CT/X-Ray Tech PRN

USMD Hospital At Arlington LP•Arlington, TX

16h•Onsite

About The Position

Under the direction of the department manager or supervisor, performs interpretive, patient care, and technical functions to insure proper radiologic diagnosis of patients.

Requirements

Graduate of an accredited two‑year radiologic technology program
CMRT by the Texas Medical Board
ARRT certification
BLS certification
6 months to 1 year radiology & CT experience required
Fluoroscopy experience required at the Arlington Hospital
Verbal and writing ability required to communicate effectively in informing employees of activities and policies.
Numerical ability required.
Ability to receive, comprehend, and carry out instructions
Ability to work safely with equipment, supplies, and materials
Ability to comply with attendance requirements
Ability to comply with Human Resource policies.

Nice To Haves

Preference in hospital setting for work experience

Responsibilities

Demonstrates the ability to perform specific competencies as listed on the competency validation checklist.
Receives and reviews request for radiologic studies
Accepts patients and assesses their condition to determine proper handling and special requirements
Identifies patient service requirements by establishing personal rapport with potential and actual patients and other persons in a position to understand service requirements.
Operates highly complex radiographic equipment within the radiology department, operating suites and at the patient's bedside, selecting technical factors to ensure high-quality radiographs using the A.L.A.R.A. (As low as reasonable achievable) standards.
Participates in technical duties directly involved with the CT scanner including developing, initiating, and monitoring procedures for the effective utilization of this unit.
Administers CT contrast according to the hospital policies and procedures.
Performs CT scan quality control procedures according to the hospital policies and state requirements.
Explain and prepare the patient for all radiographic and fluoroscopic procedures
Interview patients and review available clinical data from charts to alert nurses and or physicians to possible contradictions for procedure
Relies on extensive knowledge of anatomy, physiology, and effects of disease processes to properly and safely position the patient for maximum diagnostic yield.
Maintains radiographic equipment and x-ray room in proper working condition. Reports malfunctions and necessary repairs to supervisory personnel.
Maintains radiology supplies inventory by checking stock to determine inventory level, anticipating needed supplies, placing and expediting order for supplies, verifying receipt of supplies.
Attends all mandatory education programs and can describe his/her responsibilities related to general safety and regulatory compliance
Attends all required department-specific education and training programs and can describe his/her responsibilities related to department safety and specific job‑related hazards.
Follows the hospital exposure control plans/blood borne and airborne pathogens.
Demonstrates proper body mechanics in all functions
Wears proper identification while on duty
Perform other duties as assigned