RADIOGRAPHER PRN (RAD Tech )

Radiographer PRN – Great Benefits(Sign on Bonus $8k for Eligible New Hires)Are you looking for a rewarding career with family-friendly hours and top-notch benefits? We’re looking for a qualified Radiographer PRN like you to join our Texas Health family.Position HighlightsWork location: Texas Health Dallas

Work hours: as needed) Rotating shifts and schedules with call and holiday rotation required ( must report with in 30 minutes for call)

Salary range: $25.44 - $40.40 per hour (based on relevant experience)

$8k sign on bonus for eligible new hires

At Texas Health Dallas we take seriously our mission to improve the health of those in our community. We are a 898-bed, Magnet-designated hospital and recognized clinical program leader, having provided compassionate care to the residents of Dallas and surrounding communities since 1966. A full-service regional referral center, Texas Health Dallas has approximately 3,500 employees and 1,100 physicians on its medical staff, and offers a full range of services, including cancer care, cardiology, neurosciences, orthopedics, senior care, women's services and a renowned Level III neonatal intensive care unit. Texas Health Dallas has been recognized as a U.S. News and World Report Best Hospital in multiple specialties and is an accredited Cycle IV Chest Pain Center by the Society of Chest Pain Centers. The hospital is also a Bariatric Surgery Center of Excellence, a certified Emergency Stroke Care center and was named “Best Place to Have a Baby” in Dallas County in 2012.We invite you to join us in furthering your career and our accomplishments and philosophy of excellence.QualificationsOther Graduate of an accredited school of radiologic technology Required

Associate's Degree Preferred

Other - CLIAFE Must comply with CLIA regulations regarding foreign education equivalency Required

1 Year radiologic technologist experience Preferred

CMRT - Certified Medical Radiologic Technologist Either by the TDH or TMB Upon Hire Required

ARRT - American Registry of Radiologic Technologists within 6 Months of hire Required

BCLS - Basic Cardiac Life Support prior to providing independent patient care and maintained quarterly within 90 Days of hire Required

Position Responsibilities Texas Health Dallas Radiographers will assess and recognize the patient's emotional, physical, developmental, cognitive, and psychosocial conditionsIn addition to the required qualifications, a successful Radiographer will:Imaging Procedures, Quality and ProcessingExplains procedures to patient or guardian / family member if applicable prior to exam

Positions patient to correct anatomical area of interest

Performs complex procedures including age related criteria and developmental considerations

Adjusts technique parameters appropriately for age related factors

Assists radiologist with complex and invasive procedures using aseptic technique

Maintains attention to details

Processes and manipulates images, analyzes image quality, troubleshoots, makes technique adjustments, or repeat procedures as needed

Utilizes proper downtime procedures for PACS and HIS / RIS

Correctly sends and transfers images to PACS

Prints laser images from modality or PACS

Coordinates with Centralized Scheduling and other modalities

Patient CareUses multidisciplinary, team oriented actions

Prepares room for examination (i.e. suction, oxygen, supplies) Checks physician orders and exam requisitions using time-out procedures

Greets and acknowledges patient, using two forms of ID

Obtains patient history

Handles patients with IVs, oxygen, chest tubes or other devices, and monitor patient during imaging

Demonstrates knowledge of emergency drugs and equipment

Uses proper body mechanics when assisting patient

Administers contrast media and other medications in accordance with medication administration guidelines

Processes patient information, displays proper phone etiquette and transports patients as needed

Communicates respectfully with co-workers and other departments

Equipment Operation and MaintenanceAdjusts technical factors

Operates, cares for, and maintains equipment

Applies knowledge of physics and accessories

Troubleshoots and properly documents equipment malfunction Maintains equipment and room to sanitary standards between patients (injectors, tabletops, floors)

Stocks supplies daily

Exchanges and maintenance of film badges within designated time frames Demonstrates the knowledge and understanding of quality control and regulatory standards

Productive during periods of decreased workflow

Professional Accountability and PartnershipMaintains and enhances technical skills and technology advancement

Attends departmental continuing education, meetings, and checks email in a timely manner Identifies, troubleshoots, and initiates quality improvement

Manages time and re-prioritizes as necessary

Performs any assignment deemed necessary by supervisor

Employment opportunities are only reflective of wholly owned Texas Health Resources entities.We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employees or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class.