What are the responsibilities and job description for the Radiologic Technologist position at Parkland Health?
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Operating Room Rad Tech
Primary Purpose
Responsible for acquiring quality diagnostic radiographic images for all diagnostic imaging procedures in assigned area of Radiology to provide optimal patient care.
Education
Certification/Registration/Licensure
questions/screening concerning procedures and contrast for relevant exams. Assists the
physician as needed in performing procedures. Ensures that images and records are properly
completed with patient identification data and appropriate labeling.
satisfactorily. Functions in the department as part of an interdisciplinary team and collaborates in the care and service delivery process of patient care through effective communication with other service lines. Prioritizes exams with scheduling exams to ensure smooth workflow, minimize wait times and address stat and urgent requests.
Engages in equitable distribution of departmental workloads. Serves as a resource and role model to other staff and team members.
organizations, and/or maintaining certification or licensure. Integrates knowledge gained into
current work practices.
Operating Room Rad Tech
Primary Purpose
Responsible for acquiring quality diagnostic radiographic images for all diagnostic imaging procedures in assigned area of Radiology to provide optimal patient care.
Education
- Must be a graduate of an accredited Radiology Program.
- None
- Equivalent education that is recognized and accepted by the American Registry of Radiologic
Certification/Registration/Licensure
- Must have American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) with certification in Radiography (R) within 3 months of hire.
- Must have a Texas Department of State Health Services (TDSHS) - Medical Radiologic Technologist (MRT) certification 6 months of hire.
- American Heart Association
- American Red Cross Rescuer
- Military Training Network
- Must be able to demonstrate time management, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
- Must be able to demonstrate oral and written communication skills.
- Must be able to demonstrate knowledge of Radiologic equipment.
- Must be able to demonstrate patient centered/patient valued behaviors.
- Responsible for production quality radiographs of basic and complex exams/procedures, while adapting procedures and technical factors in relation to patient conditions and history. Participates in quality review program. Responsible for understanding and adhering to radiation safety regulations and infection control standards established by Parkland and accreditation agencies to ensure that Radiologic procedures are carried out safely.
- Utilizes technical knowledge and skills to perform procedures accurately and in a timely manner in accordance with age specific criteria. Completes exam charges and image documentation in a timely manner. Administers contrast material in the correct dosage, route and observes patients for adverse reactions. Enters accurate patient exam data into the electronic health record. Responsible for equipment, supplies, and room preparation in order to ensure appropriate set-up before each procedure.
- Interviews patient (two patient identifier), conducts patient screening (when applicable) and
questions/screening concerning procedures and contrast for relevant exams. Assists the
physician as needed in performing procedures. Ensures that images and records are properly
completed with patient identification data and appropriate labeling.
- Maintains equipment including running quality assurance checks and notifying supervisor of
- Transports patients to and from radiographic area as needed and consults with physicians or
- Participates in departmental Performance Improvement Programs, promotes Parkland Health
satisfactorily. Functions in the department as part of an interdisciplinary team and collaborates in the care and service delivery process of patient care through effective communication with other service lines. Prioritizes exams with scheduling exams to ensure smooth workflow, minimize wait times and address stat and urgent requests.
- Responds to inquiries, calls, emails in a timely and professional manner. Communicates shift
Engages in equitable distribution of departmental workloads. Serves as a resource and role model to other staff and team members.
- Takes responsibility for own professional growth and development by maintaining ARRT and
- Serves as a patient advocate by consistently demonstrating proactive customer service skills and compliance with Parkland Mission, Vision, and Values.
- Serves as a resource and role model to other staff, team members, and students with training, engagement and positive motivation. May serve as the Technologist in charge for supervising departmental operations.
- Identifies ways to improve work processes and improve customer satisfaction. Makes
- Stays abreast of the latest developments, advancements, and trends in the field by attending
organizations, and/or maintaining certification or licensure. Integrates knowledge gained into
current work practices.
- Maintains knowledge of applicable rules, regulations, policies, laws and guidelines that impact the area. Develops effective internal controls designed to promote adherence with applicable laws, accreditation agency requirements, and federal, state, and private health plans. Seeks advice and guidance as needed to ensure proper understanding.