Rad Tech PRN

Baylor Scott & White Health•Irving, TX

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Join Baylor Scott & White Medical Center – Irving as part of our Imaging family and be a part of something great! Imaging/Radiology Services The Radiology department is a dynamic, team-oriented environment dedicated to delivering high-quality, patient-centered care. We provide imaging services for a diverse patient population, including inpatients, outpatients, and Emergency Department patients. Our goal is to support clinicians with accurate and timely imaging to aid in diagnosis and treatment, ultimately contributing to the best possible patient outcomes. Services Offered: Our department is equipped with advanced imaging technologies and offers a comprehensive range of services, including: · Diagnostic Radiology · Computed Tomography (CT) · Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) · Ultrasound · Nuclear Medicine and Molecular Imaging (NM and PET) · Interventional Radiology (IR) Each modality is staffed by highly skilled technologists and radiologists who work collaboratively to ensure safety, quality, and compassionate care for every patient. We’re looking for professionals who are collaborative, detail-oriented, and dedicated to providing compassionate, high-quality imaging services. Here, you'll find ongoing opportunities for growth, a supportive team, and a shared mission to deliver outstanding patient care. Why Baylor Scott & White Medical Center – Irving Baylor Scott & White Medical Center-Irving, Texas is part of Baylor Scott & White Health System. Established in 1964 as a community hospital, funded through the Irving Hospital Authority, the facility now offers 293 licensed beds. Each year, BSWMCI delivers care through 32,991 outpatient visits, 76,730 emergency department visits, 11,753 admissions and more than 2000 babies are born each year at this facility. BSWMCI offers care across a variety of specialties including oncology, digestive, and cardiovascular care and has been recognized by U.S. News & World Report as a “Best Hospital” for COPD, Heart Attack, Heart Failure, Pneumonia, Stroke, Kidney Failure and Maternity Care. In 2022, BSWMCI achieved its third accreditation in the Magnet Recognition Program by the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC), was awarded the Outstanding Achievement Award by the Commission on Cancer and was once again voted Best Medical Center by the Greater Irving-Las Colinas Chamber of Commerce. For more information about Baylor Scott & White Medical Center – Irving, visit BSWHealth.com/Irving Why Baylor Scott & White Health At Baylor Scott & White Health, we empower each other to create healthier communities and deliver safe and high-quality care across the state of Texas. With more than 52 hospitals, 800 access points, a quality health plan and an award-winning research institute, you’ll enjoy endless opportunities to make your mark on the future of healthcare. At Baylor Scott and White Health, you’ll be joining a team that’s committed to better. Because better never settles. And neither should you. As the largest not-for-profit healthcare system in Texas and one of the largest in the United States, Baylor Scott & White Health has the resources to offer a variety of career opportunities to meet your personal and professional goals. Consider a career move to Baylor Scott and White Medical Center - Irving and join our exceptional Imaging team committed to something better. JOB SUMMARY The Radiologic Technologist, under general supervision of a Radiologist, performs radiology procedures on ambulatory and hospital patients as requested by a physician or other licensed provider for the diagnosis of disease and injury in accordance with established protocols.

Requirements

EDUCATION - Grad of an Accredited Program
CERTIFICATION/LICENSE/REGISTRATION
ARRT-R Radiography (ARRT-R)
Medical Radiologic Tech (MRT): Licensed by the State of Texas Medical Board as a Medical Radiologic Technologist (MRT).
Basic Life Support (BLS): BLS or BLS within 30 days of hire or transfer.

Nice To Haves

EXPERIENCE - 2 Years of Experience (Preferred)

Responsibilities

Performs high quality radiology procedures, according to exam protocol, in a timely manner. Maintains production and quality of imaging procedures by following established standards and procedures.
Demonstrates an understanding of radiation dose reference levels, radiation dose monitoring, actions to be taken if the estimated dose exceeds set dose reference levels, and actions to be taken for cases when the reference level was exceeded which may include patient follow-up.
Utilizes AIDET when communicating with patients to identify patient service requirements, ensure correct exam is performed on the correct patient, and establish rapport with patients and others. Instructs and communicates with patients and their family regarding the test to be performed and assesses patient's ability to tolerate exam.
Prepares patient and area for procedure by positioning patient, adjusting immobilization devices, moving equipment into specified position, and adjusting equipment controls to set exposure factors.
Protects patients and employees by adhering to safety requirements, infection-control, drug and radiation policies, protocols, and techniques. Uses proper sterile techniques when setting up and performing invasive procedures and maintains hand hygiene requirements.
Maintains equipment and work area to meet quality and cleanliness standards. Works with engineers and physicists to ensure optimal operational capabilities of equipment.
Reports issues to management or appropriate department. Assists in maintaining supplies inventory.
Ensures individuals are safe to enter the department by screening them according to approved policies and procedures.
Obtains, verifies, and maintains all relevant documentation such as requisition/chart, patient history, pregnancy status and shielding precautions taken, consent forms, policies, and procedures, etc.
Maintains medical imaging records in appropriate system and according to department policies and standards for interpretation in a timely manner.