Radiology Technologist - Radiology Diagnostic

CHRISTUS Health•Sulphur Springs, TX

About The Position

The Radiology Technologist performs routine and advanced imaging procedures, supports other imaging technologists, and helps facilitate smooth, efficient patient flow. The role requires flexibility to work other shifts and at other campuses as needed. The technologist troubleshoots basic maintenance issues, participates in quality assurance, and resolves issues related to image processing and the image archiving system. The technologist is expected to participate in ongoing education and keep current with safety and technical advances within their scope of licensure, while maintaining imaging competencies outlined by management. Behavior and communication must align with the organization's mission, values, and culture. The position includes performing examinations and procedures within the applicable scope of licensure, certifications, and documented competencies; ensuring completed exams are correctly scanned and stored in PACS; following PACS downtime procedures as a PACS Superuser; and escalating issues to the PACS administrator or designee when needed. The technologist reports equipment malfunctions and follows up appropriately. The role also requires protecting patient confidentiality, adapting care to individual patient needs, complying with applicable policies and standards, and supporting a positive work environment and physician satisfaction.

Requirements

Graduate of an accredited school of Radiology Technology or an accepted and approved equivalent.
Basic computer experience.
Radiography (R) certification by ARRT.
State licensure required: Texas MRT by TMB; Louisiana LRT (R) or (F) by LSRTBE; or New Mexico RRT by MIRTP NMED.
BLS certification required.
If holding TMRT, obtain permanent MRT within the specified timeframe: Texas—one year; Louisiana—90 days; New Mexico—one year; Arkansas—180 days.

Nice To Haves

One year of hospital experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Meet expectations of the applicable OneCHRISTUS Competencies: Leader of Self, Leader of Others, or Leader of Leaders.
Demonstrate adherence to CHRISTUS Health Core Values and administrative and departmental policies, including expectations for behavior, dress, attitude, attendance, confidentiality, professionalism, and reliability.
Collaborate with management, coworkers, and physicians to promote staff growth, development, employee engagement, and an optimal work environment.
Provide meaningful assistance to radiologists and referring physicians to promote physician satisfaction.
Protect patient confidentiality and disclose confidential information only when necessary to perform assigned duties.
Adapt patient assessment, treatment, and care methods to accommodate each patient's physical, psychosocial, cultural, spiritual, age-specific, and other developmental needs.
Comply with policies, procedures, and standards of care established by applicable state and federal agencies, the hospital, and other regulatory entities.
Perform examinations and procedures as needed to support patient throughput within the applicable scope of licensure, certifications, and documented competencies.
Work other shifts and at other campuses as needed or required.
Ensure completed exams are scanned and stored correctly in PACS.
Follow PACS downtime procedures as a PACS Superuser and escalate problems or issues to the PACS administrator or designee when needed.
Troubleshoot and report equipment malfunctions to the Director/Manager and/or Biomedical personnel, and complete appropriate follow-up.
Perform other duties as assigned.