Radiology Technologist - Radiology Diagnostic

CHRISTUS Health•Alamogordo, NM

About The Position

The Radiology Technologist performs a variety of routine and advanced imaging procedures, supports other imaging technologists as needed, and helps facilitate smooth and efficient patient flow. The technologist may work other shifts or at other campuses as needed. The role includes troubleshooting basic maintenance issues and resolving problems related to image processing and the image archiving system, participating in quality assurance, and keeping current with education, safety practices, and technical advances within the scope of licensure. The technologist maintains imaging competencies established by management and demonstrates behavior and communication consistent with the organization's mission, values, and culture. The position requires adherence to CHRISTUS Health core values, applicable OneCHRISTUS competencies, and administrative and departmental policies. The technologist collaborates with management, coworkers, and physicians to support staff development, employee engagement, and an effective work environment, and provides assistance to radiologists and referring physicians. Patient care must be adapted to individual physical, psychosocial, cultural, spiritual, age-specific, and developmental needs. The technologist protects patient confidentiality and complies with applicable policies, standards of care, and regulatory requirements. The technologist performs examinations and procedures within the scope of applicable licensure, certifications, and documented competencies. Completed exams must be scanned and stored correctly in PACS. The technologist follows PACS downtime procedures as a PACS Superuser, escalates issues to the PACS administrator or designee when needed, and reports equipment malfunctions to the Director/Manager and/or Biomedical personnel with appropriate follow-up. Other duties may be assigned.

Requirements

Graduate of an accredited school of Radiology Technology or another 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

Perform routine and advanced imaging examinations and procedures within the scope of licensure, certifications, and documented competencies.
Support other imaging technologists and help maintain efficient patient flow.
Work other shifts or at other campuses as needed or required.
Participate in quality assurance and keep current with education, safety practices, and technical advances.
Maintain imaging competencies as outlined by management.
Adhere to CHRISTUS Health core values, OneCHRISTUS competencies, and administrative and departmental policies.
Collaborate with management, coworkers, and physicians to support staff growth, development, and employee engagement.
Provide meaningful assistance to radiologists and referring physicians.
Protect patient confidentiality and adapt patient assessment, treatment, or care methods to individual patient needs.
Comply with applicable policies, procedures, standards of care, and regulatory requirements.
Ensure completed exams are scanned and stored correctly in PACS.
Follow PACS downtime procedures as a PACS Superuser and escalate issues to the PACS administrator or designee as needed.
Troubleshoot and report equipment malfunctions to the Director/Manager and/or Biomedical personnel and complete appropriate follow-up.
Perform other duties as assigned.