RADIOLOGY TECH

SIGNATURECARE EMERGENCY CENTER MASTER•Garland, NC

7d•$36 - $50•Onsite

About The Position

The Radiology Technologist (RT) performs x-ray and CT scans ordered by the Emergency Room Physician and assists RNs and Physicians with delegated tasks within the RT’s scope of practice. The role supports quality, cost effectiveness, and guest relations, while advocating for patients and educating patients and family members about radiological studies performed during their emergency room visit. The position is based at SignatureCare Emergency Center Garland in Garland, Texas, and is part-time. Work takes place in a fast-paced emergency room. The employee must be able to lift and/or move using proper body mechanics and ask for assistance when needed. The role frequently involves standing, walking, and sitting, and occasionally stooping, kneeling, crouching, or crawling. Employees must submit to random drug screenings.

Requirements

Successful completion of a two-year program in Radiology studies.
Maintain current compliance with continuing medical education.
Obtain CT certification within six months of employment; certification is not required upon initial hire.
At least two years of experience.
Problem-solving ability and initiative to intervene immediately when needed for patient safety.
Ability to lift and/or move using proper body mechanics and to ask for assistance if required.
Must submit to random drug screenings.

Nice To Haves

Experience in a hospital or acute-care setting is preferred.
Current BLS, ACLS, and PALS are preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

Perform x-ray and CT scans ordered by the Emergency Room Physician.
Assist RNs and Physicians with delegated tasks within the RT’s scope of practice.
Advocate for patients and educate patients and family members about radiological studies performed during their emergency room visit.
Provide excellent customer service and treat every staff member with courtesy and respect.
Accurately document findings.
Complete pregnancy-verification documentation for females of childbearing age and documentation regarding diabetic patients and contrast iodine.
Perform laboratory point-of-care testing and all CLIA-waived testing approved by the Laboratory Director.
Accurately document laboratory testing, critical values, and communications.
Initiate intravenous access with a physician’s order and obtain specimens for laboratory testing.
Maintain accurate patient logs for CT, x-ray, and ultrasound.
Perform daily laboratory and equipment checks for quality assurance.
Keep the facility in clean working order in accordance with OSHA and report equipment failures or deficiencies to the Nurse Manager.
Review company emails throughout every shift as the primary means of communication.
Accurately document incidents and report them to the Nurse Manager and Physician on duty.
Use biohazard containers correctly and empty sharps containers safely and promptly.
Use proper body mechanics when lifting or moving and ask for assistance when required.