Limited Radiologic Technician

Baylor Scott & White Health•Round Rock, TX

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Radiologic Tech Limited performs diagnostic imaging procedures for ambulatory patients in physician office and clinic settings, as requested by a physician or other licensed provider and under the general supervision of a Radiologist or clinician. The technologist explains procedures, helps patients feel comfortable, provides appropriate care, and obtains diagnostic-quality images for interpretation by a Radiologist. This PRN position floats to Hill Country clinics. Exams are performed only in areas where the technologist has demonstrated skills to a Radiologist or clinician, including skull, chest, spine, extremities, chiropractic, podiatry, and cardiovascular imaging.

Requirements

Graduate of an accredited program.
Less than one year of experience.
Basic Life Support (BLS) certification, or obtain BLS within 30 days of hire or transfer.
Texas Medical Board license as a Limited Medical Radiologic Technologist (LMRT), with specialties in chest, extremities, skull, and spine.
Ability to perform radiology procedures accurately, efficiently, and in compliance with established system and regulatory standards, policies, and procedures.
Ability to perform tasks autonomously without routine oversight.
Ability to explain procedures and put patients at ease.
Ability to administer first aid and use an emergency cart.

Responsibilities

Perform diagnostic imaging exams in approved areas after demonstrating skills to a Radiologist or clinician.
Perform high-quality radiology procedures according to exam protocols and established standards in a timely manner.
Monitor radiation dose reference levels and take appropriate action when estimated doses exceed set levels, including patient follow-up when needed.
Communicate with patients using AIDET, verify the correct exam and patient, explain the test, establish rapport, and assess the patient's ability to tolerate the exam.
Prepare patients and procedure areas; position patients, adjust immobilization devices, position equipment, and set exposure factors.
Follow safety, infection-control, drug, and radiation policies; use proper sterile techniques for invasive procedures and maintain hand hygiene.
Maintain equipment and work areas to meet quality and cleanliness standards; work with engineers and physicists to support optimal equipment operation.
Report issues to management or the appropriate department and assist with supply inventory.
Screen people according to approved policies and procedures before they enter the department.
Obtain, verify, and maintain relevant documentation, including requisitions or charts, patient history, pregnancy status, shielding precautions, and consent forms.
Maintain medical imaging records in the appropriate system according to department policies and standards so they are available for timely interpretation.
Provide timely, courteous service, limit patient wait times, and review patient satisfaction scores and develop action plans when needed.
Remain calm and helpful under stress and take appropriate steps to resolve issues.
Maintain current knowledge, continuing education, and skills appropriate to care for all age groups.
Serve as a preceptor by training new team members and supporting training on new services and initiatives.
Take call if required.