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Altus Community Healthcare · 5 months ago

CT/Radiology Technologist * Full-time& PRN 4,000 Sign-on Bonus up to 5,000 in Relocation

Houston, TX

Full-time

Onsite

Entry, Mid Level

2+ years exp

Altus Community Healthcare is seeking a CT/Radiology Technologist who will operate radiographic equipment to produce diagnostic images as directed by physicians. The role involves ensuring patient safety and satisfaction while performing various patient care duties, including operating CAT SCAN equipment and maintaining compliance with safety regulations.

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Responsibilities

Maintains awareness of all departmental and operational policies of Altus Community Healthcare (ACH)

Assists in the maintenance of all equipment in the department, including cleaning and QA procedures

Explains to Patients the benefits and risks of Procedures and Exams

Prepares Patient as necessary for examination, i.e.: contrast, proper IV placements, checking labs

Facilitates departmental operations through completion of all appropriate Contrast, Extravasations, Pregnancy, and other forms related to preformed exam

Maintains safety precautions to minimize radiation exposure to patients, other personnel, and self

Maintains current knowledge of Diagnostic Radiology /CT procedures performed in the Radiology Department

Possesses basic knowledge of anatomy and physiology required to apply principles of radiology and methods of exposure to obtain Diagnostic quality images

Possesses basic knowledge of radiology/CT equipment functioning to provide for minor repair and troubleshooting for problems

Proficient in the use of all radiological/lab equipment within the facility

Utilizes appropriate body mechanics in moving/lifting patients and equipment to prevent injury to patients and to self

Applies principles of radiology safety in the performance of position responsibilities

Maintains awareness of own limitations and seeks guidance from appropriate personnel when needed

Ensures that problems/concerns regarding activities in the department are communicated with appropriate personnel

Provides safe transportation of patients to and from the patient care unit

Performs moderate and waived testing per Clinical Laboratory's and according to patient care unit's policies and procedures

Able to interpret the results of moderate and waived tests and take appropriate action on waived test results

Maintain and use all instruments in the Clinical Laboratory safely and correctly

Responsible for ensuring compliance with state and federal Clinical Laboratory rules and regulations

Perform quality control procedures and maintain records on these checks

Perform calibrations in compliance with manufacturer’s requirements

Documentation of temperatures/humidity checks and the associated troubleshooting

Monitors appropriate send out lab procedures

Maintain inventory of necessary supplies and submit orders for restocking as needed

Demonstrate the values to team concept on a consistent basis

Interact professionally with all department members, physicians, staff, administration and the Director of Clinical Laboratory

Responsible for documenting correct information for compliance purposes

Perform other duties as assigned

Demonstrate knowledge of and adhere to regulations, policies and procedures pertaining to safety, emergency preparedness, infection control, OSHA, fire safety and hazardous materials

Participate in performance improvement activities as necessary

Maintain confidentiality of patient related issues

Demonstrate effective interpersonal skills

Treat all patients, visitors, and staff members fairly and with respect

Utilize effective communication methods and skills

Explain all procedures, treatments, and care while remaining aware of language barriers

Able to perform care in non-judgmental manner and recognize discrepancies between patient and personal beliefs

Ensure personal appearance is clean and neat

Responsible for wearing identification at all times

Attending all required meetings and in-service education

Remain flexible in staffing patterns and resolution of staffing conflicts; participates in temporary assignments

Compliance with attendance standards

Demonstrate flexibility when changes in assignments are necessary

Qualification

Radiologic TechnologyCT ScanningCurrent State LicensureBCLS CertificationPatient CareBasic Computer SkillsCustomer ServiceInterpersonal CommunicationProblem SolvingAttention to DetailTeamwork

Required

Graduate of an accredited approved school of Radiologic Technology

At least 2 years of radiologic/imaging experience and CT experience

Current State Licensure (Required)

Current BCLS Certification (Required)

Preferred

Registered with the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (Preferred)

Benefits

4,000 Sign-on Bonus

Up to 5,000 in Relocation

Company

Altus Community Healthcare

Located in Houston, Texas, Altus Community Healthcare's mission is to serve our neighborhood and surrounding areas with the highest standards of medical care and compassion.

Founded in 2003

Houston, Texas, USA

1001-5000 employees