Radiology Technologist
Company: Baylor Scott & White Health
Location: Temple
Posted on: February 1, 2025
Job Description:
Baylor Scott & White Health is seeking a Radiology Technologist
for a job in Temple, Texas.Job Description & Requirements
- Specialty: Radiology Technologist
- Discipline: Allied Health Professional
- Duration: Ongoing
- 40 hours per week
- Shift: 8 hours, evenings
- Employment Type: StaffRadiologic Technologist OR Shift: Monday-
Friday 1:00pm-9:00pm Sign-On Bonus: $15,000 (external candidates
only)Location: Scott & White Memorial Hospital- TempleSetting:
Hospital OR Only JOB SUMMARYThe Intra Operative Technologist, under
general supervision of a Radiologist, performs intraoperative
procedures on ambulatory and hospital patients as requested by a
physician or other licensed provider for the diagnosis of disease
and injury in accordance with established protocols.ESSENTIAL
FUNCTIONS OF THE ROLEESSENTIAL FUNCTION ON THE JOBDedicated to the
Operating Room 50% of the time.Performs high quality intraoperative
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, radiation dose monitoring,
actions to be taken if the estimated dose exceeds set dose
reference levels, and actions to be taken for cases when the
reference level was exceeded which may include patient
follow-up.Utilizes AIDET when communicating with patients to:
identify patient service requirements, ensure correct exam is
performed on the correct patient, and establish rapport with
patients and others. Instructs and communicates with patients and
their family regarding the test to be performed and assesses
patient's ability to tolerate exam.Prepares patient and area for
procedure by positioning patient, adjusting immobilization devices,
moving equipment into specified position and adjusting equipment
controls to set exposure factors.Protects patients and employees by
adhering to safety requirements, infection-control, drug and
radiation policies, protocols and techniques. Uses proper sterile
techniques when setting up and performing invasive multimodality
procedures and maintains hand hygiene requirements.Maintains
equipment and work area to meet quality and cleanliness standards.
Works with engineers and physicists to ensure optimal operational
capabilities of equipment.Reports issues to management or
appropriate department. Assists in maintaining supplies
inventory.Ensures individuals are safe to enter the department by
screening them according to approved policies and
procedures.Obtains, verifies and maintains all relevant
documentation such as requisition/chart, patient history, pregnancy
status, consent forms, policies and procedures, etc.Maintains
medical imaging records in appropriate system and according to
department policies and standards for interpretation in a timely
manner.KEY SUCCESS FACTORSAble to perform high quality
intraoperative procedures according to exam protocol in a timely
manner.Able to explain the procedure and put patients at ease.Able
to provide services in a timely, accurate, and cost-efficient
manner in compliance with established System and regulatory
standards, policies and procedures.Able to perform tasks
independently without need for routine oversight.Able to maintain a
calm and helpful attitude, even under times of stress, and take
appropriate and reasonable steps to resolve issues.Able to
effectively administer first aid and use emergency cart.Able to
ensure customer satisfaction by limiting wait times, providing
courteous service, remaining professional, reviewing patient
satisfaction scores and developing action plans when
required.Demonstrates and maintains current knowledge, continued
education and skills appropriate care for the following age groups
(specific to department): newborn, pediatric, young adult, adult
and geriatric.Able to serve as preceptor by providing quality
training to new team members and on new services and
initiatives.Able to take call, if required.BENEFITSOur competitive
benefits package includes the following- Immediate eligibility for
health and welfare benefits- 401(k) savings plan with
dollar-for-dollar match up to 5%- Tuition Reimbursement- PTO
accrual beginning Day 1Note: Benefits may vary based upon position
type and/or levelQUALIFICATIONSEDUCATION - Grad of an Accredited
ProgramCERTIFICATION/LICENSE/REGISTRATIONARRT-R Radiography
(ARRT-R): ARRT-R - Radiography is required.Baylor Scott & White
Health Job ID #24020829.About Baylor Scott & White HealthAs 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
- Sign-On bonus
Keywords: Baylor Scott & White Health, Temple , Radiology Technologist, Healthcare , Temple, Texas
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