The RT(R), with a focus on patient safety, is required to function within the parameters of the legal scope of practice and in accordance with the federal, state, and local laws; rules and regulations; and policies, procedures and guidelines of the employing health care institution or practice setting. The RT(R) functions under his or her own license and assumes accountability and responsibility for quality of care provided to patients and their families according to the standards of practice. The RT(R) demonstrates responsibility for continued competence in practice, and develops insight through reflection, self-analysis, self-care, and lifelong learning.

SHIFT AND SCHEDULE

We have both Day, Night & Overnight, Full-Time & PRN shifts available (8-hour shifts; 3:00 PM-11:30 PM & 12-hour shifts; 7:00 PM-7:30 AM, 1:00 PM-1:30 AM).

A recruitment specialist will discuss what schedule best fits your needs.

 ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS/PERFORMANCE EXPECTATIONS

• Practices technology founded upon theoretical knowledge and concepts, uses equipment and accessories consistent with the purposes for which they were designed, and employs procedures and techniques appropriately.
• Assesses situations; exercises care, discretion, and judgment; assumes responsibility for professional decisions; and acts in the best interest of the patient.
• Acts as an agent through observation and communication to obtain pertinent information for the physician to aid in the diagnosis and treatment of the patient and recognizes that interpretation and diagnosis are outside the scope of practice for the profession.
• The radiologic technologist uses equipment and accessories, employs techniques and procedures, performs services in accordance with an accepted standard of practice, and demonstrates expertise in minimizing radiation exposure to the patient, self, and other members of the healthcare team. 

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• Current State of Texas License as a Radiology Technologist.
• Minimum of an Associate Degree in Applied Science – Radiology or trained in a hospital-based program (AMA approved) ARRT (R), (CT) registered or eligible.
• Must obtain ARRT (CT) within 12 months of being registry eligible.
• Successful completion of cross-sectional anatomy.
• Must have 1 year of experience as a diagnostic technologist.
• Initial Stroke Education: 3.5 Hours
• Annual Stroke Education: 2 Hours
• Total Joint & Spine Center initial and annual education: 0.70 hours 

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential responsibility satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The individual must be able to:

• Stand, walk, sit, stoop, reach, lift, see, speak and hear. Lifting is limited to 35 lbs. for clinical staff and to 50 lbs. for non-clinical staff. The individual must use an assisted-lift device or get another individual(s) to assist with the lift that is over these maximum limits.

Bonus -- Up to $45,000

Candidates must have a minimum of 2 years experience.  Bonus is only applicable to new hires. Please inquire for details.

Not eligible for current employees or returning employees within one year of separation. Bonus is not eligible for if hired through a staffing agency.