Radiology Tech

Conifer Health Solutions•San Antonio, TX

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Radiology Tech performs basic to complex diagnostic radiographic procedures, as requested by a licensed physician. The Radiology Tech exercises professional judgment in providing health care services, applying x-ray energy, to assist in diagnosis or treatment of patients in all age groups from newborn to elderly. The Radiology tech is multi-skilled in the use of O.R. procedures and equipment.

Requirements

Graduate of an accredited school of Radiologic Technology
Possession of current Texas Medical Board (TMB) license.
Possession of American Registry of Radiologic Technologists, in Radiography or registry eligible.
Must have ARRT within one year post graduation of accredited school.
Must have active healthcare provider Basic Life Support on hire (ARC or AHA); however, must have AHA Healthcare Provider BLS within 60 days of hire.

Nice To Haves

Associate degree

Responsibilities

Produces high quality diagnostic radiographs, by selecting and operating appropriate radiographic equipment, operating room protocols, c-arm use and advanced diagnostic procedures
Practices aseptic techniques as necessary, understands methods of venipuncture and other sterile techniques, in agreement with state statues and./or where institutional policy permits, prepares, identifies and/or administers contrast media as prescribed by a licensed practitioner
Rotates through advanced areas of diagnostic radiology to include procedures in O.R Urography room, open reductions, myelography, arthrography, placements and trauma
Evaluates images for technical quality, assuring proper identification and procedure is recorded
Assists practitioner with fluoroscopy, arthrography, O.R. procedures and trauma
Provides communication to patients for instructions and history in order to obtain desired results, gain cooperation and minimize anxiety
Assumes responsibility for provision of physical safety and psychological needs of the patient during procedures
Positions patients to best demonstrate anatomical areas of interest as requested respecting patients’ ability, comfort and safety. Checks to ask about pregnancy and LMP
Implements protective measures to prevent patient injury due to thermal. Electrical, mechanical, laser, chemical and radiation sources
Provides practical instruction, evaluation and precepting for students and/or other healthcare professionals
Assumes responsibility for assigned areas, quality control of equipment and reports equipment malfunction
Assures environment of working area, equipment and accessories are kept neat and clean
Initiates anecdotal, incident, contrast agent variance and accident reports in a timely manner
Performs related duties such as transporting patients, film processing and film filing as needed
Utilizes resources efficiently and effectively
Maintains safe environment
Addresses patient population-specific needs
Participates in Performance Improvement activities