OR Radiologic/X-Ray Technologist, 10K Bonus

UT Southwestern Medical Center • Dallas, TX

10d • Onsite

About The Position

Works under minimal supervision with the physicians to perform OR-Hybrid imaging exams, exam protocols, accreditation, operations, and facilitation of equipment maintenance.

Requirements

• Associate's Degree In Radiologic Sciences or Graduate from AMA approved school
• (ARRT) AMER REG OF RAD TECH
• (MRT) MEDICAL RADIOLOGIC TECH Licensed by Texas Medical Board (TMB)
• (BLS) BASIC LIFE SUPPORT course accredited by the American Heart Association (AHA) or American Red Cross (ARC) by first day of employment is required.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor's Degree

Responsibilities

• Reviews OR schedule, coordinating/flexing to OR case load.
• Adjusting technical factors specific to diagnostic imaging equipment to include sterile procedure, OR staff assistance and patient assessment.
• Recognizes and communicates any changes in hemodynamic data, patient symptoms and responses.
• Demonstrates ability to produce timely and quality diagnostic images while properly following established protocols.
• Operates table and equipment for optimal fluoroscopic visualization.
• Sets parameters for radiation dose and digital acquisition of images.
• Provides radiation protection for patient, staff and self by adhering to prescribed practices and safety standards.
• Assists the surgeon as needed in performing procedures.
• Ensures that images and records are properly completed with patient identification data and appropriate labeling.
• Utilizes technical knowledge and skills to perform procedures accurately and in a timely manner in accordance with age specific criteria.
• Completes exam charges and image documentation in a timely manner.
• Administers intravenous injections of contrast material as appropriate, observes patients for adverse reactions.
• Troubleshoots and reports minor problems with imaging systems and workstations to the service engineer/biomed, with additional correspondence sent to imaging leadership.
• Performs processing functions on hybrid/OR systems and remote workstations.
• May include, but not limited to, knowledge of cross sectional anatomy, IVUS, WorkSpot, vessel navigation, roadmapping, subtraction, TerraRecon and power injector.
• Responds to inquiries/calls/emails in a timely and professional manner.
• Utilizes the organizational culture behaviors to include PACT and AIDET.
• Actively participates in codes and rapid responses.
• Communicates shift hand off regarding workflow issues with equipment or pending exams with oncoming staff.
• Engages in equitable distribution of departmental workloads.
• Actively participates in providing orientation and training for new hires and students ensuring that procedures are performed according to set standards.
• Functions in the department as a part of an interdisciplinary team, and collaborates in the care and service delivery process of patient care through effective communication with other service lines.
• Prioritizes exams to ensure smooth workflow, minimize wait times and address stat requests.
• Adheres to hospital policies, procedures, competencies, regulatory compliance, infection control, hospital education, new yearly metrics/department goals, patient satisfaction, and fiscally responsible with regards to equipment, supplies scheduling, overtime, etc.
• Maintains patient confidentiality (HIPAA) and ensures that all processes and procedures are maintained to secure and protect all workstations in all work areas.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• PPO medical plan, available day one at no cost for full-time employee-only coverage
• 100%25 coverage for preventive healthcare-no copay
• Paid Time Off, available day one
• Retirement Programs through the Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS)
• Paid Parental Leave Benefit
• Wellness programs
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Qualified Employer

What This Job Offers

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