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Baptist Health System 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 North Central Baptist Hospitals 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 North Central Baptist Hospitals, 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

$ Sign on bonus

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

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.

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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