RADIOLOGY TECH

SIGNATURECARE EMERGENCY CENTER MASTER•College Station, TX

1d•$36 - $50•Onsite

About The Position

The Radiology Technologist (RT) is responsible for accurately performing x-ray and CT scans ordered by the Emergency Room Physician. The Radiology Technologist will assist the RNs and Physicians with all tasks delegated and within their scope of practice. Within the RTs' professional practice, they are responsible for maintaining quality cost effectiveness, and guest relations. The Radiology Technologist has the responsibility to be a strong patient advocate as well as have the ability to effectively educate patients and family members regarding radiological studies performed during their Emergency Room visit.

Requirements

Successful completion of a two-year program in Radiology studies.
Current compliance with continuing medical education.
Certification in CT is not required upon initial hire but is required within 6 months of employment.
Minimum of two years experience.
Experience preferred to be in a hospital setting/acute care setting.
Problem-solving abilities with the ability and initiative to intervene immediately if needed for patient safety.

Nice To Haves

Current BLS, ACLS, and PALS are preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

Accurately performs x-ray and CT scans ordered by the Emergency Room Physician.
Assists RNs and Physicians with delegated tasks within their scope of practice.
Maintains quality, cost-effectiveness, and guest relations.
Acts as a patient advocate and educates patients and family members regarding radiological studies.
Documents accurately all findings.
Completes documentation for pregnancy verification in females of childbearing age.
Completes documentation regarding diabetic patients and contrast iodine.
Performs laboratory point of care testing and all CLIA waved testing approved by the Laboratory Director.
Accurately documents laboratory testing, critical values, and communications.
Initiates intravenous access with physician's order and obtains specimens for laboratory testing.
Maintains accurate patient logs for CT, x-ray, and ultrasound.
Performs all daily lab and equipment checks for quality assurance.
Maintains the facility in clean working order in accordance with OSHA.
Reports any equipment failure or deficiencies to the Nurse Manager.
Reviews company emails throughout every shift.
Accurately documents any incidents and reports them to the Nurse Manager and Physician on duty.
Uses Bio-hazard containers correctly.
Empties sharps containers in a safe and timely manner.