Radiology Technologist - Austin, United States - St. David's Medical Center

Description

Job Description

Description

Introduction

Are you looking for a work environment where diversity and inclusion thrive? Submit your application for our Radiology Technologist opening with St. David's Medical Center today and find out what it truly means to be a part of the HCA Healthcare team.

Benefits

St. David's Medical Center, offers a total rewards package that supports the health, life, career and retirement of our colleagues. The available plans and programs include:

• Comprehensive medical coverage that covers many common services at no cost or for a low copay. Plans include prescription drug and behavioral health coverage as well as free telemedicine services and free AirMed medical transportation.
• Additional options for dental and vision benefits, life and disability coverage, flexible spending accounts, supplemental health protection plans (accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity), auto and home insurance, identity theft protection, legal counseling, long-term care coverage, moving assistance, pet insurance and more.
• Free counseling services and resources for emotional, physical and financial wellbeing
  
• 401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of service)
  
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan with 10% off HCA Healthcare stock
  
• Family support through fertility and family building benefits with Progyny and adoption assistance.
  
• Referral services for child, elder and pet care, home and auto repair, event planning and more
  
• Consumer discounts through Abenity and Consumer Discounts
  
• Retirement readiness, rollover assistance services and preferred banking partnerships
  
• Education assistance (tuition, student loan, certification support, dependent scholarships)
  
• Colleague recognition program
  
• Time Away From Work Program (paid time off, paid family leave, long- and short-term disability coverage and leaves of absence)
  
• Employee Health Assistance Fund that offers free employee-only coverage to full-time and part-time colleagues based on income.

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Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location.

We are seeking a(an) Radiology Technologist for our team to ensure that we continue to provide all patients with high quality, efficient care. Did you get into our industry for these reasons? We are an amazing team that works hard to support each other and are seeking a phenomenal addition like you who feels patient care is as meaningful as we do. We want you to apply

Job Summary of the Radiology Technologist

Appropriately utilizes x-ray to assist in diagnosis and/or treatment while always adhering to state, regulatory, and Radiation Right guidelines. Performs radiographic procedures and related techniques, producing images for the interpretation by: or at the request of a licensed practitioner. Exercises professional judgement in performance of services and maintains a demeanor complementary to medical ethics. Provides appropriate patient care and recognizes patient conditions essential for successful completion of the procedure. This position works closely with other healthcare team members to facilitate exceptional patient care and efficient completion of diagnostic studies while also promoting optimal unit operations. The radiologic technologist adheres to the ICARE customer service standards while maintaining a clean and safe work environment.

Responsibilities of the Radiology Technologist

• Perform all diagnostic radiographic procedures and demonstrate technique to produce optimal study.
• Correctly use all equipment in clinical area, including but not limited to: fluoroscopy, c-arm, tomo, and portable units.
• Interpret physician orders prior to performing exam to ensure optimal study Practice safe radiation protection following hospital guidelines.
• Assist physicians and radiologists in procedures requiring sterile technique.
• Prepare and administer radiopaque contrast media needed for radiologic exams.
• Assess patient's condition prior and during all radiologic procedures.
• Provide optimum patient care during exams.
• Corroborate patient's clinical history with procedure, assuring information is documented and available for use by licensed practitioner.
• Perform other department related duties as needed.
• Perform minor equipment repairs and upkeep and communicate problems to supervisor or communication log.

Qualifications of the Radiology Technologist

EDUCATION:

• Associate's degree in Radiologic Technology or graduation of an America Medical Association- approved program in Radiologic Technology

EXPERIENCE:

• Entry-level graduate Radiologic technologist will be accepted depending shift and technical responsibility of the shift
• Excellent communications skills and ability to work independently with minimal supervision required.
• Preferred: Two years in an acute care setting as an X-ray Technologist

LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS:

• Licensed by Texas Department of State Health Services as a Medical Radiologic Technologist
• Registered in Radiology by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists - ARRT (R)
• BLS required per St. David's HealthCare policy

This role requires you to be fully vaccinated for COVID-19 based on local, state and /or federal law or regulations (unless a medical or religious exemption is approved).

St. David's Medical Center is a full-service hospital located in central Austin, Texas. This 300+ bed facility features a 24-hour emergency department, the region's largest Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU), and the internationally-renowned Texas Cardiac Arrhythmia Institute and St. David's Neuroscience & Spine Institute. The full scope of services provided at St. David's Medical Center includes cancer care, heart and vascular care, imaging services, joint replacement and orthopedics, women's services, complex surgical services, and a Bariatric Surgery Center. The facility is home to a 60+ bed rehabilitation hospital providing both inpatient and outpatient comprehensive care.

St. David's Medical Center is part of St. David's HealthCare, which is one of the largest healthcare systems in Texas and the third-largest employer in the Austin area. St. David's HealthCare was formed through a unique partnership between HCA Healthcare and two local non-profits — St. David's Foundation and Georgetown Health Foundation.

HCA Healthcare has been recognized as one of the World's Most Ethical Companies by the Ethisphere Institute more than ten times. In recent years, HCA Healthcare spent an estimated $3.7 billion in cost for the delivery of charitable care, uninsured discounts, and other uncompensated expenses.

"Across HCA Healthcare's more than 2,000 sites of care, our nurses and colleagues have a positive impact on patients, communities and healthcare.
Together, we uplift and elevate our purpose to give people a healthier tomorrow."- Jane Englebright, PhD, RN CENP, FAAN
Senior Vice President and Chief Nursing Executive

If you find this opportunity compelling, we encourage you to apply for our Radiology Technologist opening. We promptly review all applications. Highly qualified candidates will be directly contacted by a member of our team. We are interviewing apply today

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.