Registered Nurse | NICU

Baylor Scott & White Medical Center Uptown is searching to hire a full time Radiologic Technologist.

Baylor Scott & White Medical Center – Uptown is a joint venture surgical hospital between Baylor Scott & White Health (BSWH), United Surgical Partners International (USPI), and local physicians. Baylor Scott & White Medical Center- Uptown provides a wide range of medical and surgical services for to the greater North Texas area across 8 ORs, 24 private Inpatient rooms, a full-service ED. The hospital specializes in both inpatient and outpatient procedures in Orthopedics, Joint Replacement, Spine, General, Bariatrics, Surgical Oncology, ENT, Reconstructive Surgery, and other surgical specialties.

Job Duties

• Perform the described duties in the primary work area and demonstrate competency in the following: Orthopedic Radiology, Pediatric Radiology, Operating Room Radiology,
• Perform a variety of technical tasks involved in operating x ray equipment to make radiographs of designated portions of the body as specified by physician; adjust equipment for proper exposure, voltage and current in accordance with prescribed radiation safety procedures.
• Determine, prepare and set up medical supplies, instruments and equipment; explain x ray procedures to patients; position patients for each anatomical view specified using immobilization and protective devices as required; report any changes in patient condition to attending medical staff.
• Monitor accessory equipment and assist attending physician with fluoroscopic examinations and special radiographic studies.
• Record amount and type of film exposed; label film with identifying information; sort as required.
• Consult with lead x-ray tech and radiologist to ensure compliance with established standards of quality.
• Process film in accordance with standardized procedures and maintain assigned work area in clean and orderly condition.
  
  

Required Skills:

EDUCATION, TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:

• Graduate of an accredited program in Radiological Technology
• AART Registered and CPR Current
• Knowledgeable of local, state, federal and Joint Commission Regulations
• Must possess independent decision making skills
• Ability to prioritize and handle multiple projects
• Excellent communication skills with the staff, physicians, patients and families
• Must be able to communicate verbally and non-verbally in a professional way