Radiology Technologist
1301 Pennsylvania Ave, Fort Worth, TX 76104 Ft Worth, TX 76104 US
Job Description
Radiology Technologist
Arlington, TX
13 week contract
Nights / weekends
Rotating days off + Call
Qualifications
Education:
- Graduate of an accredited school of radiologic technology Required Or Associate's Degree Preferred
- Experience 1 Year radiologic technologist experience
- Preferred Licenses and Certifications CMRT - Certified Medical Radiologic Technologist Either by the TDH or TMB
- ARRT
- BCLS
Quality and Processing
- Explains procedures to patient or guardian / family member if applicable prior to exam
- Positions patient to correct anatomical area of interest
- Performs complex procedures including age related criteria and developmental considerations
- Adjusts technique parameters appropriately for age related factors
- Assists radiologist with complex and invasive procedures using aseptic technique
- Maintains attention to details
- Processes and manipulates images, analyzes image quality, troubleshoots, makes technique adjustments or repeat procedures as needed
- Utilizes proper downtime procedures for PACS and HIS / RIS
- Correctly sends and transfers images to PACS
- Prints laser images from modality or PACS
- Coordinates with Centralized Scheduling and other modalities
Patient Care
- Uses multidisciplinary, team oriented actions
- . Assesses and recognizes the patient's emotional, physical, developmental, cognitive and psychosocial conditions
- Prepares room for examination (i.e. suction, oxygen, supplies)
- Checks physician orders and exam requisitions using time-out procedures
- Greets and acknowledges patient, using two forms of ID
- Obtains patient history
- Handles patients with IVs, oxygen, chest tubes or other devices, and monitor patient during imaging
- Demonstrates knowledge of emergency drugs and equipment
- Uses proper body mechanics when assisting patient
- Administers contrast media and other medications in accordance with medication administration guidelines
- Processes patient information, displays proper phone etiquette and transports patients as needed
- Communicates respectfully with co-workers and other
Quick apply online or call Mirielle (972) 534-0020 ext 109
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Meet Your Recruiter
Mirielle Howze
Clinical Recruitment Manager
Mirielle has always known that the healthcare industry was where she was meant to be. She graduated from Texas A&M in 2014 with a BS in Kinesiology. Post grad, she went on to further her education and became a Registered Dental Hygienist. However, she felt that her calling was to reach more medical professionals – which brought her to medical recruiting. She loves building and maintaining relationships with candidates and clients in order to find the perfect match for everyone. Mirielle stays active with volunteering for an animal rescue and spending time with her husband, dog and family & friends!