LEAD RADIOLOGY TECH

SIGNATURECARE EMERGENCY CENTER MASTER • College Station, TX

95d • $85,000 - $95,000

About The Position

The Radiology Technologist (RT) is responsible for accurately performing x-ray and CT scans ordered by the Emergency Room Physician. The Radiology Technologist will assist the RNs and Physicians with all tasks delegated and within their scope of practice. Within the RTs' professional practice, they are responsible for maintaining quality cost effectiveness, and guest relations. The Radiology Technologist has the responsibility to be a strong patient advocate as well as have the ability to effectively educate patients and family members regarding radiological studies performed during their Emergency Room visit.

Requirements

• Successful completion of a two-year program in Radiology studies
• Current compliance with continuing medical education
• Minimum of two years experience, preferably in a hospital setting/acute care setting
• Certification in CT is not required upon initial hire but is required within 6 months of employment
• Current BLS, ACLS, and PALS are preferred but not required
• Problem-solving abilities with the ability and initiative to intervene immediately if needed for patient safety

Responsibilities

• Excellent Customer Service skills
• Courtesy and respect for every staff member
• Documents accurately all findings
• Completes documentation for pregnancy verification in females of childbearing age
• Completes documentation regarding the diabetic patient and contrast iodine
• Laboratory point of care testing and all CLIA waved testing approved by the Laboratory Director
• Accurate documentation of Laboratory testing, critical values, and communications
• Initiation of intravenous access with physician's order and obtains specimens for laboratory testing
• Maintains accurate patient logs for CT, x-ray, and ultrasound
• Performs all daily lab and equipment checks for quality assurance
• Maintains the facility in clean working order in accordance with OSHA and reports any equipment failure or deficiencies to the Nurse Manager
• Review company emails throughout every shift as this will be the primary means of communication
• Accurately documents any incidents and reports them to the Nurse Manager and Physician on duty
• Uses Bio-hazard containers correctly
• Empties sharps containers in a safe and timely manner

Benefits

• Health benefits start on the first of the month after hire
• Medical, dental, and vision plans with sliding-scale premiums
• 100% coverage for preventive health services
• HSA and FSA options available
• Company-paid life insurance and long-term disability
• 401(k) with contributions starting after 30 days
• 100% match on the first 4%
• Full vesting after 3 years
• Access to exclusive employee discounts on travel, fitness, shopping, and more
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Holiday

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: Associate degree
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees