Rad Tech (Per Diem)

UT MD Anderson Cancer Center•Houston, TX

About The Position

Perform imaging exams and provide care for patients with a radiography/fluoroscopy (Rad/FL) exam ordered by a physician. The role functions within a dynamic, complex, team-oriented patient-care environment and requires independent performance of imaging procedures, patient safety practices, accurate documentation, equipment quality assurance, and professional communication with patients and care providers. The position is per diem, scheduled Saturday and Sunday from 8 a.m. to 9 p.m. (flex), at a non-negotiable rate of $40. The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center’s mission is to eliminate cancer through programs integrating patient care, research, prevention, and education. The position may involve maintaining the security and integrity of critical infrastructure and may require routine reviews and screening. Meeting and maintaining applicable infrastructure security requirements is a condition of hire and continued employment.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Successful completion of a program accredited by the Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology (JRCERT).
Texas Medical Board (TMB) Certified Medical Radiologic Technologist (CMRT) licensure, required upon hire.
American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) registration, required upon hire.
Basic Life Support (BLS) certification, required upon hire.
The posting lists Nuclear Medicine Technologist Certification Board (NMTCB) certification and American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS) registration as required upon hire or as applicable.
The posting lists Cardiac Pulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) as required upon hire or as applicable.

Responsibilities

Perform ordered imaging exams using approved protocols and procedures, and raise questions before imaging when needed.
Provide high-quality, patient-centered care within professional scope of practice and demonstrate the clinical competencies needed to work independently without direct supervision.
Review patient studies for accuracy and ensure they are coded and charged appropriately.
Address patient-care concerns, notify the radiologist of gross pathological findings, and use critical thinking to resolve problems.
Perform equipment quality-assurance activities and collaborate with appropriate parties to resolve image-quality issues.
Communicate professionally and promptly with patients, guests, and care providers, using communication tools responsibly.
Maintain in-depth knowledge of routine section-specific protocols and perform specialized procedures with limited assistance.
Accurately enter information into PACS, equipment systems, the electronic medical record, and other computer systems.
Maintain a safe environment, give patients full attention during procedures, and apply age-specific criteria.
Correctly identify patients, implement safety and fall precautions, recognize distress, follow emergency procedures, document incidents and concerns, and notify appropriate personnel.
Administer contrast agents appropriately, use sterile or aseptic technique when applicable, review medications and allergies, and follow the five rights of drug administration.
Keep work areas and equipment safe, clean, and organized; maintain supplies, including emergency supplies; and complete checklists.
Protect patients from ionizing radiation by following ALARA and Image Gently guidelines, providing lead shielding when applicable, and monitoring imaging parameters.
Maintain professionalism and customer service, contribute to patient-care activities, assist colleagues and nursing staff, and help manage patient flow and minimize delays.
Complete duties and provide a daily verbal handoff to the relief technologist at shift end.
Follow downtime procedures during system failures and report to a supervisor for reassignment of duties.
Report equipment malfunctions to the DI Engineering Team, supervisor, and manager with relevant information.
Perform other duties as assigned.