Per Diem Radiology Technologist - Kelsey-Seybold Clinic - Springwoods Village

UnitedHealth Group•Spring, TX

1d•$24 - $43•Onsite

About The Position

Explore opportunities with Kelsey-Seybold Clinic, part of the Optum family of businesses. Work with one of the nation’s leading health care organizations and build your career at one of our 40+ locations throughout Houston. Be part of a team that is nationally recognized for delivering coordinated and accountable care. As a multi-specialty clinic, we offer care from more than 900 medical providers in 65 medical specialties. Take on a rewarding opportunity to help drive higher quality, higher patient satisfaction and lower total costs. Join us and discover the meaning behind Caring. Connecting. Growing together. Upon the order of a qualified physician, the Radiology Technologist will utilize equipment which produces ionizing radiation to obtain radiographs for diagnostic purposes according to policies, procedures, and protocols of the KSC Radiology Department and Kelsey Bydol Clinic. Equipment includes but is not limited to: fluoroscopic and/or digital radiographic and/or routine radiographic rooms used in combination with CR technology for image acquisition. Imaging services vary by location, therefore, rotation through the ambulatory surgery center to provide radiographic support via utilization of a radiographic C-arm or portable unit and the performance fluoroscopic exams may be required depending on assigned site. The Radiology Technologist will utilize the designated Radiology Information System (RIS) to complete clerical processes and the designated Patient Archiving System (PACS).

Requirements

High School diploma or equivalent
Graduate of an AMA approved school of Radiologic Technology
Eligible for ARRT (R) registry
Graduate Technologist designation as defined by the Texas Medical Board
Employee must attain ARRT(R) and MRT-General Certificate Status within one year of eligibility
ARRT (R)
MRT-General Certificate
BLS certification through American Heart Association
Demonstrated ability to use computer keyboard and grasp elements of digital image acquisition.
Proven excellent verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills.

Nice To Haves

Associate in Applied Science - Radiology Technology
1+ years of clinical Radiology Technologist experience
PACS and RIS experience
Bi-lingual or multi-lingual

Responsibilities

Performs diagnostic radiography to include fluoroscopic studies, if applicable, according to policies, procedures and protocols of the KSC radiology department.
Understands and applies technical principles affecting optimal production of radiographic images, as well as anatomical orientations and anomalies affecting proper positioning.
Understands age related communication needs of patients and is able to effectively convey instructions to patients to facilitate the performance of radiographic studies.
Maintains a repeat rate of < 5%.
Participates in Technical Quality Control measures which include performance of routine equipment maintenance and reporting malfunctions or variances in equipment performance to the Radiology Supervisor or his/her designee in the supervisor's absence.
Maintains necessary supplies and documentation of cleaning logs as applicable.
Uses RIS system correctly, according to Clinic and Department guidelines and properly documents, for the radiologist's review, atypical conditions which could affect image quality.
Understands PACS system and can identify problems with image transmission as they occur and notify Radiology Supervisor or Radiology Coordinator when corrective actions are beyond the scope of the technologist.
Conscious of radiation safety measures and demonstrates competence in the selection and use of shielding devices as is age appropriate for the patient or as requested when study content will not be compromised.
Utilizes sterile technique when necessary.
Participates in formal and in service training programs of Kelsey-Seybold Clinic, department specific in services, and any applicable site specific training.
Maintains current applicable licenses and/or certifications and complies with continuing education requirements necessary to maintain same.
May be assigned to other duties, technical or non technical if training, experience and credentials are deemed adequate by supervisor to perform those duties.
Interacts effectively with patients and coworkers, including staff assigned to other locations.
Communicates readily and well with Supervisor, Coordinator and Radiologists in giving and receiving feedback.
Must have the ability to understand and respond to questions by giving factual information.
Capable of dealing effectively with other clinic departments, physicians, and staff.
Uses the Mission and Values as a guideline for all communications, verbal, written, or electronic.