Radiographer

Texas Health Southwest seeks to hire a Radiographer to work Full TimeThe address is 6100 Harris Parkway Fort Worth, TX 76132Salary range is Min. $23.75/hr to Max. $35.96/hr – based on relevant experienceHours/Schedule:Full Time (40/hr/wk) working Monday-Friday 2:30P-11:00P with rotating call and holiday coverage requiredImaging 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 2

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

QualificationsEducationOther Graduate of an accredited school of radiologic technology RequiredOrAssociate's Degree PreferredExperience1 Year radiologic technologist experience PreferredStrongly prefer OR or ED experienceLicenses and CertificationsCMRT - Certified Medical Radiologic Technologist Either by the TDH or TMB Upon Hire RequiredAndARRT - American Registry of Radiologic Technologists with in 6 Months of hire RequiredAndBCLS - Basic Cardiac Life Support with in 30 Days RequiredEmployment 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.