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Altus Community Healthcare · 5 months ago

CT/Radiology Technologist - South Austin Region

Austin, TX

Full-time

Onsite

Entry, Mid Level

2+ years exp

Altus Community Healthcare is seeking a CT/Radiology Technologist to join their team at the Austin Emergency Center in the South Austin Region. The role involves operating radiographic equipment to produce diagnostic images, ensuring patient safety, and performing additional patient care duties.

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Responsibilities

Operate radiographic equipment to produce radiographs of body for diagnostic purposes, as directed by the Physician in accordance with the Radiologist accepted protocol

Proficient in the positioning of the patient and examining table to obtain optimum views of specified area of body requested by physician

Practice radiation safety techniques with the ALARA principle in mind, using beam restrictive devices, patient shielding skills, and knowledge of applicable exposure factors, to maximize radiation protection to patient and staff

Operate CAT SCAN equipment to produce Computed Tomography (CT scans) of the body for diagnostic purposes, as directed by the Physician in accordance with the Radiologist protocol

Administer and consent for contrast both IV and oral, while being aware of all possible reactions and side effects

Fill out appropriate paperwork and ensure proper documentation in patients’ chart

Ensure patient safety and satisfaction, while acquiring an acceptable exam of diagnostic quality

Responsible for additional patient care duties including starting IVs, drawing blood, operating lab testing equipment and running patient samples, changing of beds, cleaning of rooms, and stocking linens

Qualification

Radiologic TechnologyCT ImagingPatient SafetyCurrent State LicensureBCLS CertificationBasic Computer SkillsIV AdministrationCommunication Skills

Required

Graduate of an accredited approved school of Radiologic Technology

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

Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos

Ability to write simple correspondence

Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to customers, clients, and other employees of the organization

Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals

Ability to compute rate, ratio, and percent and to draw and interpret bar graphs

Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form

Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situation

Basic computer skills

Current State Licensure (Required)

Current BCLS Certification (Required)

Preferred

Registered with the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists

Benefits

Competitive Pay & Shift Differentials

Sign-On & Retention Bonuses

Flexible Scheduling Options

Comprehensive Benefits & 401(k) Matching

Supportive & Collaborative Work Culture

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