Medical laboratory technologist Jobs in Richardson, TX

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HCT Staffing is helping our client find a qualified Radiology Technologist to join their Dynamic Team. If you are motivated, ready to grow your career and match the qualifications below, hit apply to start your journey!




$10,000 Sign On Bonus

Shift: Full Time, Monday-Friday, 1pm-9:30pm

Shift: Full Time Nights; Monday-Thursday 9pm-7:30am




Experience: Prefer 1 year of hospital experience




JOB SUMMARY




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.




ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS OF THE ROLE

ESSENTIAL FUNCTION OF THE JOB




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.




KEY SUCCESS FACTORS




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.









QUALIFICATIONS




- EDUCATION - Grad of an Accredited Program




Experience: Prefer 1 year of hospital experience




- CERTIFICATION/LICENSE/REGISTRATION -

ARRT-R Radiography (ARRT-R)




Basic Life Support (BLS): BLS or BLS within 30 days of hire or transfer.




Medical Radiologic Tech (MRT): Licensed by the State of Texas Medical Board as a Medical Radiologic Technologist (MRT).