Radiologic Technologist Job at Baylor Scott & White Health (Waco)

Job Description

The Radiologic Technologist, under general supervision of a Radiologist, performs radiology procedures on ambulatory and hospital patients as requested by a physician or other licensed provider for the diagnosis of disease and injury in accordance with established protocols.

Job Responsibility

Performs high quality radiology procedures, according to exam protocol, in a timely manner
Maintains production and quality of imaging procedures by following established standards and procedures
Demonstrates an understanding of radiation dose reference levels, radiation dose monitoring, actions to be taken if the estimated dose exceeds set dose reference levels, and actions to be taken for cases when the reference level was exceeded which may include patient follow-up
Utilizes AIDET when communicating with patients to identify patient service requirements, ensure correct exam is performed on the correct patient, and establish rapport with patients and others
Instructs and communicates with patients and their family regarding the test to be performed and assesses patient's ability to tolerate exam
Prepares patient and area for procedure by positioning patient, adjusting immobilization devices, moving equipment into specified position, and adjusting equipment controls to set exposure factors
Protects patients and employees by adhering to safety requirements, infection-control, drug and radiation policies, protocols, and techniques
Uses proper sterile techniques when setting up and performing invasive procedures and maintains hand hygiene requirements
Maintains equipment and work area to meet quality and cleanliness standards
Works with engineers and physicists to ensure optimal operational capabilities of equipment
Reports issues to management or appropriate department
Assists in maintaining supplies inventory
Ensures individuals are safe to enter the department by screening them according to approved policies and procedures
Obtains, verifies, and maintains all relevant documentation such as requisition/chart, patient history, pregnancy status and shielding precautions taken, consent forms, policies, and procedures, etc
Maintains medical imaging records in appropriate system and according to department policies and standards for interpretation in a timely manner

Requirements

Able to perform high quality radiology procedures according to exam protocol in a timely manner
Able to explain the procedure and put patients at ease
Able to provide services in a timely, accurate, and cost-efficient manner in compliance with established System and regulatory standards, policies and procedures
Able to perform tasks independently without need for routine oversight
Able to maintain a calm and helpful attitude, even under times of stress, and take appropriate and reasonable steps to resolve issues
Able to effectively administer first aid and use emergency cart
Able to ensure customer satisfaction by limiting wait times, providing courteous service, remaining professional, reviewing patient satisfaction scores and developing action plans when required
Demonstrates and maintains current knowledge, continued education and skills appropriate care for the following age groups (specific to department): newborn, pediatric, young adult, adult and geriatric
Able to serve as preceptor by providing quality training to new team members and on new services and initiatives
Able to take call, if required
ARRT-R Radiography (ARRT-R) certification/license/registration

What we offer

Immediate eligibility for health and welfare benefits
401(k) savings plan with dollar-for-dollar match up to 5%
Tuition Reimbursement
PTO accrual beginning Day 1

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