Rad Technologist
DeTar Healthcare System · Victoria, TX · 1 mo ago
OTHRFull-time
About the role
This is a Full-Time Position.
Responsibilities
- Operates, monitors, and maintains radiographic/x-ray equipment during procedures, ensuring accurate and high-quality imaging.
- Educates patients and families about pre-procedure, during-procedure, and post-procedure events and instructions, addressing questions to ensure understanding and comfort.
- Affords in-service training on the use of radiology equipment and monitoring radiation safety practices within the lab.
- Performs all assigned functions related to invasive imaging procedures as needed, ensuring compliance with safety and procedural standards.
- Maintains accurate patient records, including pre-procedure, during-procedure, and post-procedure documentation, as well as ensuring proper documentation of charges.
- Checks all radiology equipment before use, ensuring proper functioning and safety.
- Serves as a resource for the team by providing guidance, resolving conflicts, and accepting delegated authority as assigned.
- Maintains regular and reliable attendance.
- Complies with all policies and standards.
Requirements
- 2-4 years of clinical experience as a Radiologic Technologist required.
- 3-5 years of clinical experience in an Invasive Lab setting preferred.
Qualifications
- Proficiency in operating and troubleshooting advanced imaging equipment.
- Strong knowledge of radiologic imaging techniques, patient positioning, and radiation safety.
- Proficiency in operating radiographic equipment and troubleshooting technical issues.
- Excellent patient-care and communication skills to ensure comfort and understanding of procedures.
- Strong attention to detail and ability to recognize imaging abnormalities and artifacts.
- Ability to work both independently and collaboratively.
- Proficiency in electronic health records (EHR) and radiology information systems (RIS).
- Commitment to maintaining patient confidentiality and adhering to HIPAA regulations.
- Proficiency in operating and maintaining radiology equipment.
- Strong interpersonal skills to interact effectively with patients, families, and healthcare teams.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and adapt to changing priorities.
- Understanding of radiation safety and infection control protocols.
- Strong organizational skills to ensure accurate imaging and documentation.
Skills and Abilities
- ARRT - American Registry of Radiologic Technologists certification required.
- Licensed Radiologic Technologist as applicable by state required.
- BCLS - Basic Life Support obtained within 30 days of hire required.
- ACLS - Advanced Cardiac Life Support preferred.