CHCP Radiology Technologist New Grad - Austin

HCA Healthcare•Austin, TX

About The Position

St. David's Healthcare is inviting College of Healthcare Professions (CHCP) Radiology Technology graduates to begin their careers at one of its seven facilities in the Austin area. The Radiology Technologist uses X-ray to support diagnosis and treatment, performs radiographic procedures, and produces images for interpretation by or at the request of a licensed practitioner. The role requires professional judgment, adherence to state and regulatory requirements and Radiation Right guidelines, and conduct consistent with medical ethics. The technologist provides appropriate patient care, recognizes patient conditions relevant to procedures, and works with the healthcare team to support excellent care and efficient diagnostic operations. The organization offers fully funded accelerated development programs for selected colleagues seeking to advance into CT or MRI. Participants complete clinical hours during regular shifts and are paid for those hours.

Requirements

Graduate from an accredited Radiology Technology program.
Current Medical Radiologic Technologist (MRT) certification with the Texas Medical Board (TMB).
Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
Certified in Radiology by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT).

Responsibilities

Perform diagnostic radiologic procedures and demonstrate techniques that produce optimal studies.
Use clinical-area equipment correctly, including fluoroscopy, C-arm, Tomo, and portable units.
Review physician orders before exams to ensure the appropriate study is performed.
Refer technique or study issues to a Senior Tech or Radiologist as appropriate.
Use appropriate markers and identification on each exam.
Assist radiologists with procedures and demonstrate sterile technique when appropriate.
Prepare patients for exams and provide care throughout the procedure.
Assess patients' understanding of procedures and provide information at an appropriate level.
Ensure patient safety throughout exams.
Demonstrate awareness of physician supply preferences and use radiology preference cards.
Verbalize indications for various contrast media.

Benefits

Medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, behavioral health, and telemedicine coverage.
Wellbeing support, including free counseling and referral services.
Paid time off, paid family leave, long- and short-term disability coverage, and leaves of absence.
401(k) plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay, based on years of service.
Employee Stock Purchase Plan and flexible spending accounts.
Preferred banking partnerships, retirement readiness tools, rollover support, and financial wellbeing counseling.
Tuition assistance, student loan assistance, certification support, dependent scholarships, and a partnership with Galen College of Nursing.
Fertility and family-building benefits and adoption assistance.
Life insurance and supplemental health protection plans.
Auto and home insurance, legal counseling, identity theft protection, and consumer discounts.
Fully funded accelerated development programs for selected colleagues pursuing CT or MRI training; clinical hours are paid.