Lead Tech - CT FT - Heart

UHS • Mcallen, TX

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Assists the Department Director /Supervisor in all daily departmental operations; Performs and oversees Computed Tomography procedures performed in the Radiology Department; Performs quality control procedures as required by the manufacturer; Evaluates all orders, verifies them with radiologist, and ensures the proper exam is performed. Properly screens all patients to ensure there are no contraindications to oral or intravenous contrast media. Responsible for interacting with hospital staff and/or nursing departments regarding patient care, concerns, and conflicts by identifying and assisting in the resolutions. Responsible and accountable for maintaining performance skills. Routinely works weekends, holidays, evenings, nights, overtime, and/or on an on-call/call-back status, when needed. (This position summary contains the most relevant duties and responsibilities and does not exclude other assignments not mentioned.)

Requirements

• Current BCLS certification
• 5 years prior CT experience
• Graduate from an approved school in Radiologic Technology
• Licensed as a Medical Radiologic Technologist (MRT) in the State of Texas
• ARRT Certification (R)
• ARRT certification in CT required
• Proficient in performing radiologic examinations of extremities, thorax, abdomen, spine, skull exams
• Familiarized with utilizing C-Arm
• BCLS on hire
• Proficient in IV access
• Able to operate a power injector for PICC lines, peripheral lines, and thorough knowledge of CTA procedures
• Able to assist radiologist in performing CT guided interventional procedures
• Able to utilize critical thinking to ensure the appropriate patient care is delivered
• Thorough knowledge of Joint Commission and TDH requirements and maintains documentation for these regulating bodies
• Demonstrate commitment and adherence to STHS’s Compliance Program and Code of Conduct

Nice To Haves

• Membership in related professional organization preferred

Responsibilities

• Assists the Department Director /Supervisor in all daily departmental operations
• Performs and oversees Computed Tomography procedures performed in the Radiology Department
• Performs quality control procedures as required by the manufacturer
• Evaluates all orders, verifies them with radiologist, and ensures the proper exam is performed
• Properly screens all patients to ensure there are no contraindications to oral or intravenous contrast media
• Interacts with hospital staff and/or nursing departments regarding patient care, concerns, and conflicts by identifying and assisting in the resolutions
• Maintains performance skills
• Routinely works weekends, holidays, evenings, nights, overtime, and/or on an on-call/call-back status, when needed

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree