Tech Radiology/Imaging / Northwest Physicians Group Canyon Clinic / FT

UHS•Amarillo, TX

77d•Onsite

About The Position

Northwest Physicians Group, formed in 2013, focuses on population health management and has grown to a network of over 40 providers serving patients at numerous primary, specialty, and urgent care locations in Amarillo, Texas. It is affiliated with Northwest Texas Healthcare System, a 495-bed acute care hospital serving approximately 650,000 residents. Independence Physician Management (IPM), a subsidiary of UHS, develops and manages multi-specialty physician networks and urgent care clinics. IPM operates in 11 markets across six states and the District of Columbia. As a Northwest Physicians Group employee, you will be part of a first-class organization offering a challenging and rewarding work environment, competitive compensation, generous paid time off, and excellent medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug plans, along with a 401(K) with company match. Universal Health Services (UHS), Inc. is one of the nation's largest and most respected providers of hospital and healthcare services, a Fortune 500® corporation with annual revenues of $17.4 billion in 2025. UHS operates acute care hospitals, behavioral health facilities, outpatient facilities, an insurance offering, a physician network, and related services in 40 U.S. states, Washington, D.C., Puerto Rico, and the United Kingdom.

Requirements

Current ARRT Texas License
Current BLS certification from the American Heart Association (or obtained during orientation) and maintain certification throughout employment
Ability to read, write and converse in English
Ability to communicate with patients, families, staff, physicians, support agencies, vendors and others
Ability to remain calm during stressful situations
Dosimetry badge must be worn at all times
Ability to evaluate and interpret information and make independent decisions
Bending, crouching, hand/finger dexterity, kneeling, lifting/carrying (50-75 pounds), grasping, fine hand/eye coordination, pushing and pulling, stooping, twisting, prolonged standing and/or sitting
Electrical and radiant energy hazards are present
Ability to respond to pages, telephones, and other auditory stimulation
Near visual acuity and depth perception to examine exposed film for pertinent detail
Lead protective gloves and apron must be worn during certain procedures

Responsibilities

Operates ionizing radiation producing equipment, under licensure form the Bureau of Radiation Control through the State of Texas
Develops film using the PACS system, prepares exam rooms and gathers supplies for ordered exams
Ensures equipment is in working order and that the equipment is clean
Assists the Radiologist and nurses to ensure the correct exam is performed in a safe environment
Utilizes the principles of Continuous Quality Improvement