Radiology Technician Extern - Longview - PRN

Radiology Technician Extern I - Longview - PRN at Christus Health summary:
The Radiology Technician Extern I performs diagnostic imaging procedures under the direction of Radiologists and Radiology Technologists, producing high-quality radiographs across multiple body areas. The role includes assisting with portable and fluoroscopy exams, clerical tasks, patient transport, maintaining exam rooms, and ensuring accurate data entry and coding. This position requires effective communication, adherence to healthcare standards, and flexibility to rotate among various modalities and departments.
Description

Summary:

Provides professional care to all patients needing their services by producing high-quality Radiographs (chest, upper and lower extremities, Spine, AP/PA, Lateral and lateral flexion/extension, AP/Lateral Shoulder, AP Clavicle, AP Scapula, AP/PA Pelvis, Skull/Sinus AP/PA, Lateral, Townes, Caldwell, & Waters) under the direction of a Radiologist and Radiology Technologist. Maintains steady flow, to facilitate efficient workflow. Assist radiology technologists during portable exams and fluoroscopy procedures.

Performs clerical duties including answering the phone and entering information into the computer. Transports patients to and from the imaging suite. Continuous light housekeeping duties, stock supplies, and linen.
Responsibilities:

• Meets expectations of the applicable OneCHRISTUS

Competencies:

Leader of Self, Leader of Others, or Leader of Leaders.

• Performs a variety of diagnostic procedures, some of a more complex nature, utilizing state-of-the-art computerized imaging equipment in more than one (1) modality.

• Requires flexibility to work competently within assigned modalities as needed or assigned.

• Interacts appropriately with patients and all care providers by coordinating and prioritizing procedures during the workday to maintain a high level of patient care and continuity.

• Possesses the ability and willingness to rotate within departments and clinics for proper coverage as needed or assigned.

• Upon completion of procedures, program the computer to ensure completion of the exam and that all scan data is correctly stored in PACS.

• Ensures exam rooms are neat, clean, and adequately stocked before exams are performed and acts to ensure compliance with Infection Control standards.

• Coordinates and prioritizes procedures during the workday to maintain a high level of patient care and continuity.

• Ensures all charges are correctly coded and entered in the billing system.

• Performs all duties in a manner that protects the confidentiality of patients and does not solicit or disclose any confidential information unless necessary in the performance of assigned job duties.

• Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing.

• Excellent customer service skills required.

• Adapt assigned patient assessment, treatment, and/or care methods to accommodate the unique physical, psychosocial, cultural, spiritual, age-specific, and other developmental needs of each patient served.

• Ensures compliance with all policies, procedures, and standards as outlined by State and Federal agencies, the hospital, and other regulatory entities.

• Demonstrates adherence to the Core values of CHRISTUS Health.

• Performs other duties as assigned.

Job Requirements:

Education/Skills

• Current enrollment in an accredited school of Radiology Technology is required
Experience

• Previous hospital experience preferred

• Basic computer experience required
Licenses, Registrations, or Certifications

• Non-Certified Radiology Technician (NCT) by Texas Medical Board (TMB) required

• BLS Certification is required

Work Schedule:

PRN
Work Type:
Per Diem As Needed
Keywords:
radiology technician, diagnostic imaging, radiographs, patient care, medical imaging, portable exams, fluoroscopy, healthcare support, patient transport, medical coding