(PRN) Radiology Technologist - Hospital

Location

Humble, TX | United States

Job description

Towsen Memorial is looking to hire a (PRN) Radiology Technologist to join our team! This candidate will be responsible for accurately positioning patients and ensuring that a quality diagnostic image is produced.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Set up and operate radiographic equipment used in the medical diagnosis and/or treatment of patients
• Select proper ionizing factors for radiologic diagnosis
• Positions patient and set up and adjust equipment to obtain the best quality x-ray of the specific body area requested by the physician
• Takes preventative steps to minimize radiation exposure to the patient and fellow staff
• Adjusts and sets radiographic controls, such as kilovoltage and milliamperage, to prescribed specifications for proper timing of exposure
• Regulates the length and intensity of film exposure
• Positions and ensures safety of patient position; and takes X-rays of patients' chest, limbs, or other body parts as requested by the physicians
• Implements infection control procedures for the work area
• Maintains sterile field and implements best practices while in the operating room
• Checks X-ray for clarity of image, and retakes X-rays when needed
• Distributes films to appropriate medical staff and transfer images to electronic medical records (EMR)
• Maintains quantity and quality control checks to assure X-ray unit meets standards required by laws, rules, and facility policy
• Performs radiographic procedures for patients in surgery
• Cleans, maintains, and makes minor adjustments to radiographic equipment, including determining repairs needed o equipment
• Protects patient and other personnel from radiation hazards
• Maintains radiographic supplies, film, and equipment
• Assures that all materials and other required equipment, are present and in working order
• Follows all safety rules on the job. Reports all accidents promptly and corrects minor safety hazards. Communicates with peers and management regarding any hazards identified in the work place
• Protects patient and family privacy rights and maintains confidentiality of patient records in accordance to policy and procedure and HIPPA requirements
• Adheres to the company standards of business conduct
• Performs other duties as assigned as per discretion of physician and manager

REQUIREMENTS:

• Associate's degree in radiological technology
• A.R.R.T certification
• Two years of radiology experience in a healthcare facility (with one year in the operating room)
• Bachelor's degree in radiological technology (Preferred)

About Townsen Memorial

Townsen Memorial Hospital is a CIHQ-accredited surgical hospital that also has multiple outpatient departments in the Houston metropolitan area. Our services include inpatient and outpatient surgeries, 24/7 emergency care, diagnostic imaging, and more. With its state-of-the-art equipment at all facilities and six operating rooms at the hospital, the Townsen Memorial Hospital Group invest in patient-care. We have a busy and growing practice seeking driven employees to join our team. Please visit our website for additional information: townsenmemorialhospital.com

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