radiology technologist

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RADIOLOGY TECHNOLOGIST
JOB SUMMARY
Assists Physician and in charge Registered Nurse with basic patient care based on
individual patient needs within the scope of practice under direct supervision of the Nurse
Director. Additionally operates radiologic equipment to produce radiographs (x-rays) and
CT scans of body for diagnostic purposes.
RESPONSIBILITIES
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Provides supportive care to the patients under the direction of the registered
nurse in charge and/or physician.
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Performs patient skill sets such as taking height and weight measurements, vital
signs, IV initiations, blood draws, documenting as needed to assist the nurse and
physician with patient care.
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Upon physicians orders performs diagnostic testing using x-ray and/or computer
tomography (CT scan) equipment in accordance with protocol.
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Produces a quality image and uploads such images for radiology
reads/interpretations.
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Applies proper techniques and practices while performing diagnostic testing
using radiology equipment and lab procedures.
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Reports lab and radiology results immediately to registered nurse and/or
physician.
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Assists registered nurse and physicians with assessments, examinations and
treatment.
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Performs other duties such as crutch walking, dressing changes and assisting
physician with splint or cast application.
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Assists with moving, ambulating and lifting patients as needed.
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Communicates in an effective and efficient manner with all documentation, and
with all coworkers, patients, visitors and physicians.
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Assists with the cleaning of the facility and radiology department to ensure a safe
and sanitary work environment as well as maintains and prepares rooms
between patients and procedures.
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May assist in various office duties such as front office registration activities, filing
shredding, scanning, data entry as needed or required by administrations.
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Monitors stock and restocks supplies as needed.
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Maintains policies and procedures established by regulatory standards.
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Participates in performance improvement activities.
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Demonstrates ability to work effectively as a multidisciplinary team member;
supports and assists team members in all activities.
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Enhances professional growth and development through participation in
educational programs, current literature, inservice meetings and workshops;
shows responsibility for ongoing education.
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Performs other related duties as assigned or requested by Nurse Director.
REQUIREMENTS
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High School graduate or GED equivalent with diploma/certification from
accredited school of Radiology Technologist.
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At least one (1) year experience as Radiology Technologist at physician’s office,
hospital or emergency room setting.
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ARRT Certification required.
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CPR/BLS Certification required.
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Current license from the Texas Department of State Health Service for
Radiology Technologist required.
Physicians Premier is a full service, state-licensed, and 24/7 emergency room that is not
directly connected to a hospital. It offers essentially the same services and functions, but
with dramatically reduced wait times and a much more comfortable setting than traditional
emergency rooms.
Physicians Premier was founded as a freestanding emergency room where patients could
receive immediate care that was both high-quality and convenient. Time is crucial when it
comes to critical health issues. Physicians Premier makes every minute count.
We offer attractive benefits including, medical, dental, vision, life, LTD, STD, paid time off
after 90 days, and IRA Plan.
Due to the anticipated volume of responses, we will contact only those candidates who
most closely match our requirements.
Please send resume and salary requirement to: jbates@mdpremier.com
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