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Urology San Antonio · 3 months ago

Registered Technologist in Radiography FT

San Antonio, TX

Full-time

Onsite

Entry, Mid Level

2+ years exp

Urology San Antonio is a healthcare provider specializing in urology services, and they are seeking a Registered Technologist in Radiography. This role is primarily responsible for performing various radiologic procedures and obtaining diagnostic images for medical assessments across a diverse patient population.

Health CareHealth Diagnostics

Responsibilities

Coordinates all pertinent activities pertaining to radiologic and radiation safety procedures while under limited supervision

Plans and operates, executes, and documents all diagnostic radiology activity

Offers technical communication, organization skills, and problem-solving support to staff technologists and staff physicians

Prepares the patient for the requested radiologic procedure by explaining the procedure, removing jewelry through which x-rays cannot pass, and positioning the patient so that the part of the body of interest can be appropriately radiographed

Prevents unnecessary radiation exposure to patients, other employees, and to self

Practices and uses the ALARA principles of radiation protection which include time, distance, and shielding when radiation is generated

Maintains certification, licensure, and continuing education requirements set forth by governing professional agencies

Assumes responsibility for the operation of their assigned area, including processing requisitions, staff interactions, patient flow, and assuring accurate procedure documentation and charges

Maintains a clean and safe work environment

Establishes and maintains a par level of necessary supplies

Must be proficient in the operation of any or all of the following typical radiologic equipment, including radiology/fluoroscopy machines, portable C-Arms

Must have a thorough knowledge of sound radiographic principles (e.g., radiation protection and exposure techniques), basic knowledge of all film processors, and standard aseptic techniques

Must be able to work independently and without direct supervision

Possess working knowledge of computers and DICOM imaging systems

Must have a strong sense of touch to find veins not visible and start IVs

Must be able to recognize signs of distress and allergic reactions in patients who have non-ionic IV contrast administered

Must be familiar with medications and equipment used during allergic reactions

Must be IV certified and use the appropriate IV equipment safely while using Universal Precautions

Qualification

Radiologic proceduresALARA principlesIV certificationDICOM imaging systemsRadiology equipment operationRadiation safetySelf-managementBasic algebraGeometryDatabase SoftwareSpreadsheet SoftwareInventory SoftwareOrder Processing SystemsInterpersonal skillsLeadership skillsOrganization skillsProblem-solvingCommunication skills

Required

Associate's degree (A.A.) or equivalent from two-year college or technical school; or six months to one-year related experience and training; or equivalent combination of education and experience

Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence. Ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or employees of the organization

Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, commissions, proportions, percentages, area, circumference, and volume. Ability to apply concepts of basic algebra and geometry

Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret various instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form

To perform this job successfully, an individual should have knowledge of: Database Software (Access); Internet Software; Spreadsheet Software (Excel); Inventory Software; Order Processing Systems; (Word); Electronic Mail Software (Outlook)

Minimum of two years in a clinical or hospital environment

Completion of a two-year AMA accredited school of radiologic technology

Certification by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) and Licensure by the Texas Department of Health, MRT program

CPR-BLS certified