BSW Northwest Austin Clinic (Lakeline Area) Radiology Tech

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Full Time Mon-Fri 8a-5p

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BENEFITS

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Our competitive benefits package empowers you to live well and provides:

\n\nEligibility on day 1 for all benefits\nDollar-for-dollar 401(k) match, up to 5%\nDebt-free tuition assistance, offering access
to many no-cost and low-cost degrees, certificates and more\nImmediate access to time off benefits\n\n

At Baylor Scott & White Health, your well-being is our top priority. 

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Note: Benefits may vary based on position type and/or level

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Reasons to join the most rewarded healthcare system in Texas include:

\n\nFlexible work scheduling\nCareer advancement/ Leadership opportunities\nRelocation assistance\nIntraoperative- dedicated OR technologists\nVarious shifts available for 8, 10 or 12 hours\nEnhanced shift differential pay\nTuition: Fully funded bachelor’s and master’s degrees\nCompetitive Wages and Incentives\nCross-training across modalities\nWork in your preferred setting: Academic Level 1 trauma center/ Community Hospital/ Pediatric Hospital/ Ambulatory and Specialty Clinics\n\n

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JOB SUMMARY

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The Radiologic Technologist Clinic, under general supervision of a Radiologist, performs Diagnostic and/or Fluoroscopic Imaging procedures on ambulatory patients in a Physician Office, or Clinic Setting as requested by a physician or other licensed provider. The technologist must be able to effectively explain the procedure to the patient and be sure they are relaxed and at ease during the exam and provide care to the patients while obtaining diagnostic quality images for interpretation by a Radiologist.

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ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS OF THE ROLE

\n\nIdentifies patient service requirements by utilizing AIDET when communicating with patients to ensure they perform the correct exam on the correct patient, establishing personal rapport with potential and actual patients and other persons in a position to know about the service requirements.\nPrepares patient for radiological procedure by positioning patient; adjusting immobilization devices; moving equipment into specified position; adjusting equipment controls to set exposure factors.\nMinimizes radiation to patient and staff by practicing radiation protection techniques, using beam restrictive devices, patient shielding, and knowledge of exposure factors.\nDocuments pregnancy status of female patients of youth bearing age and the shielding precautions taken in the performance of the imaging study.\nEnsures operation of Radiology equipment by performing quality checks following manufacturer's recommendations and trouble-shooting equipment as required, calling in repairs when necessary.\nMaintains radiology supplies inventory by checking stock to establish inventory level; anticipating needed supplies; placing and expediting orders for supplies; verifying receipt of supplies.\nWears personal monitoring device on collar and outside of apron consistently and submits it promptly and regularly for assessment of occupational dosage. Reports any loss, damage, or unusual events associated with personal monitoring device immediately to the Radiation Safety Office.\nParticipates in the modality specific QA/QC program and Ensures compliance with regulations.\n\n

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KEY SUCCESS FACTORS

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\n\nAble to perform high quality radiology procedures according to exam protocol in a timely manner.\nAble to explain the procedure and put patients at ease.\nAble to provide services in a timely, accurate, and cost-efficient manner in compliance with established System and regulatory standards, policies and procedures.\nAble to perform tasks exclusively without need for routine oversight.\nAble to maintain a calm and helpful attitude, even under times of stress, and take appropriate and reasonable steps to resolve issues.\nAble to effectively administer first aid and use emergency cart.\nAble to ensure customer satisfaction by limiting wait times, providing courteous service, remaining professional, reviewing patient satisfaction scores and developing action plans when required.\nDemonstrates and maintains current knowledge, continued education and skills appropriate care for the following age groups (specific to department): newborn, pediatric, young adult, adult and geriatric.\nAble to serve as preceptor by providing quality training to new team members and on new services and initiatives.\nAble to take call, if required.\n

QUALIFICATIONS

\n\nEDUCATION - Grad of an Accredited Program\nMAJOR - Radiologic Technology\nEXPERIENCE - Less than 1 Year of Experience\n\n

CERTIFICATION/LICENSE/REGISTRATION

\n\nARRT-R Radiography (ARRT-R)\n\n