About this opportunity
Tenet Healthcare lists this Radiology Tech opportunity in san antonio, Texas. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Overview
Embark on a rewarding career with Baptist Medical Center hospital. If you are a compassionate healthcare professional eager to contribute to patient care, this is your opportunity where your skills make a difference every day. Join us in delivering exceptional healthcare with a personal touch.
At Baptist Medical Center, we understand that our greatest asset is our dedicated team of professionals. That’s why we offer more than a job – we provide a comprehensive benefit package that prioritizes your health, professional development, and work-life balance. The available plans and programs include:
Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
401(k) retirement savings plan with employer match
Generous paid time off
Career development and continuing education opportunities
Health savings accounts, healthcare & dependent flexible spending accounts
Employee Assistance program, Employee discount program
Voluntary benefits include pet insurance, legal insurance, accident and critical illness insurance, long term care, elder & childcare, auto & home insurance
Note : Eligibility for benefits may vary by location and is determined by employment status
Job Summary
FULL-TIME DAYS
The Radiology Tech performs basic to complex diagnostic radiographic procedures, as requested by a licensed physician. The Radiology Tech exercises professional judgment in providing health care services, applying x-ray energy, to assist in diagnosis or treatment of patients in all age groups from newborn to elderly. The Radiology tech is multi-skilled in the use of O.R. procedures and equipment.
Responsibilities
General Functions:
Produces high quality diagnostic radiographs, by selecting and operating appropriate radiographic equipment, operating room protocols, c-arm use and advanced diagnostic procedures
Practices aseptic techniques as necessary, understands methods of venipuncture and other sterile techniques, in agreement with state statues and./or where institutional policy permits, prepares, identifies and/or administers contrast media as prescribed by a licensed practitioner
Rotates through advanced areas of diagnostic radiology to include procedures in O.R Urography room, open reductions, myelography, arthrography, placements and trauma
Evaluates images for technical quality, assuring proper identification and procedure is recorded
Assists practitioner with fluoroscopy, arthrography, O.R. procedures and trauma
Provides communication to patients for instructions and history in order to obtain desired results, gain cooperation and minimize anxiety
Assumes responsibility for provision of physical safety and psychological needs of the patient during procedures
Positions patients to best demonstrate anatomical areas of interest as requested respecting patients’ ability, comfort and safety. Checks to ask about pregnancy and LMP
Implements protective measures to prevent patient injury due to thermal. Electrical, mechanical, laser, chemical and radiation sources
Provides practical instruction, evaluation and precepting for students and/or other healthcare professionals
Assumes responsibility for assigned areas, quality control of equipment and reports equipment malfunction
Assures environment of working area, equipment and accessories are kept neat and clean Initiates anecdotal, incident, contrast agent variance and accident reports in a timely manner
Performs related duties such as transporting patients, film processing and film filing as needed
Utilizes resources efficiently and effectively
Maintains safe environment
Addresses patient population-specific needs
Participates in Performance Improvement activities
Qualifications
MINIMUM EDUCATION: Graduate of an accredited school of Radiologic Technology
PREFERRED EDUCATION: Associate degree
REQUIRED CERTIFICATIONS/LICENSURE: Possession of current Texas Medical Board (TMB) license. Possession of American Registry of Radiologic Technologists, in Radiography or registry eligible. Must have ARRT within one year post graduation of accredited school.
REQUIRED COURSES/ COMPLETIONS (e.g., CPR): Must have active healthcare provider Basic Life Support on hire (ARC or AHA); however, must have AHA Healthcare Provider BLS within 60 days of hire.
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Organization Description
Baptist Health System has more than 120 years history of caring for our community and making a positive difference. Our system of care includes six full-service hospitals, a specialized childrens hospital with a dedicated pediatric emergency unit, a comprehensive cancer care network, fitness and rehabilitation centers, a physician network, imaging centers, ambulatory services and the Baptist School of Health Professions. Wherever you go in the Baptist Health System, youll find that we have the same goal to help people achieve health for life through compassionate service inspired by faith. Join our team!
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Worksite address
san antonio, TX, 78208, US
Who can apply
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