Radiology Care Tech PRN

Methodist Health System • Dallas, MD

3d • Onsite

About The Position

Under the Direction of the professional staff, assists with patient care to provide support services to the patient, Radiology unit, and professional staff. Supports the mission, vision, values and strategic goals of Methodist Health System. This role functions as an assistant to the professional technologist in that modality. Conforms to safety standards dictated by regulatory agencies i.e. safety manuals, MSD sheets, OSHA issues. Maintains a clean work environment, adequate equipment and supplies. Performs patient care activities delegated and supervised by the professional staff. Responds effectively in emergencies and assists in the prevention of patient injury. Methodist Dallas Medical Center is one of North Texas’ best places to work. It is the flagship hospital of Methodist Health System, a 595-bed acute care teaching and referral hospital. It is home to the only adult Level I Trauma Center in southern Dallas, the first and only Certified Comprehensive Stroke Center in southern Dallas, and the newly renovated Linda and Mitch Hart Breast Center. Celebrating more than 90 years of service, we strive to have a diverse workforce that reflects the communities we serve and welcomes the skills and talents of all groups.

Requirements

• High school Diploma or Equivalent preferred
• Healthcare Provider CPR certification required
• Ability to remain flexible and adaptable to change.
• Able to develop and maintain good working relationships with all levels of staff, patients and family members
• Able to follow oral and written instructions
• Demonstrates accountability for own actions.
• Demonstrates compliance with hospital dress code.
• Demonstrates initiative, is a self starter.
• Is able to work independently, prioritizing and organizing workload effectively to complete tasks within the time frames delegated.
• Demonstrates knowledge of medical terms.
• Demonstrates understanding of MHS guidelines and reference, Infection Control guidelines, and MHS safety guidelines.
• Proactive not reactive, analyzes problems accurately, develops recommendations and takes appropriate actions to solve problems.
• No work experience required if currently enrolled a Imaging program.

Responsibilities

• Maintains clean work environment, adequate equipment and supplies: All Imaging Equipment is kept in good working condition; Related supplies are kept clean, and are at desired par levels.
• Performs patient care activities delegated and supervised by the professional staff: Patient transport performed by (i.e. wheelchair, stretcher, or bed) utilizing appropriate safety techniques to prevent patient and self-injury; Assists Technologist with room prep, stocking supplies, cleaning, and moving and transport of patients.
• Respond effectively in emergencies and assists in prevention of patient injury: Initiates CPR when appropriate; Utilizes side rails and restraints to prevent patient injury; Reports to professional staff patients at increased risk for injury.
• Other duties as assigned

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED