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Catholic Health Initiatives Radiologic Technologist II in Houston, Texas
Overview
Radiologic Technologist II
As our Radiologic Technologist II you will be competent to perform complete diagnostic radiography procedures on patients according to the specific departmental procedure protocols under the direction of Medical Director. Individual Maintains patient safety through attention to detail, equipment safety checks, adherence to department policies, and with effective communication with physicians, staff and patients. Provides patient orientation, procedure explanation, and pre and post diagnostic care to completion of test. Performs complete diagnostic imaging exams inclusive of positioning patient, calibration of equipment, and documentation of findings. Assists patients with basic patient care needs. Provides emergency care, notifying appropriate personnel and Ensures that patient safety is maintained.
St. Lukes Health–The Vintage Hospital provides high-quality compassionate care for residents of the Willowbrook Champions and Tomball areas of Northwest Houston. With the resources of the St. Luke’s Health system we are able to deliver the most advanced care available to our Northwest Houston community. The Vintage Hospital offers the latest in diagnostic and surgical expertise including heart care women’s health and orthopedics.
Operates diagnostic equipment and performs a variety of technical diagnostic imaging procedures. Provides patient orientation, procedure explanation, and pre and post diagnostic care to completion of test. Performs complete diagnostic imaging tests inclusive of positioning patient, calibration of equipment, and documentation of findings, with the direction of the imaging supervisor/manager. Assists patients with basic patient care needs.
If you are committed to social justice, health equity, and prepared to deliver care in new, innovative ways, you belong with us.
Responsibilities
Performs complete diagnostic imaging tests on patients according to the specific departmental procedure protocols under the direction of the Medical Director. Obtains and documents patient history.
Prepares equipment ensuring that equipment is operational, safe and functioning according to diagnostic standards. Performs periodic QA and Ensures requisite documentation.
Performs portable examinations
Ensures that patient orientation, patient preparation (including starting IV’s and drawing labs as necessary)
Provides specific diagnostic test information to the patient ensuring that the patient is aware of the test involvement.
Qualifications
Education:
Associate’s Degree Required
Licensure/Certification:
Registered by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists - ARRT (R); must maintain current
Certified by Texas Department of Health as Certified Medical Radiologic Technologist – MRT; must maintain current
CPR/BLS certification
Minimum Experience:
One (1) year of experience
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Pay Range
$29.16 - $42.28 /hour
We are an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.