Radiology Technologist-Nights- UP TO $5,000 SIGN ON BONUS & RELOCATION

Job Description

Job Description

Night Shift

This position is located in Austin, TX and may require commuting or relocating to this location.

Description

Assists Physician and in charge Registered Nurse with basic patient care based on individual patient needs within the scope of practice under direct supervision of the Nurse Director. Additionally, operates radiologic equipment to produce radiographs (x-rays) and CT scans of body for diagnostic purposes.

Requirements

Duties / Responsibilities :

• Provides supportive care to the patients under the direction of the registered nurse in charge and / or physician.
• Performs patient skill sets such as taking height and weight measurements, vital signs, IV initiations, blood draws, documenting as needed to assist the nurse and physician with patient care.
• Upon physicians’ orders performs diagnostic testing using x-ray and / or computer tomography (CT scan) equipment in accordance with protocol.
• Produces a quality image and uploads such images for radiology reads / interpretations.
• Applies proper techniques and practices while performing diagnostic testing using radiology equipment and lab procedures.
• Reports lab and radiology results immediately to registered nurse and / or physician.
• Assists registered nurse and physicians with assessments, examinations and treatment.
• Performs other duties such as crutch walking, dressing changes and assisting physician with splint or cast application.

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