Limited Medical Radiologic Tech

Prime Healthcare•Harlingen, TX

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Prime Healthcare is seeking a Limited Medical Radiologic Technologist to join their team at Harlingen Medical Center in Harlingen, TX. This per diem position involves performing limited-scope X-rays, operating under physician or Registered Radiologic Technologist supervision, and ensuring patient and staff safety through adherence to radiation protocols. The role also includes equipment upkeep, patient documentation, image processing, quality control, and basic maintenance of the EKG unit, with potential assistance in phlebotomy and other assigned duties.

Requirements

High School graduate or the equivalent.
Graduate from an accredited limited medical radiological technology education program.
Current state certification with limited certificate issued in the following categories: Skull, extremity, chest, and spine.
BLS Certification required within 30 days of hire.
Must be able to interact and communicate in English, both orally and written, with all levels of staff, Physicians, patients, and families in an effective manner; exhibiting tact, enthusiasm, and patience.
Must be able to be sensitive to cultural and bilingual issues.
Able to demonstrate competent levels of radiological procedures in a clinic setting.

Nice To Haves

Minimum of 1-year experience in a healthcare setting preferred, but not required.

Responsibilities

Perform limited-scope X-rays, such as imaging of extremities, the chest, spine, or other areas allowed by state licensure.
Operate under the guidance and supervision of a physician or a Registered Radiologic Technologist (RT(R)).
Prepare and position patients to obtain high-quality, accurate diagnostic images.
Adhere to radiation safety protocols to ensure safety for both patients and staff.
Assist with radiology equipment upkeep, complete patient documentation, and process images as needed.
Responsible for performing quality control on the X-ray equipment and managing the operation and basic maintenance of the EKG unit, assisting with phlebotomy, and completing additional duties assigned.