Radiology Tech (4415)

WACO FAMILY MEDICINE•Temple, TX

7d•Onsite

About The Position

The Radiologic Technologist serves as the primary X-ray technologist for the WFM Temple location and is responsible for providing safe, efficient, and high-quality diagnostic radiography services. This position independently manages daily X-ray operations while working collaboratively with providers and clinic staff to support timely, patient-centered care.

Requirements

Graduate of an accredited Radiologic Technology program.
Current Texas Medical Board Medical Radiologic Technologist (MRT) license.
Current ARRT registration in Radiography, RT(R).
Current BLS certification or ability to obtain within the required timeframe.
Visual and auditory accuracy
Indoor setting
Continuous use of computer and calculator
Long periods of sitting
Frequent use of telephone
Continuous repetitive grasping and manipulation of both hands
Continuous conversational communication
Occasional reaching, walking, squatting, bending, kneeling, twisting and climbing
Occasionally carrying, lifting, pushing and pulling of up to 25 lbs.
Occasionally working in confined, noisy, dusty areas
Frequent use of personal car
Understand/carry out simple/detailed, oral/written instructions
Memorize and retain instructions
Read and interpret detailed specifications

Nice To Haves

Previous outpatient or ambulatory imaging experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Performs diagnostic radiographic examinations according to established protocols, positioning standards, and departmental procedures.
Verifies patient identity, imaging orders, clinical indications, and pregnancy status when applicable.
Explains procedures and provides professional, compassionate care throughout the patient experience.
Positions patients and selects appropriate technical factors to obtain diagnostic-quality images while following ALARA principles.
Reviews images for positioning, technical quality, and diagnostic acceptability before completing examinations.
Maintains accurate documentation and ensures images and examinations are appropriately transmitted through PACS and the electronic medical record.
Follows established workflows for routine, urgent, and STAT imaging and communicates appropriately with providers, radiologists, and clinical staff.
Maintains the X-ray room, equipment, and work area in accordance with safety, infection prevention, and quality standards.
Performs required equipment quality control activities and promptly reports equipment, image-quality, or safety concerns to the Director of Radiology.
Maintains appropriate imaging supplies and assists with inventory management.
Complies with WFM policies, HIPAA requirements, radiation safety standards, and applicable regulatory requirements.
Participates in departmental quality improvement activities, required training, and continuing education.
Assists with scheduling, patient workflow, and other Radiology department functions as needed.
Provides imaging services to pediatric, adolescent, adult, and geriatric patients.
Provides coverage at other WFM locations as operational needs require.
Performs other duties within the scope of the position as assigned.