Hybrid Radiologic/X-Ray Technologist, PRN at UT Southwestern

%3Cb%3EWHY UT SOUTHWESTERN?%3C/b%3E%3Cbr%3E%0AWith over 75 years of excellence in Dallas-Fort Worth, Texas, UT Southwestern is committed to excellence, innovation, teamwork, and compassion. As a world-renowned medical and research center, we strive to provide the best possible care, resources, and benefits for our valued employees. Ranked as the number 1 hospital in Dallas-Fort Worth according to %3Ca href=%22https://www.utsouthwestern.edu/newsroom/articles/year-2022/july-us-news-best-hospital.html%22 target=%22_blank%22%3EU.S. News %26 World Report%3C/a%3E, we invest in you with opportunities for career growth and development to align with your future goals. Our highly competitive benefits package offers healthcare, PTO and paid holidays, on-site childcare, wage, merit increases and so much more. We invite you to be a part of the UT Southwestern team where you%27ll discover a culture of teamwork, professionalism, and a rewarding career!%0A%0A%3Cbr%3E%3Cbr%3E%3Cb%3EJOB SUMMARY%3C/b%3E%3Cbr%3E%0AWorks under minimal supervision with the physicians to perform diagnostic imaging exams, exam protocols, accreditation, operations, and facilitation of equipment maintenance. %3Cbr%3E%3Cbr%3E%3Cp%3E%3Cb%3EBENEFITS%3C/b%3E%3Cbr%3E%0AUT Southwestern is proud to offer a competitive and comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees. Our benefits are designed to support your overall wellbeing, and include:%3C/p%3E%0A%3Cul%3E%0A %3Cli%3EPPO medical plan, available day one at no cost for full-time employee-only coverage%3C/li%3E%0A %3Cli%3E100% coverage for preventive healthcare-no copay%3C/li%3E%0A %3Cli%3EPaid Time Off, available day one%3C/li%3E%0A %3Cli%3ERetirement Programs through the Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS)%3C/li%3E%0A %3Cli%3EPaid Parental Leave Benefit%3C/li%3E%0A %3Cli%3EWellness programs%3C/li%3E%0A %3Cli%3ETuition Reimbursement%3C/li%3E%0A %3Cli%3EPublic Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Qualified Employer%3C/li%3E%0A %3Cli%3E%3Ca href=%22http://jobs.utsouthwestern.edu/benefits/#top%22 target=%22_blank%22%3ELearn more about these and other UTSW employee benefits!%3C/a%3E%0A %3C/li%3E%0A%3C/ul%3E%3Cbr%3E%3Cbr%3E%3Cb%3E%3Cb%3EEXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION%3C/b%3E%3C/b%3E%3Cbr%3E%0A%3Cb%3ERequired%3C/b%3E%3Cul%3E%3Cb%3E%3Cli%3EEducation%3C/b%3E%3Cbr%3EAssociate%27s Degree In Radiologic Sciences or %3Cbr%3E%0A Graduate from AMA approved school %3Cbr%3E%3C/ul%3E%3Cul%3E%3Cb%3E%3Cli%3ELicenses and Certifications%3C/b%3E%3Cbr%3E(ARRT) AMER REG OF RAD TECH and %3Cbr%3E%0AMEDICAL RADIOLOGIC TECH Licensed by Texas Medical Board (TMB)as a Medical Radiologic Technologist and %3Cbr%3E%0A(BLS) BASIC LIFE SUPPORT Certification course accredited by the American Heart Association (AHA) or American Red Cross (ARC) by first day of employment %3Cbr%3E%3C/ul%3E%3Cbr%3E%3Cb%3E%3Cb%3EJOB DUTIES%3C/b%3E%3C/b%3E%3Cul%3E %3Cli%3EReview physician orders for accuracy, diagnosis, and applicability to select Diagnostic exam. Communicate with Radiologists to discuss stat/urgent findings. If modification of a diagnostic protocol is necessary consult with radiologist to determine appropriate diagnostic exam, and document changes as appropriate in electronic health record. Ensure other resources such as nursing, anesthesia, and scheduling are in order. %3C/li%3E%0A%3Cli%3EInterviews patient (two patient identifier) and obtains medical history pertaining to prescribed exam%27s clinical criteria. Explains procedure and instructs patient on necessary requirements needed to provide diagnostic images. Answers questions and screens patients regarding the administration of oral and IV contrast. Observes patients for adverse reactions. Able to activate the organizations emergency codes. %3C/li%3E%0A%3Cli%3EAssists the physician as needed in performing diagnostic procedures. Ensures that images and information are properly documented with patient identification data and appropriate labeling in the electronic health record. Utilizes technical knowledge and skills to perform procedures accurately and in a timely manner in accordance with age specific criteria. %3C/li%3E%0A%3Cli%3ECompletes exam charges and image documentation in a timely manner. Performs diagnostic exams ensuring that patient meets radiation safety requirements to ALARA principles. Assist patient in dressing for exam and attends to patient%27s physical well-being while transporting to and from exam room and positioning for exam. Instructs/communicates with patient and/or patient%27s family (as appropriate) regarding the tests to be performed and evaluates the patient%27s ability to tolerate. %3C/li%3E%0A%3Cli%3EPerforms QC testing and reports problems with Diagnostic system and workstations to the service engineer/biomed, with additional correspondence sent to the physicist and imaging leadership. %3C/li%3E%0A%3Cli%3EMaintains various quality control and radiation safety compliance including (ex. daily, monthly, yearly QC) and archives. Must be able to lift 40-50lbs. %3C/li%3E%0A%3Cli%3EResponds to inquiries/calls/emails in a timely and professional manner. Utilizes the organizational culture behaviors to include PACT and AIDET. Actively participates in codes and rapid responses. %3C/li%3E%0A%3Cli%3ECommunicates shift hand off regarding workflow issues with equipment or pending exams with oncoming staff. Engages in equitable distribution of departmental workloads. %3C/li%3E%0A%3Cli%3EActively participates in providing orientation and training for new hires and students ensuring that procedures are performed according to set standards. Functions in the department as a part of an interdisciplinary team, and collaborates in the care and service delivery process of patient care through effective communication with other service lines. %3C/li%3E%0A%3Cli%3EPrioritizes exams with scheduling exams to ensure smooth workflow, minimize wait times and address stat requests. %3C/li%3E%0A%3Cli%3EAdheres to hospital policies, procedures, competencies, regulatory compliance, infection control, hospital education, new yearly metrics/department goals, patient satisfaction, and fiscally responsible with regards to equipment, supplies scheduling, overtime, etc. %3C/li%3E%0A%3Cli%3EMaintains patient confidentiality (HIPAA) and ensures that all processes and procedures are maintained to secure and protect all workstations in all work areas. %3C/li%3E%0A%3Cli%3EPerforms other duties as assigned. %3C/li%3E %0A%3Cbr%3E%3C/ul%3E%3Cb%3E%3Cb%3ESECURITY AND EEO STATEMENT%3C/b%3E%3C/b%3E%3Cbr%3E%3Cb%3ESecurity%3C/b%3E%0A%3Cbr%3EThis position is security-sensitive and subject to Texas Education Code 51.215, which authorizes UT Southwestern to obtain criminal history record information. To the extent this position requires the holder to research, work on, or have access to critical infrastructure as defined in Section 113.001(2) of the Texas Business and Commerce Code, the ability to maintain the security or integrity of the critical infrastructure is a minimum qualification to be hired and to continue to be employed in the position.%3Cbr%3E%3Cbr%3E%0A%0A%3Cb%3EEEO Statement%3C/b%3E%3Cbr%3E%0AUT Southwestern Medical Center is committed to an educational and working environment that provides equal opportunity to all members of the University community. As an equal opportunity employer, UT Southwestern prohibits unlawful discrimination, including discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, or veteran status.%3C/br%3E Apply Now