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Baylor Scott & White Health · 1 day ago

Radiologic Tech PRN

Temple, TX

Full-time

Onsite

Mid Level

Baylor Scott & White Health is the largest not-for-profit healthcare system in Texas dedicated to promoting well-being. The Radiologic Technologist performs radiology procedures under the supervision of a Radiologist to diagnose disease and injury, ensuring high-quality imaging and patient safety.

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Responsibilities

Performs high-quality radiology procedures according to exam protocol in a timely manner

Maintains production and quality of imaging procedures by following established standards and procedures

Demonstrates an understanding of radiation dose reference levels and monitoring

Takes action if the estimated dose exceeds set reference levels

Takes action when the reference level is exceeded, which may include patient follow-up

Utilizes AIDET to communicate with patients

Identifies patient service needs, ensures the correct exam is performed, and builds rapport

Instructs and communicates with patients and their families about the test

Assesses the patient's ability to tolerate the exam

Prepares the patient and area for the procedure

Positions the patient, adjusts immobilization devices, and moves equipment into position

Adjusts equipment controls to set exposure factors

Protects patients and employees by following safety, infection-control, drug, and radiation policies

Uses proper sterile techniques for invasive procedures and maintains hand hygiene

Maintains equipment and work area to meet quality and cleanliness standards

Works with engineers and physicists to ensure optimal equipment operation

Reports issues to management or appropriate department

Assists in maintaining supplies inventory

Ensures people are safe to enter the department by screening them according to approved policies and procedures

Obtains, verifies, and maintains all relevant documentation like requisition/chart, patient history, pregnancy status, shielding precautions, consent forms, policies, and procedures

Maintains medical imaging records in appropriate system and according to department policies and standards for interpretation in a timely manner