Rad Tech, Wed-Fri, 7p -7a, Rotating Saturdays - Memorial Hermann Health System

At Memorial Hermann, we pursue a common goal of delivering high quality, efficient care while creating exceptional experiences for every member of our community
When we say every member of our community, that includes our employees
We know that when our employees feel cared for, heard and valued, they are inspired to create moments that exceed expectations, while prioritizing safety, compassion, personalization and efficiency
If you want to advance your career and contribute to our vision of creating healthier communities, now and for generations to come, we want you to be a part of our team.
Job Summary
This position performs radiography (x-ray) examinations to aid physicians in the diagnosis and treatment of patients
This position may also perform some exams in more complex modalities.Job Description
Full-time Radiology Technician needed to support Memorial Hermann Northeast.

• Fast paced, growth and development opportunities, amazing cohesive team, leaders visible within the department with an open-door policy
  Variety of exams performed such as fluoro, OR, portables, trauma, and IR procedures
  
• Radiology department has been recognized as a Safety Star department, Tier I in Employee Engagement, many rad techs trained and promoted into IR/Cath Lab, CT, MRI, and vascular OR
  
• Memorial Hermann's Service Standards and Values truly set us apart from our competitors
  We focus on patient safety and recognize employees who speak up when concerns arise
  

We are huge promoters for growth and development - the director started here as a student x-ray tech and the manager started as a CT tech
We encourage and support our team to obtain additional registries/skill sets and promote into other modalities.
Minimum Qualifications
Education: Graduate of an accredited school of Radiologic Technology.
Licenses/Certification:

• Certified in Basic or Advanced Life Support, required.
• Current license or temporary license by the Texas Medical Board (MRT), required.
• Registered Radiology Technologist by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT-R), required.

Experience / Knowledge / Skills:

• Ability to lift and/or maneuver patients in conjunction with others in order to perform job functions.

Principal Accountabilities

• Performs radiography (x-ray) exams on patients ensuring compliance with all radiation safety procedures: Prepares patients for exam, obtains and records patient's vital signs, explains procedure, administers IV and contrast when necessary, positions patients for the exam, selects appropriate imaging techniques, and ensures technical quality of the images.
• Enters and monitors patient data.
• Performs quality assurance on radiology equipment.
• May assist with initial and renewal application for ACR and other accreditation.
• Identifies and reports any accidents, complaints or equipment malfunction to department management.
• Takes emergency call within the department
  May be required to work weekends and float to other locations as needed.
• May administer breath alcohol test and/or urine drug screens.
• May be required to perform patient registration tasks such as verifying insurance, collecting payments, etc.
• Ensures safe care to patients, staff and visitors; adheres to all Memorial Hermann policies, procedures, and standards within budgetary specifications including time management, supply management, productivity and quality of service.
• Promotes individual professional growth and development by meeting requirements for mandatory/continuing education and skills competency; supports department-based goals which contribute to the success of the organization.
• Demonstrates commitment to caring for every member of our community by creating compassionate and personalized experiences
  Models Memorial Hermann's service standards by providing safe, caring, personalized and efficient experiences to patients and colleagues.
• Other duties as assigned.