Radiographer PRN
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Texas Health Dallas seeks to hire a Radiographer to work PRNThe address is 201 Walls Drive Cleburne TX 76031Salary range is Min. $23.19/hr to Max. $35.49/hr – based on relevant experienceHours/SchedulePRN (as needed) working rotating shifts and schedulesImaging 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
QualificationsEducationOther Graduate of an accredited school of radiologic technology RequiredOrAssociate's Degree PreferredExperience1 Year radiologic technologist experience PreferredLicenses 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 of hire RequiredAt Texas Health Resources, our mission is “to improve the health of the people in the communities we serve”.We are one of the largest faith-based, nonprofit health systems in the United States with a team of more than 23,000 employees of wholly owned/operated facilities plus 2,200 employees of consolidated joint ventures in the greater Dallas Fort Worth area. Our career growth and professional development opportunities are top-notch and our benefits are equally outstanding.Check out just a few of our recent accomplishments: 2017 FORTUNE Magazine’s “100 Best Companies to Work For®” (3rd year in a row) Largest Blue Zones® Project Approved™ Worksite in the world (2016) Named #1 in the “20 Best Workplaces in Health Care” by Great Place to Work® for 2015, 2016 and 2017 2015 and 2016 Platinum-level recognition from the American Heart Association (AHA) for being a “Fit-Friendly Worksite” 2016 and 2017 Becker's Healthcare "150 Great Places to Work in Healthcare"Join our award-winning Texas Health family and become a part of a team that is improving the health of our communities daily. You belong here.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.
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