Radiology Tech

Tenet Healthcare Corporation • San Antonio, TX

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About The Position

The Radiology Tech performs basic to complex diagnostic radiographic procedures requested by a licensed physician. The role uses professional judgment and x-ray energy to support diagnosis or treatment for patients of all ages, from newborns to older adults. The Radiology Tech is also multi-skilled in operating room procedures and equipment.

The position involves producing and evaluating diagnostic images, supporting fluoroscopy and other advanced procedures, communicating with and positioning patients, and maintaining patient safety and equipment quality. The Radiology Tech may rotate through advanced diagnostic areas and provide practical instruction and precepting for students or other healthcare professionals.

Baptist Medical Center Hospital describes its workplace as a supportive, collaborative healthcare environment with advanced technology and a focus on exceptional patient care. The role may qualify for a sign-on bonus. Benefits are available subject to eligibility, which may vary by location and employment status.

Requirements

• Graduate of an accredited school of Radiologic Technology.
• Possess a current Texas Medical Board (TMB) license.
• Possess American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) certification in Radiography or be registry eligible; obtain ARRT within one year after graduation from an accredited school.
• Have active healthcare provider Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from ARC or AHA upon hire; AHA Healthcare Provider BLS is required within 60 days of hire.

Nice To Haves

• Associate degree.

Responsibilities

• Produce diagnostic radiographs by selecting and operating appropriate radiographic equipment, following operating room protocols, using c-arms, and performing advanced diagnostic procedures.
• Use aseptic techniques and, where permitted by law or institutional policy, prepare, identify, and/or administer prescribed contrast media.
• Rotate through advanced diagnostic radiology areas, including the O.R., urography room, open reductions, myelography, arthrography, placements, and trauma.
• Evaluate images for technical quality and ensure correct patient identification and procedure documentation.
• Assist practitioners with fluoroscopy, arthrography, O.R. procedures, and trauma.
• Communicate instructions and obtain patient histories to achieve desired results, gain cooperation, and minimize anxiety.
• Provide for patients’ physical safety and psychological needs during procedures.
• Position patients to demonstrate the requested anatomical areas while respecting their ability, comfort, and safety; ask about pregnancy and last menstrual period (LMP).
• Implement protective measures against patient injury from thermal, electrical, mechanical, laser, chemical, and radiation sources.
• Provide practical instruction, evaluation, and precepting for students and/or other healthcare professionals.
• Take responsibility for assigned areas and equipment quality control, and report equipment malfunctions.
• Keep the work area, equipment, and accessories neat and clean; submit anecdotal, incident, contrast-agent variance, and accident reports promptly.
• Perform related duties as needed, including transporting patients, film processing, and film filing.
• Use resources efficiently and effectively, maintain a safe environment, and address patient population-specific needs.
• Participate in Performance Improvement activities.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance.
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer match.
• Paid time off.
• Career development and continuing education opportunities.
• Health savings accounts and healthcare and dependent flexible spending accounts.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Employee discount program.
• Voluntary benefits including pet insurance, legal insurance, accident and critical illness insurance, long-term care, elder and childcare, and auto and home insurance.
• The position may qualify for a sign-on bonus.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: Associate degree