Radiology Technologist
Texarkana, TX
Host Healthcare
3x12 hrs, Nights
Referral Bonus

Rad Tech - Radiology

Location: Texarkana, Texas Employment Type: Travel Contract Length: 13 weeks Work Type: Full time Shift: Nights, 7:00 PM to 7:00 AM

Role Summary

The Radiology Technologist performs a wide variety of routine and advanced imaging procedures, supports other imaging technologists as needed, and helps facilitate smooth and efficient patient flow. The technologist must be able to troubleshoot basic maintenance, participate in QA, and resolve issues related to image processing and the image archiving system. The role requires flexibility to work other shifts and at other campuses as needed.

Key Responsibilities

• Scan and store completed exams correctly in the image archiving system.
• Follow downtime procedures for the image archiving system and act as its superuser, escalating problems to the administrator or designee.
• Troubleshoot equipment malfunctions and report them to the director, manager, and/or biomedical personnel.
• Provide meaningful assistance to radiologists and referring physicians.
• Adapt patient care methods to each patient's physical, psychosocial, cultural, spiritual, age-specific, and developmental needs.
• Participate in ongoing education, safety, and technical advances within scope of licensure.

Required Qualifications

• Valid Radiology Technologist license in Texas.
• Minimum of 1 year of Radiology Technologist experience, with experience within the last year.
• Radiography (R) certification by ARRT.
• BLS certification issued by the American Heart Association.