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RadiographerAre you looking for a rewarding career with a top-notch healthcare company? We are looking for a qualified Radiographer PRN like you to join our Texas Health FamilyWork location: Texas Health Rockwall – 3150 Horizon Road, Rockwall TX 75032Work hours: PRN as neededRadiology Department Highlights:
Great Work life Balance with creative work schedules
Very Family Friendly atmosphere and work environment in the Imaging Department
New State of the Art Imaging Equipment installed in 2022
Great group of Radiologists to work with
Here’s What You NeedEducationGraduate of an accredited school of Radiologic Technology upon hire REQUIRED orAssociate's Degree preferredExperience1 Year radiologic technologist experience preferredLicenses and CertificationsCMRT - Certified Medical Radiologic Technologist Either by the TDH or TMB Upon Hire REQUIRED andARRT - American Registry of Radiologic Technologists 6 Months REQUIRED andBCLS - Basic Cardiac Life Support prior to providing independent patient care and maintained quarterly REQUIREDSkillsCommunication, computer, venipunctureWhat You Will DoImaging Procedures, Quality and Processing
Explains 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 Care
Uses multidisciplinary, team oriented actions
Assesses and recognizes the patient’s emotional, physical, developmental, cognitive and psychosocial conditions
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 Maintenance
Adjusts 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, table tops, 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 work flow
Professional Accountability and Partnership
Maintains 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
Additional perks of being a Texas Heath Radiographer (PRN)
Opportunity to contribute to your own 401K
A supportive, team environment with outstanding opportunities for growth.
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Do you still have questions or concerns? Feel free to email your questions to recruitment@texashealth.org .#LI-JT1Employment 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.
Full-time