CT​/Radiology Technologist - Amarillo​/Lubbock Region

Overview

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Role: CT/Radiology Technologist - Amarillo/Lubbock Region

Employer: Altus Community Healthcare

Note: This description reflects the Radiology Technologist responsibilities in the Emergency Center setting.

• Maintains awareness of all departmental and operational policies of NEC.
• Assists in the maintenance of all equipment in the department, including cleaning and QA procedures.
• Explains to patients the benefits and risks of procedures and exams.
• Prepares patients for examinations (e.g., contrast, proper IV placements, checking labs).
• Facilitates departmental operations through completion of all appropriate forms related to prepared exams (contrast, extravasations, pregnancy, etc.).
• Maintains safety precautions to minimize radiation exposure to patients, staff, and self.
• Maintains current knowledge of Diagnostic Radiology / CT procedures performed in the Radiology Department.
• Possesses basic knowledge of anatomy and physiology to apply radiology principles and exposure methods to obtain diagnostic-quality images.
• Possesses basic knowledge of radiology/CT equipment functioning to provide minor repair and troubleshooting.
• Proficient in the utilization of radiological/lab equipment in the ER.
• Uses proper body mechanics when moving patients and equipment to prevent injury.
• Applies radiology safety principles in position responsibilities.
• Maintains awareness of own limitations and seeks guidance when needed.
• Communicates problems/concerns to appropriate personnel.
• Provides safe transportation of patients to and from the patient care unit.

• Education:
  
  Graduate of an accredited approved school of Radiologic Technology.
• Experience:
  
  At least 1 year of radiologic/imaging experience and CT experience.
• Licenses/Certifications:
  
  Registered with the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists;
  Current State licensure;
  Current BCLS Certification. Texas requirements: ARRT (R) (CT) and TDH/TMB;
  Colorado and Rhode Island requirements: ARRT (R) (CT).

• Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos.
• Ability to write simple correspondence.
• Ability to present information effectively to customers, clients, and colleagues.
• Ability to perform basic math and interpret data and graphs.
• Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions.

• Seniorilty level:
  Entry level
• Employment type:
  
  Full-time
• Job function:
  Health Care Provider
• Industries:
  Hospitals and Health Care