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    Radiologic Technologist I Radiology Imaging 1st shift Days - Baytown, United States - Houston Methodist

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    Description

    At Houston Methodist, the Radiologic Tech I position is responsible for a variety of routine diagnostic radiology procedures to include X-ray and Fluoroscopy procedures (to include support for OR cases) of moderate complexity utilizing digital radiography and fluoroscopy techniques.

    This position provides direct assistance to physicians with all diagnostic and special X-ray procedures.

    The Radiologic Tech I position delivers exceptional patient care and adheres to radiation standards and guidelines established by governing agencies to ensure optimal patient safety and customer service.

    This position is a member of the direct patient care team.


    Requirements:

    PEOPLE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

    • Promotes a positive work environment and contributes to a dynamic, team focused work unit that actively helps one another to achieve optimal department results. Collaborates with all members of the patient care team by actively communicating and reporting pertinent patient care information and data in a comprehensive manner.
    • Uses peer-to-peer accountability towards department goals for retention and employee engagement.
    • Communicates effectively with others to facilitate providing the highest quality service during every customer and patient encounter.

    SERVICE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

    • Performs diagnostic radiology procedures to include a variety of X-Ray exams, including OR and Fluoroscopy procedures.
    • Proactively assesses, identifies and responds to the needs of the patient for adjustment or intervention to optimize patient care, image quality and patient experience

    This includes:
    positioning, physiology, procedure preparation, and technical factors. Modifies technical factors to achieve desired imaging results and recognizes complications and limitations associated with certain procedures.

    • Provides direct assistance to physicians during diagnostic or special procedures, including assisting with sterile technique.
    • Provides accurate explanations and instructions to patients and family members at an appropriate level utilizing verbal and non-verbal skills, terminology and language.
    QUALITY/SAFETY ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS


    • Follows safety standards and conducts all imaging procedures accordingly. Uses ALARA (as low as reasonably achievable) to protect patients, staff and general public, and follows radiation safety standards. Maintains proper sterile techniques for procedures, regularly practices aseptic techniques, and ensures compliance with radiation safety and infection control procedures. Complies with job role, department and hospital safety standards, practices and policies.
    • Reports ¿near misses¿ and inputs errors promptly into appropriate hospital patient safety reporting system to improve processes and identify trends. Contributes to identification of corrective actions and improvement activities, and contributes to meeting department and hospital targets for quality and safety.
    • Performs daily imaging equipment quality control (QC) ensuring all imaging equipment is in safe working order prior to use. Reports any malfunctions to management and regularly practices preventive maintenance procedures; calls for service if needed.
    • Utilizes critical thinking skills to observe and proactively address patient reactions (i.e. contrast media and medications) or potential outcomes and obtains assistance, as appropriate.

    FINANCE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

    • Provides accurate and complete documentation of patient procedures. Enters charges at the time service is delivered.
    • Uses resources efficiently; does not waste supplies. Self-motivated to independently manage time effectively and prioritize daily tasks.
    GROWTH/INNOVATION ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS


    • Participates in department projects or shared governance activities. Assumes responsibility for growth and development by participating in in-services programs and continuing education.
    • Seeks opportunities to expand learning beyond baseline competencies with a focus on continual development as a Technologist


    This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive; the employee will also perform other reasonably related business/job duties as assigned.

    Houston Methodist reserves the right to revise job duties and responsibilities as the need arises.


    Qualifications:

    EDUCATION

    • Graduate of education program approved by the credentialing body for the required credential(s) indicated below in the Certifications, Licenses and Registrations section.

    WORK EXPERIENCE

    • None
    LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS - REQUIRED


    • ARRT-R - Radiologic Technologist - Radiographer (ARRT) within 1 year and
    • CMRT - Certified Medical Radiologic Technologist - State Licensure or
    • CMRT-Temp - Certified Medical Radiologic Technologist - Temporary State Licensure and
    • BLS - Basic Life Support (AHA)
    KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES


    • Demonstrates the skills and competencies necessary to safely perform the assigned job, determined through on-going skills, competency assessments, and performance evaluations
    • Sufficient proficiency in speaking, reading, and writing the English language necessary to perform the essential functions of this job, especially with regard to activities impacting patient or employee safety or security
    • Ability to effectively communicate with patients, physicians, family members and co-workers in a manner consistent with a customer service focus and application of positive language principles
    • Possesses basic computer knowledge; operates multiple computer systems to include, Hospital / Radiology Information Systems and Office software to maintain patient and exam documents.
    • Exhibits strong interpersonal and team player skills with all levels of the healthcare team and assures delivery of excellent customer service to all patients, visitors, physicians and co-workers.
    • Adapts to multiple ongoing priorities with minimal supervision including, organizing work flow and actively participating in problem-solving.

    SUPPLEMENTAL REQUIREMENTS

    WORK ATTIRE

    • Uniform No
    • Scrubs Yes
    • Business professional No
    • Other (department approved) Yes
    ON-CALL** Note that employees may be required to be on-call during emergencies (ie. DIsaster, Severe Weather Events, etc) regardless of selection below.

    • On Call
    • Yes

    TRAVEL
    Travel specifications may vary by department


    • May require travel within the Houston Metropolitan area Yes
    • May require travel outside Houston Metropolitan area Yes

    Company Profile:


    Houston Methodist Baytown Hospital, located 35 miles southeast of Houston, is the area's only full-service hospital offering specialized medical care for patients at every stage in life.

    Houston Methodist Baytown houses 226 operating beds, with 15 operating rooms and more than 1,700 employees. The hospital brings Texas Medical Center excellence and quality care close to East Harris and surrounding counties.

    Equal Employment Opportunity

    Houston Methodist is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

    Equal employment opportunity is a sound and just concept to which Houston Methodist is firmly bound.

    Houston Methodist will not engage in discrimination against or harassment of any person employed or seeking employment with Houston Methodist on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, status as a protected veteran or other characteristics protected by law.

    VEVRAA Federal Contractor - priority referral Protected Veterans requested.


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