Radiologic Technologist / Diagnostic Imaging - League City

UT MD Anderson Cancer Center•League City, TX

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The Radiologic Technologist at The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center’s League City location performs physician-ordered diagnostic imaging examinations, supporting patient care and clinical outcomes. The role emphasizes patient safety, image quality, operational excellence, and professional collaboration with providers and support staff. The technologist functions independently within the professional scope of practice in a dynamic, team-oriented clinical environment. The position includes technical imaging duties, patient care and safety, radiation safety and compliance, service and workflow support, and operational responsibilities. The typical schedule is Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., with no call, weekends, or holidays. Applicants must have a high school diploma or equivalent and successful completion of a JRCERT-accredited program. No prior work experience is required. Required credentials include ARRT registration, Texas Medical Board CMRT certification within 30 days, and BLS upon hire; CPR is also listed as required upon hire. The organization describes benefits including medical coverage for employees working 30 or more hours per week, optional dental, vision, life, AD&D, and disability insurance, paid time off and holidays, wellness and leave programs, tuition assistance after six months, retirement plans including a defined-benefit pension, and educational and recognition opportunities. Employment may be subject to routine security reviews and screening if the position is responsible for maintaining the security and integrity of critical infrastructure.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Successful completion of an accredited program by the Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology (JRCERT).
No prior work experience required.
ARRT registration by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists, upon hire.
Texas Medical Board Certified Medical Radiologic Technologist (CMRT) certification within 30 days.
Basic Life Support (BLS) upon hire.
Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) upon hire is also listed as required.

Responsibilities

Provide high-quality care within the professional scope of practice in a complex, team-oriented patient care environment.
Perform patient imaging using approved protocols and procedures, and raise questions before imaging when needed.
Function independently without direct supervision.
Review patient studies for accuracy and ensure appropriate coding and charging.
Address patient care concerns and notify the radiologist about gross pathological findings.
Perform quality assurance activities on imaging equipment and collaborate to resolve image quality issues.
Communicate professionally and promptly with providers, patients, and guests using approved communication tools.
Maintain technical imaging accuracy and meet established error-rate standards.
Apply knowledge of routine protocols and perform specialized procedures with limited assistance.
Enter data accurately into PACS, equipment systems, electronic medical records, and other computer systems.
Provide patient care in a safe environment, maintaining attention to patients and procedures.
Apply age-specific criteria in work duties and patient care.
Use critical thinking to evaluate and resolve patient care concerns and escalate issues when needed.
Correctly identify patients using approved identifiers.
Implement safety and fall precautions and communicate patient needs to team members.
Recognize patient distress and initiate appropriate emergency procedures, including nurse or physician notification, DIURT, and CODE responses.
Document incidents, variances, unusual circumstances, and patient concerns, and notify appropriate personnel.
Administer contrast agents appropriately and use sterile or aseptic technique when applicable.
Review medications and allergies and follow the five rights of medication administration.
Keep work areas, equipment, supplies, and emergency resources safe, organized, and ready for procedures.
Protect patients from ionizing radiation by following ALARA and Image Gently guidelines.
Provide lead shielding when applicable and monitor technical imaging parameters for patient safety.
Follow established imaging protocols, procedures, and safety standards.
Demonstrate professionalism and customer service when interacting with patients, guests, staff, and faculty.
Maintain productivity and assist with departmental patient care activities.
Escort patients as needed and support peers and nursing staff to help ensure efficient operations.
Manage patient flow, minimize delays, and adapt to changing circumstances using critical thinking and problem-solving.
Complete assigned duties and provide a daily verbal handoff to the relief technologist at shift end.
Follow downtime procedures during system failures and promptly report to supervisors for reassignment of duties.
Report equipment malfunctions to the DI Engineering Team, supervisor, and manager with supporting information.
Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

Employer-paid medical coverage beginning on day one for employees working 30 or more hours per week.
Optional group dental, vision, life, AD&D, and disability insurance.
Accruals for paid time off and an Extended Illness Bank.
Paid holidays and wellness, childcare, and other leave options.
Tuition Assistance Program after six months of service.
Wellness, fitness, and employee resource groups.
Defined-benefit pension through the Teachers Retirement System.
Voluntary retirement plans.
Employer-paid life and reduced salary protection programs.
Educational opportunities and individual and team recognition.