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MobilexUSA

PRN Radiologic Technologist -Tyler, TX Area!

MobilexUSA, Tyler, Texas, United States, 75701

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Overview

PRN Shift: Two weekends 5:00pm-1:30am; on-call every other weekend. On-call pay for weekends $60.00, plus hourly rate when called out. Pay Range: $24.00-$28.00 per hour based on experience. Role

Provide mobile X-Ray and EKG (if applicable) service to nursing homes, health care facilities, and other miscellaneous facilities. Responsibilities

Perform and process X-Rays using portable digital (DR) or computed (CR) radiography equipment and submit/transmit them to a Radiologist for interpretation. Unload portable X-Ray equipment and take into facilities to perform exams ordered by the physician. Obtain clinically diagnostic, technically competent x-ray images. Perform EKGs (as needed) and transmit them to a Cardiologist for interpretation. (if required) Scan exam related paperwork/billing documents on a daily basis per protocol. Regularly communicate with dispatch and management. Communicate efficiently and interact professionally with peers, supervisory staff, and clients. Maintain vehicle and x-ray equipment. Required Skills

Maintain required State licenses and/or ARRT Certification, health requirements, and operational requirements. Valid driver\'s license in the applicable state and in good current standing at all times. Attend meetings as required. Connect and disconnect Holter Monitors (if required). Technologist must care for their equipment in a professional manner. Upon malfunction of any equipment, the supervisor should be notified immediately. Perform special projects or other duties as assigned by Supervisor/Manager. Train other technologists as required. Self-motivated, dependable, and work independently with little to no direct supervision. Duty and Responsibility Statements

Login for self-dispatching or call into the dispatch department to obtain information regarding beginning case load. Arrive at their first case or location where they pick up company vehicle at the start of their assigned shift or have left their house thirty (30) minutes prior. Wear company uniform, company-provided name tag and radiation badge, and follow company dress code. Carry the company-provided phone on his/her person. Respond to all urgent communication within fifteen (15) minutes. Check voicemail/text messages from each client\'s facility upon completion of their assigned case(s); or minimally every thirty (30) minutes or as necessary. Check for available cases via self-dispatching system and/or check in with the dispatcher on duty every thirty (30) minutes. Upon arriving at facility, ALL ORDERS MUST BE CHECKED FOR ACCURACY AGAINST THE EXAMS(S) LISTED IN THE PATIENT\'S CHART AS ORDERED BY THE PHYSICIAN. If the orders in the chart are different or if there are no orders in the chart, the exam cannot be completed until the appropriate order is documented in the chart to match the exam listed on the requisition. The technologist is responsible to ensure they have the correct patient by asking for two patient identifiers, such as their name and date of birth. (DO NOT ASK YES/NO QUESTIONS). If the patient is unable to identify themselves, the NURSE IN CHARGE of the patient must identify. The nurse\'s name should be documented on the requisition, as well as, in the tech\'s comments in the verification screen. Before the patient images are sent to telerad for a reading, ensure you have the correct patient images marked with the correct patient information. Practice proper radiation protection at all times. Each technologist is issued the appropriate equipment to ensure that the proper radiation protection standards are being met. Compliance with company policies on safety, drug-free workplace, and professional conduct. Record all hours worked into timesheet accurately and timely per protocol. Technologists with company vehicles must follow maintenance policies and traffic laws. Maintain a valid driver\'s license and be able to provide copies as required; annual license checks may occur. Complete required medical examinations and TB screening as specified and provide documentation to HR within two weeks of last annual exam. Facility staff are to conduct patient transfers; technologists are not to engage in transfers or assistance. Qualifications

Education: Technical/other training (required) Licenses & Certifications: Driver\'s License (required); ARRT Certification (required); CRT/State X-Ray (required) Skills: Customer Service (required); Computer Skills (required); Communication Skills (required) Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.

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