XRay Tech
About The Position
Your future role at a glance Location: Austin, Texas Facility: Ascension Medical Group - Cedar Bend Professional Center Department/Speciality: Orthopedics Schedule: Days l Full-time | Monday - Friday, 8am - 5pm Life at Ascension: Where purpose meets opportunity Ascension is a leading nonprofit Catholic health system with a culture and associate experience grounded in service, growth, care and connection. We empower our 99,000+ associates to bring their skills and expertise every day to reimagining healthcare, together. Recognized as one of the Best 150+ Places to Work in Healthcare and a Military-Friendly Gold Employer, you’ll find an inclusive and supportive environment where your contributions truly matter. How you’ll make an impact in this role Perform high-quality diagnostic imaging as a Radiologic Technologist to provide physicians with accurate data for clinical diagnosis and patient care. Prepare and position patients for imaging procedures while selecting optimal exposure factors to ensure high-quality clinical documentation and safety. Administer contrast media and medications according to state regulations and established protocols for a licensed Radiologic Technologist within the facility. Monitor patient safety and vital signs during procedures, reporting any abnormal activity to the interdisciplinary team to improve patient outcomes. Implement strict radiation safety procedures and guidelines to protect patients from unnecessary exposure while maintaining high standards of clinical quality.
Requirements
- BLS Provider obtained within 1 Month (30 days) of hire date or job transfer date required. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.
- Radiologic Technologist specializing in Radiography credentialed from the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date required.
- Radiologic Technologist specializing in General Practice credentialed from the Texas Medical Radiologic Technologist Certification Program obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date required.
- High School diploma equivalency with 2 years of cumulative experience OR Associate's degree/Technical degree OR 4 years of applicable cumulative job specific experience required.
Responsibilities
- Perform high-quality diagnostic imaging as a Radiologic Technologist to provide physicians with accurate data for clinical diagnosis and patient care.
- Prepare and position patients for imaging procedures while selecting optimal exposure factors to ensure high-quality clinical documentation and safety.
- Administer contrast media and medications according to state regulations and established protocols for a licensed Radiologic Technologist within the facility.
- Monitor patient safety and vital signs during procedures, reporting any abnormal activity to the interdisciplinary team to improve patient outcomes.
- Implement strict radiation safety procedures and guidelines to protect patients from unnecessary exposure while maintaining high standards of clinical quality.
Benefits
- Comprehensive health coverage: medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage and HSA/FSA options
- Financial security & retirement: employer-matched 403(b), planning and hardship resources, disability and life insurance
- Time to recharge: pro-rated paid time off (PTO) and holidays
- Career growth: Ascension-paid tuition (Vocare), reimbursement, ongoing professional development and online learning
- Emotional well-being: Employee Assistance Program, counseling and peer support, spiritual care and stress management resources
- Family support: parental leave, adoption assistance and family benefits
- Other benefits: optional legal and pet insurance, transportation savings and more
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
Number of Employees
5,001-10,000 employees
