Job Information
Texas Health Resources Limited Medical Radiologic Technologist in Fort Worth, Texas
Limited Medical Radiologic Technologist PRN
Our fast-paced Radiology Diagnostic department is looking for a PRN Limited Medical Radiologic Technologist. Is that you?
Work location: Texas Health Hospital Fort Worth: Texas Health Fort Worth 1301 Pennsylvania Ave TX 76104
Work environment : Radiology Diagnostic
Work hours: PRN Variable Shifts
Radiology Diagnostic Department highlights:
Fast-Paced, high volume department averaging 400 patients/day
Most shifts are 3, 12’s or 4, 10’s to allow for a better work/life balance
Incredibly talented team here to support your professional growth
Engaged leadership team who demonstrate open communication and promote staff involvement in decisions/process changes
Qualifications
Here’s What You Need
Other Completion of an AART-approved Limited Radiologic Technology or Radiologic Technology education program required
Associate degree Radiologic preferred
1 year office experience preferred
Technologist that has worked in a hospital setting preferred or is a MRT Radiology student
CMRT - Certified Medical Radiologic Technologist Either by the TDH or TMB upon hire required or
LMRT - Limited Medical Radiologic Technologist Either by the TDH or TMB upon hire required or
ARRT - American Registry of Radiologic Technologists eligible upon hire required and
BCLS - Basic Cardiac Life Support prior to providing independent patient care and maintained quarterly required
What You Will Do
Imaging 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 8. 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 our Radiology Department
Flexible staff scheduled
Delivery of high-quality patient care through staff development
State of the Art imaging equipment
Supportive team environment that is inclusive and diverse
Great opportunity to develop and expand your technical skills in a variety of environments such as: OR, ER, Trauma, outpatient.
Additional perks of being a Texas Health employee
Benefits include 401k, PTO, medical, dental, Paid Parental Leave, flex spending, tuition reimbursement, Student Loan Repayment Program as well as several other benefits.
Delivery of high quality of patient care through nursing education, nursing research and innovations in nursing practice.
Strong Unit Based Council (UBC).
A supportive, team environment with outstanding opportunities for growth.
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