Radiology Technologist - $24-34 per hour
Company: Baylor Scott & White Health
Location: Waco
Posted on: January 20, 2023
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Job Description:
Baylor Scott & White Health is seeking a Radiology Technologist
for a job in Waco, Texas.Job Description & Requirements
JOB SUMMARYThe Radiologic Technologist, under general supervision
of a Radiologist, performs radiology procedures on ambulatory and
hospital patients as requested by a physician or other licensed
provider for the diagnosis of disease and injury in accordance with
established protocols.ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS OF THE ROLEPerforms high
quality radiology procedures, according to exam protocol, in a
timely manner. Maintains production and quality of imaging
procedures by following established standards and
procedures.Utilizes AIDET when communicating with patients to:
identify patient service requirements, ensure correct exam is
performed on the correct patient, and establish rapport with
patients and others. Instructs and communicates with patients and
their family regarding the test to be performed and assesses
patient's ability to tolerate exam.Prepares patient and area for
procedure by positioning patient, adjusting immobilization devices,
moving equipment into specified position and adjusting equipment
controls to set exposure factors.Protects patients and employees by
adhering to safety requirements, infection-control, drug and
radiation policies, protocols and techniques. Uses proper sterile
techniques when setting up and performing invasive multimodality
procedures and maintains hand hygiene requirements.Maintains
equipment and work area to meet quality and cleanliness standards.
Works with engineers and physicists to ensure optimal operational
capabilities of equipment. Reports issues to management or
appropriate department. Assists in maintaining supplies
inventory.Ensures individuals are safe to enter the department by
screening them according to approved policies and
procedures.Obtains, verifies and maintains all relevant
documentation such as requisition/chart, patient history, pregnancy
status and shielding precautions taken, consent forms, policies and
procedures, etc.Maintains medical imaging records in appropriate
system and according to department policies and standards for
interpretation in a timely manner.KEY SUCCESS FACTORSAble to
perform high quality radiology procedures according to exam
protocol in a timely manner.Able to explain the procedure and put
patients at ease.Able to provide services in a timely, accurate,
and cost-efficient manner in compliance with established System and
regulatory standards, policies and procedures.Able to perform tasks
independently without need for routine oversight.Able to maintain a
calm and helpful attitude, even under times of stress, and take
appropriate and reasonable steps to resolve issues.Able to
effectively administer first aid and use emergency cart.Able to
ensure customer satisfaction by limiting wait times, providing
courteous service, remaining professional, reviewing patient
satisfaction scores and developing action plans when
required.Demonstrates and maintains current knowledge, continued
education and skills appropriate care for the following age groups
(specific to department): newborn, pediatric, young adult, adult
and geriatric.Able to serve as preceptor by providing quality
training to new team members and on new services and
initiatives.Able to take call, if required.BENEFITSOur competitive
benefits package includes the following- Immediate eligibility for
health and welfare benefits- 401(k) savings plan with
dollar-for-dollar match up to 5%- Tuition Reimbursement- PTO
accrual beginning Day 1 Note: Benefits may vary based upon position
type and/or levelQUALIFICATIONS- EDUCATION - Grad of an Accredited
Program- EXPERIENCE - Less than 1 Year of Experience-
CERTIFICATION/LICENSE/REGISTRATION - --------------ARRT-R
Radiography (ARRT-R)--------------Basic Life Support
(BLS)--------------Medical Radiologic Tech (MRT): Licensed by the
State of Texas Medical Board as a Medical Radiologic Technologist
(MRT).Recruiter: Triny RodriguezBaylor Scott and White Job ID
#22024576. Pay package is based on 8 hour shifts and 40 hours per
week (subject to confirmation). Posted job title: Radiologic
TechAbout Baylor Scott & White HealthBaylor Scott & White Health is
the largest not-for-profit health care system in the state of
Texas.Benefits
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