Special Procedures - Cath Lab, Sugar Land, FT - Houston, TX - $76,772 - $124,675

Special Procedures - Cath Lab, Sugar Land, FT

Houston, TX

$76,772 - $124,675

 

Job Description

Minimum Qualifications

Education: Graduate of an accredited school of Radiologic Technology

 

Licenses/Certifications:

·        Certified in Basic or Advanced Life Support

·        Current license or temporary license by the Texas Medical Board (MRT), required

·        Registered Radiology Technologist by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT-R)

 

Experience / Knowledge / Skills:

·        Ability to lift and/or maneuver patients in conjunction with others in order to perform job functions

·        Demonstrates commitment to the Partners-in-Caring process by integrating our culture in all internal and external customer interactions; delivers on our brand promise of “we advance health” through innovation, accountability, empowerment, collaboration, compassion and results.

 

Principal Accountabilities

·        Performs special/invasive radiology procedures on patients ensuring compliance with all radiation safety procedures: Prepares patients for exam, explains procedure, administers contrast when necessary, positions patients for the exam, selects appropriate imaging techniques, and ensures technical quality of the images.

·        Enters and monitors patient data.

·        Performs quality assurance on radiology equipment. May assist with initial and renewal application for ACR and other accreditation.

·        Identifies and reports any accidents, complaints or equipment malfunction to department management.

·        Takes emergency call within the department.

·        Ensures safe care to patients, staff and visitors; adheres to all policies, procedures, and standards within budgetary specifications including time management, supply management, productivity and quality of service.

·        Promotes individual professional growth and development by meeting requirements for mandatory/continuing education and skills competency; supports department-based goals which contribute to the success of the organization; serves as preceptor, mentor and resource to less experienced staff.

·        Other duties as assigned