XRay Tech

Ascension; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive health coverage

403(b) employer-matched retirement

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Employee Assistance Program

Parental leave

Adoption assistance

Legal and pet insurance

Job summary

Ascension in Austin, TX, at Dell Seton Medical Center, is seeking a Radiologic Technologist to perform diagnostic radiography and support patient care in the Diagnostic Radiology department.

Responding to provider orders, you will position patients, manage exposure factors, and ensure image quality while following radiation safety guidelines. This full-time daytime role supports a collaborative team in a faith-based health system known for growth and community care.

Qualifications

• BLS Provider within 1 month of hire date.
• ARRT Radiologic Technologist in Radiography credentialed before hire date.
• ARRT General Practice credentialed before hire date.

Responsibilities

• Take radiologic films and provide quality images for physician diagnosis.
• Position patients for imaging and select exposure factors accurately.
• Administer contrast media and medications per scope and regulations.
• Monitor patient and protocols and suggest updates as needed.
• Follow radiation safety procedures to minimize exposure.
• Submit high-quality images and patient data to PACS promptly.
• Ensure equipment functions properly and report issues.
• Maintain a clean, organized department and storage areas.
• Position patients and select parameters accurately.

Skills

BLS Provider

ARRT Radiography

ARRT General Practice

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Associate's degree/Technical degree

Job description

Your future role at a glance

Location: Austin, TX

Facility: Dell Seton Medical Center

Department: Diagnostic Radiology

Schedule: Days | Full-time | Monday - Thursday, 6:30am - 5pm

Life at Ascension: Where purpose meets opportunity

Ascension is a leading nonprofit Catholic health system with a culture and associate experience grounded in service, growth, care and connection. We empower our 97,000+ associates to bring their skills and expertise every day to reimagining healthcare, together. Recognized as one of the Best 150+ Places to Work in Healthcare and a Military-Friendly Gold Employer, you’ll find an inclusive and supportive environment where your contributions truly matter.

Benefits that help you thrive

• Comprehensive health coverage: medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage and HSA/FSA options
• Financial security & retirement: employer-matched 403(b), planning and hardship resources, disability and life insurance
• Time to recharge: pro-rated paid time off (PTO) and holidays
• Career growth: Ascension-paid tuition (Vocare), reimbursement, ongoing professional development and online learning
• Emotional well-being: Employee Assistance Program, counseling and peer support, spiritual care and stress management resources
• Family support: parental leave, adoption assistance and family benefits
• Other benefits: optional legal and pet insurance, transportation savings and more

How you’ll make an impact in this role

Take radiologic films providing quality images to physicians to aid in the diagnosis of medical problems.

• Prepare and position patients for imaging and select exposure factors accurately.
• Prepare and administer contrast media and medications within the accepted scope of practice and applicable state and federal regulations.
• Observe patient during procedure and report abnormal activity. Monitor protocols and recommend updates or refinements as warranted.
• Follow radiation safety procedures and guidelines. Prevent patient from being exposed to unnecessary radiation.
• Ensure prompt submission of high-quality of all images and documents sent to PACS (image quality, correct lead markers and patient data/history).
• Ensure equipment is properly functioning. Reports potential problems or equipment malfunction to appropriate personnel. Lock/tag out equipment if appropriate.
• Assist in maintaining a clean, and orderly department to include procedure rooms, storage areas, dressing rooms, film storage area and any other areas in department.
• Position patients and select anatomic and technical parameters accurately.

What Minimum Requirements You’ll Need

Licensure / Certification / Registration:

• BLS Provider obtained within 1 Month (30 days) of hire date or job transfer date required. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.
• Radiologic Technologist specializing in Radiography credentialed from the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date required.
• Radiologic Technologist specializing in General Practice credentialed from the Texas Medical Radiologic Technologist Certification Program obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date required.

Education

• High School diploma equivalency with 2 years of cumulative experience OR Associate's degree/Technical degree OR 4 years of applicable cumulative job specific experience required.

Equal employment opportunity employer

Ascension provides Equal Employment Opportunities (EEO) to all associates and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex/gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions, lactation, breastfeeding, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, all as defined by applicable law, and any other legally protected status or characteristic in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. For further information, view the EEO Know Your Rights (English) poster or EEO Know Your Rights (Spanish) poster.

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