Radiology Technologist - BAYLOR SCOTT & WHITE : Job Details

Baylor Scott & White Health is seeking a Radiology Technologist for a job in Austin, Texas. Job Description & Requirements Specialty: Radiology Technologist Discipline: Allied Health Professional Duration: Ongoing 40 hours per week Shift: 8 hours, days Employment Type: Staff BSW Northwest Austin Clinic (Lakeline Area) Radiology Tech Full Time Mon-Fri 8a-5p BENEFITS Our competitive benefits package empowers you to live well and provides: Eligibility on day 1 for all benefits Dollar-for-dollar 401(k) match, up to 5% Debt-free tuition assistance, offering access to many no-cost and low-cost degrees, certificates and more Immediate access to time off benefits 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. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS OF THE ROLE Identifies 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. Prepares patient for radiological procedure by positioning patient; adjusting immobilization devices; moving equipment into specified position; adjusting equipment controls to set exposure factors. Minimizes radiation to patient and staff by practicing radiation protection techniques, using beam restrictive devices, patient shielding, and knowledge of exposure factors. Documents pregnancy status of female patients of youth bearing age and the shielding precautions taken in the performance of the imaging study. Ensures operation of Radiology equipment by performing quality checks following manufacturer's recommendations and trouble-shooting equipment as required, calling in repairs when necessary. Maintains radiology supplies inventory by checking stock to establish inventory level; anticipating needed supplies; placing and expediting orders for supplies; verifying receipt of supplies. Wears 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. Participates in the modality specific QA/QC program and Ensures compliance with regulations. QUALIFICATIONS EDUCATION - Grad of an Accredited Program MAJOR - Radiologic Technology EXPERIENCE - Less than 1 Year of Experience CERTIFICATION/LICENSE/REGISTRATION - ARRT-R Radiography (ARRT-R) Baylor Scott & White Health Job ID 24012745. About Baylor Scott & White Health As the largest not-for-profit health system in the state of Texas, Baylor Scott & White promotes the health and well-being of every individual, family and community it serves. It is committed to making quality care more accessible, convenient and affordable through its integrated delivery network, which includes the Baylor Scott & White Health Plan, Baylor Scott & White Research Institute, the Baylor Scott & White Quality Alliance and its leading digital health platform – MyBSWHealth. Through 51 hospitals and more than 1,100 access points, including flagship academic medical centers in Dallas, Fort Worth and Temple, the system offers the full continuum of care, from primary to award-winning specialty care. Founded as a Christian ministry of healing more than a century ago, Baylor Scott & White today serves more than three million Texans. Benefits Holiday Pay Continuing Education 401k retirement plan Wellness and fitness programs Employee assistance programs Medical benefits Dental benefits Vision benefits Benefits start day 1 Life insurance Discount program