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Houston Methodist · 3 months ago

Radiologic Technologist II- PRN Days

US-TX-Sugar Land

Full-time, Part-time

Onsite

Mid Level

3+ years exp

Houston Methodist is a healthcare provider dedicated to delivering compassionate care and advanced technology. The Radiologic Technologist II position is responsible for performing a variety of diagnostic radiology procedures, mentoring junior staff, and ensuring patient safety and quality care during imaging procedures.

Health CareMedical

Growth Opportunities

H1B Sponsor Likely

Responsibilities

Performs diagnostic radiology procedures to include a variety of X-Ray exams, including OR and Fluoroscopy procedures

Proactively assesses, identifies and responds to the needs of the patient for adjustment or intervention to optimize patient care, image quality and patient experience. This includes: positioning, physiology, procedure preparation, and technical factors. Modifies technical factors to achieve desired imaging results and recognizes complications and limitations associated with certain procedures

Provides direct assistance to physicians during diagnostic procedures, including assisting with sterile technique

Provides accurate explanations and instructions to patients and family members at an appropriate level utilizing verbal and non-verbal skills, terminology and language

Follows safety standards and conducts all imaging procedures accordingly. Uses ALARA (as low as reasonably achievable) to protect patients, staff and general public, and follows radiation safety standards. Maintains proper sterile techniques for procedures, regularly practices aseptic techniques, and ensures compliance with radiation safety and infection control procedures. Complies with job role, department and hospital safety standards, practices and policies

Identifies opportunities for corrective action and process improvement providing recommendations, and contributes to meeting department and hospital targets for quality and safety. Reports 'near misses' and inputs errors promptly into appropriate hospital patient safety reporting system to improve processes and identify trends. Utilizes critical thinking skills to observe and proactively address patient reactions (i.e. contrast media and medications) or potential outcomes, as appropriate

Ensures all imaging equipment has had quality control (QC) performed as required and is in safe working order prior to use. Reports any malfunctions to management and regularly practices preventative maintenance procedures; calls for service if needed

Assists with implementation and education of department based safety initiatives and standards of practice

Provides accurate and complete documentation of patient procedures. Enters charges at the time service is delivered

Uses resources efficiently; does not waste supplies. Self-motivated to independently manage time effectively and prioritize daily tasks

Actively participates in special projects, department initiatives or shared governance activities and seeks opportunities to expand learning with a focus on continual development. Completes and updates the individual development plan (IDP) on an on-going basis

Fosters a positive and constructive teaching environment by engaging students and co-workers (Radiologic Technologist I) in learning opportunities that are valuable and in alignment with business objectives

Qualification

Radiologic TechnologistX-ray proceduresFluoroscopy proceduresARRT certificationCMRT certificationBLS certificationPatient careComputer knowledgeCommunication skillsTeamworkCritical thinking

Required

Graduate of education program approved by the credentialing body for the required credential(s) indicated below in the Certifications, Licenses and Registrations section

Three years' experience as a Radiologic Technologist

ARRT-R - Radiologic Technologist - Radiographer (ARRT)

CMRT - Certified Medical Radiologic Technologist - State Licensure

BLS - Basic Life Support or Instructor (AHA)

Demonstrates the skills and competencies necessary to safely perform the assigned job, determined through on-going skills, competency assessments, and performance evaluations

Sufficient proficiency in speaking, reading, and writing the English language necessary to perform the essential functions of this job, especially with regard to activities impacting patient or employee safety or security

Ability to effectively communicate with patients, physicians, family members and co-workers in a manner consistent with a customer service focus and application of positive language principles

Ability to work independently; capable of handling challenging / difficult diagnostic procedures and patient care situations. Demonstrates sound judgment and executes above average clinical skills

Possesses basic computer knowledge; operates multiple computer systems to include, Hospital / Radiology Information Systems and Office software to maintain patient and exam documents

Exhibits strong interpersonal and team player skills with all levels of the healthcare team and assures delivery of excellent customer service to all patients, visitors, physicians and co-workers

Adapts to multiple ongoing priorities with minimal supervision including, organizing work flow and actively participating in problem-solving

Company

Houston Methodist

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Houston Methodist is one of the nation’s leading health systems and academic medical centers.

Founded in 1919

Houston, Texas, USA

10001+ employees

http://www.houstonmethodist.org/

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