Radiology Technologist - Full-time - Day Shift

ProCare - Fairfield Emergency Room•Cypress, TX

About The Position

The Radiology Technologist performs a variety of imaging procedures and is responsible for patient safety protocols, serving as the first point of contact with customers to meet their imaging needs. The role participates in continuous quality improvement activities. At free-standing emergency rooms, Radiology/CT Technologists are proficient in laboratory functions and frequently assist with laboratory testing. Competency is maintained according to criteria defined by the American Society of Radiologic Technologists (ASRT) and the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT). The position performs imaging work involving CT, X-ray, and related equipment, and also provides laboratory care and testing for patients of all age groups. Laboratory duties include manual and automated waived and moderate-complexity testing, work across several laboratory disciplines, instrument maintenance and troubleshooting, and appropriate specimen identification and processing.

Requirements

Graduate of an accredited Radiology Technologist program.
CT experience is required.
Current ARRT-CT certification and TMB Radiology Technologist license.
BLS-Provider certification.

Nice To Haves

2+ years of Radiologic/Imaging experience.
1+ years of previous Emergency Room experience.
1+ years of previous Laboratory experience.
Experience working in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

Perform complex tasks operating Computed Tomography, X-ray, and related equipment to produce images of specific body parts.
Use radiation-safety measures and protection devices to comply with government regulations and protect patients and staff.
Take thorough and accurate patient medical histories and notify the Radiologist as necessary.
Screen patients for CT contrast safety before procedures.
Explain procedures and observe patients to ensure their safety and comfort during exams.
Coordinate work with clerical personnel and other technologists.
Start IVs and administer contrast media as directed and according to protocol.
Monitor patients’ conditions and reactions and report abnormal signs to a physician.
Perform laboratory care for patients of all age groups using laboratory processes.
Maintain positive working relationships with staff and other departments to support quality outcomes within professional laboratory practice.
Perform waived and moderate-complexity manual and automated testing.
Independently perform a variety of laboratory procedures in Hematology, Chemistry, Urinalysis, Immunology, and Coagulation.
Maintain and troubleshoot laboratory instruments to support optimal performance.
Use appropriate patient identifiers when collecting or processing laboratory specimens.