Per Diem Radiology Technologist - Kelsey-Seybold Clinic - Baytown

UnitedHealth Group•Baytown, TX

1d•$24 - $43•Onsite

About The Position

Kelsey-Seybold Clinic, part of the Optum family of businesses, is hiring a per diem Radiology Technologist for its Baytown clinic. Under the order of a qualified physician, the technologist uses ionizing-radiation equipment to obtain diagnostic radiographs in accordance with clinic and Radiology Department policies, procedures, and protocols. Equipment may include fluoroscopic, digital, and routine radiographic rooms used with computed radiography (CR) technology. Depending on the assigned location, the technologist may rotate through an ambulatory surgery center to provide radiographic support using a C-arm or portable unit and perform fluoroscopic examinations. The technologist uses the designated Radiology Information System (RIS) for clerical processes and the designated Picture Archiving and Communication System (PACS) for imaging. The role involves producing quality images, maintaining radiation safety, supporting equipment quality control, documenting atypical conditions, and communicating effectively with patients, coworkers, supervisors, radiologists, and other clinic staff. The position also includes required training and maintaining applicable licenses and certifications.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Graduate of an AMA-approved school of Radiologic Technology.
Graduate Technologist designation as defined by the Texas Medical Board.
Eligible for the ARRT (R) registry.
Attain ARRT (R) and MRT-General Certificate status within one year of eligibility, or hold ARRT (R), an MRT-General Certificate, and current BLS certification through the American Heart Association.
Ability to use a computer keyboard and grasp the elements of digital image acquisition.
Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills.

Nice To Haves

Associate in Applied Science in Radiology Technology.
At least one year of clinical Radiology Technologist experience.
PACS and RIS experience.
Bilingual or multilingual ability.

Responsibilities

Perform diagnostic radiography, including fluoroscopic studies when applicable, in accordance with department policies, procedures, and protocols.
Apply technical principles and knowledge of anatomy, positioning, and anomalies to produce optimal radiographic images; communicate age-appropriate instructions to patients and maintain an individual repeat rate below 5%.
Participate in technical quality control, perform routine equipment maintenance, and report equipment malfunctions or performance variances to the Radiology Supervisor or designee.
Maintain necessary supplies and applicable cleaning-log documentation.
Use the RIS according to clinic and department guidelines, document atypical conditions that could affect image quality for radiologist review, and identify PACS image-transmission problems and escalate those requiring corrective action beyond the technologist’s scope.
Apply radiation-safety measures and select and use age-appropriate shielding when appropriate, and use sterile technique when necessary.
Participate in clinic, department, and site-specific training; maintain applicable licenses and certifications and meet continuing-education requirements.
Perform other technical or non-technical duties when the supervisor determines that training, experience, and credentials are adequate.
Communicate effectively with patients, coworkers, staff at other locations, supervisors, coordinators, radiologists, physicians, and other clinic departments, providing and receiving factual information and feedback.