experience / Knowledge / Skills

• Ability to lift and/or maneuver patients in conjunction with others in order to perform job functions
• Demonstrates commitment to the Partners-in-Caring process by integrating our culture in all internal and external customer interactions; delivers on our brand promise of Advancing health. Personalizing care through compassion, courage, credibility, and commitment to community.

Principal Accountabilities

• Performs radiography (x-ray) exams on patients ensuring compliance with all radiation safety procedures: Prepares patients for exam, obtains and records patients vital signs, explains procedure, administers IV and 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. May be required to work weekends and float to other locations as needed.
• May administer breath alcohol test and/or urine drug screens.
• May be required to perform patient registration tasks such as verifying insurance, collecting payments, etc.
• 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.