XRay Tech

Ascension•Kyle, TX

8d•Onsite

About The Position

The Radiologic Technologist delivers high-quality diagnostic imaging to help physicians diagnose patients and solve medical problems. The role involves accurately positioning patients, selecting appropriate exposure factors, and following radiation safety protocols to produce optimal images. The technologist administers contrast media and medications within the scope of practice and in accordance with state and federal regulations. The role also coordinates with the interdisciplinary team to support patient safety, documents clinical history in the Electronic Health Records (EHR) system, performs routine equipment quality control, and submits digital images to PACS.

Requirements

BLS Provider credential obtained within 30 days of hire or job transfer; American Heart Association or American Red Cross credentials are accepted.
Texas Medical Radiologic Technologist Certification Program credential in General Practice obtained before hire or job transfer.
American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) credential in Radiography obtained before hire or job transfer.
High school diploma equivalency with 2 years of cumulative experience, or an associate's/technical degree, or 4 years of applicable cumulative job-specific experience.

Responsibilities

Deliver diagnostic imaging to assist physicians in patient diagnosis and medical problem-solving.
Position patients accurately and select exposure factors to ensure optimal image quality.
Maintain radiation safety protocols.
Administer contrast media and medications within the Radiologic Technologist scope of practice and follow state and federal healthcare regulations.
Coordinate with the interdisciplinary team to monitor patient safety.
Document clinical history in the Electronic Health Records (EHR) system.
Perform regular equipment quality control.
Submit digital images to PACS promptly.