Radiology Technologist

Description

Medical City North Hills

Radiology Tech PRN

Schedule: Primarily Mondays and Fridays, 9:30am - 6pm

Do you want to join an organization that invests in you as a(an) Radiology Technologist PRN? At Medical City North Hills, you come first. HCA Healthcare has committed up to $300 million in programs to support our incredible team members over the course of three years.

Medical City North Hills, offers a total rewards package that supports the health, life, career and retirement of our colleagues. The available plans and programs include:

• Comprehensive medical coverage that covers many common services at no cost or for a low copay. Plans include prescription drug and behavioral health coverage as well as free telemedicine services and free AirMed medical transportation.
• Additional options for dental and vision benefits, life and disability coverage, flexible spending accounts, supplemental health protection plans (accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity), auto and home insurance, identity theft protection, legal counseling, long-term care coverage, moving assistance, pet insurance and more.
• Free counseling services and resources for emotional, physical and financial wellbeing
  
• 401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of service)
  
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan with 10% off HCA Healthcare stock
  
• Family support through fertility and family building benefits with Progyny and adoption assistance.
  
• Referral services for child, elder and pet care, home and auto repair, event planning and more
  
• Consumer discounts through Abenity and Consumer Discounts
  
• Retirement readiness, rollover assistance services and preferred banking partnerships
  
• Education assistance (tuition, student loan, certification support, dependent scholarships)
  
• Colleague recognition program
  
• Time Away From Work Program (paid time off, paid family leave, long- and short-term disability coverage and leaves of absence)
  
• Employee Health Assistance Fund that offers free employee-only coverage to full-time and part-time colleagues based on income.

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Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location.

You contribute to our success. Every role has an impact on our patients lives and you have the opportunity to make a difference. We are looking for a dedicated Radiology Technologist PRN like you to be a part of our team.

Operates radiological equipment to make clinical diagnostic x-ray films as directed by physicians and performs routine diagnostic procedures according to established standards and practices. The North Hills Hospital staff member can expect to care for adult patients, including the older adult through geriatric, and pediatric patients from newborn through adolescence. The attached criteria-based performance evaluation provides a specific set of standards as they relate to age specific competency.

What you will do:

• Demonstrates knowledge of all general radiology exams protocols for specific exams.
• Demonstrates knowledge of exam preparations and patient instructions.
• Utilizes radiation protection methods consistently and uses shielding as necessary.
• Assesses patient lab values for contrast usage
• Obtains patient history and collaborates with Radiologist on proper contrast usage
• Uses PACS and digital readers to process procedures
• Obtains and examines the procedure request for all necessary information for completion
• Follows proper guidelines for image identification with film markers
• Completes all procedures during the shift without interference to quality of work.
• Responds to changes in the work schedule as necessary and show flexibility in job performance
• Demonstrates competence in positioning, knowledge of exposure factors, restraint methods and routine imaging procedures
• Demonstrates competence in all procedures in accordance with the department policy manual
• Demonstrates ability to send images to offsite reading when needed
• Demonstrates good judgement by following written and verbal instructions carefully
• Assists physician as necessary for all invasive procedures to provide best patient care
• Communicates necessary skill to interpret age specific treatment
• Demonstrates ability to modify techniques to assess physical, psychosocial and education needs
• Capable to assist other staff in code needs per protocol
• Ensures medication security by keeping products safe and locked up
• Always verifies the procedure by checking the physician order
• Observes the patient and machine during procedure and reports any change in patients condition.
• Uses policy and procedure manual as necessary
• Requests assistance when needed
• Demonstrates an ability to adapt to change
• Performs duties in an independent manner with little direct supervision
• Maintains accurate patient records
• Maintains assigned work area with adequate supplies and equipment
• Assists in the process of orientating new employees
• Participates in quality assessments
• Demonstrating flexibility in interruptions in workplace in a positive manner
• Performs portable exams when needed
• Adheres to sterile technique protocols when performing surgical procedures
• Utilizes safety equipment to protect self, patient and visitors
• Transports patients to and from department

What qualifications you will need:

• Basic Cardiac Life Support must be obtained within 30 days of employment start date
• Certified Medical Radiologic Technologist
• Registered Radiographer (ARRT)
• Graduate of an accredited program in radiological technology
• Certified in BLS from AHA or ARC
• Ability to read and follow verbal and/or written instructions or procedures.
• Possess the ability to deal tactfully with all types of personnel and medical staff members.
• Hospital experience (preferred)

Medical City North Hills is a 165+ bed hospital located in the heart of northeast Tarrant County. Our mission is above all else, to serve, to care for, and to assist in the healing of our patients and their families. We are proud to be pioneers in offering high quality health care in North Richland Hills. We are a Primary Stroke Center, perform spine surgery and joint replacements. We have a comprehensive cardiovascular services department. Our hospital is an accredited Cycle 5 Chest Pain Center with a cardiac rehabilitation program. Other services include minimally invasive robotic surgery and hyperbaric oxygen therapy. We have sports medicine, senior health, wound care and outpatient rehabilitation. Our campus has a womens imaging center and geriatric behavioral unit. As a part of the Medical City network of hospitals and specialists, patients are ensured access to leading medical experts and advanced healthcare innovations across the network.

HCA Healthcare has been recognized as one of the Worlds Most Ethical Companies by the Ethisphere Institute more than ten times. In recent years, HCA Healthcare spent an estimated $3.7 billion in cost for the delivery of charitable care, uninsured discounts, and other uncompensated expenses.

Good people beget good people.- Dr. Thomas Frist, Sr.
HCA Healthcare Co-Founder

We are a family 270,000 dedicated professionals! Our Talent Acquisition team is reviewing applications for our Radiology Technologist PRN opening. Qualified candidates will be contacted for interviews. Submit your resume today to join our community of caring!

We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.