Radiologic Technologist II - Days - Full-Time

At Houston Methodist the Radiologic Tech IIposition is responsible for a variety of routine and specializeddiagnostic radiology procedures to include Xray and Fluoroscopy (toinclude support for OR cases) exams of moderate to high complexityutilizing digital radiography and fluoroscopy techniques.

Thisposition is a member of the direct patient care team and is fullycompetent in all aspects of various radiology procedures.

TheRadiologic Tech II position serves as a mentor to the RadiologicTechnologist I and students by utilizing skills and knowledge tohelp train and educate others.

This position works independently byexercising sound judgment and executing above average clinicalskills on challenging diagnostic procedures and patient caresituations.

The Radiologic Tech II position provides directassistance to physicians with all diagnostic radiologic procedures.This position delivers exceptional patient care and adheres toradiation standards and guidelines established by governingagencies to ensure optimal patient safety and customerservice.

PEOPLEESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Promotesa positive work environment and contributes to a dynamic teamfocused work unit that actively helps one another to achieveoptimal department results.

Collaborates with all members of thepatient care team by actively communicating and reporting pertinentpatient care information and data in a comprehensivemanner.

• Guides and mentorsRadiologic Technologist I and students to help build confidence inskills knowledge and abilities. Uses peertopeer accountabilitytowards department goals for retention and employeeengagement.
• Facilitatesopen professional (verbal nonverbal written) communication toachieve mutual understanding role modeling by example.

Communication to promote both work efforts and problem resolutionis clear and professional providing the highest quality serviceduring every customer and patientencounter

SERVICE ESSENTIALFUNCTIONS

• Performsdiagnostic radiology procedures to include a variety of XRay examsincluding OR and Fluoroscopyprocedures.
• Proactivelyassesses identifies and responds to the needs of the patient foradjustment or intervention to optimize patient care image qualityand patient experience.

This includes : positioning physiologyprocedure preparation and technical factors. Modifies technicalfactors to achieve desired imaging results and recognizescomplications and limitations associated with certainprocedures.

• Providesdirect assistance to physicians during diagnostic proceduresincluding assisting with steriletechnique.
• Providesaccurate explanations and instructions to patients and familymembers at an appropriate level utilizing verbal and nonverbalskills terminology andlanguage.

QUALITY / SAFETYESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Followssafety standards and conducts all imaging procedures accordingly.Uses ALARA (as low as reasonably achievable) to protect patientsstaff and general public and follows radiation safety standards.

Maintains proper sterile techniques for procedures regularlypractices aseptic techniques and ensures compliance with radiationsafety and infection control procedures.

Complies with job roledepartment and hospital safety standards practices andpolicies.

Identifiesopportunities for corrective action and process improvementproviding recommendations and contributes to meeting department andhospital targets for quality and safety.

Reports near misses andinputs errors promptly into appropriate hospital patient safetyreporting system to improve processes and identify trends.

Utilizescritical thinking skills to observe and proactively address patientreactions (i.e. contrast media and medications) or potentialoutcomes asappropriate.

Ensures allimaging equipment has had quality control (QC) performed asrequired and is in safe working order prior to use.

Reports anymalfunctions to management and regularly practices preventativemaintenance procedures; calls for service ifneeded.

Assists withimplementation and education of department based safety initiativesand standards ofpractice

FINANCE ESSENTIALFUNCTIONS

• Provides accurateand complete documentation of patient procedures. Enters charges atthe time service isdelivered.
• Uses resourcesefficiently; does not waste supplies. Selfmotivated toindependently manage time effectively and prioritize dailytasks.

GROWTH / INNOVATIONESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Activelyparticipates in special projects department initiatives or sharedgovernance activities and seeks opportunities to expand learningwith a focus on continual development.

Completes and updates theindividual development plan (IDP) on an ongoingbasis.

Fosters a positiveand constructive teaching environment by engaging students andcoworkers (Radiologic Technologist I) in learning opportunitiesthat are valuable and in alignment with businessobjectives.

This job description isnot intended to be allinclusive; the employee will also performother reasonably related business / job duties as assigned.

HoustonMethodist reserves the right to revise job duties andresponsibilities as the need arises.

EDUCATION

Graduateof education program approved by the credentialing body for therequired credential(s) indicated below in the CertificationsLicenses and Registrations section.

WORKEXPERIENCE

Three yearsexperience as a RadiologicTechnologist

LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONSREQUIRED

• ARRTR RadiologicTechnologist Radiographer (ARRT) AND
• CMRT Certified MedicalRadiologic Technologist State Licensure OR
• CMRTTemp CertifiedMedical Radiologic Technologist Temporary State Licensure AND
• BLS Basic Life Support(AHA)

KNOWLEDGESKILLS ANDABILITIES

• Demonstrates theskills and competencies necessary to safely perform the assignedjob determined through ongoing skills competency assessments andperformanceevaluations
• Sufficientproficiency in speaking reading and writing the English languagenecessary to perform the essential functions of this job especiallywith regard to activities impacting patient or employee safety orsecurity
• Ability toeffectively communicate with patients physicians family members andcoworkers in a manner consistent with a customer service focus andapplication of positive languageprinciples
• Ability to workindependently; capable of handling challenging / difficultdiagnostic procedures and patient care situations.

Demonstratessound judgment and executes above average clinicalskills.

• Possesses basiccomputer knowledge; operates multiple computer systems to includeHospital / Radiology Information Systems and Office software tomaintain patient and examdocuments.
• Exhibits stronginterpersonal and team player skills with all levels of thehealthcare team and assures delivery of excellent customer serviceto all patients visitors physicians andcoworkers.
• Adapts tomultiple ongoing priorities with minimal supervision includingorganizing work flow and actively participating inproblemsolving.

SUPPLEMENTALREQUIREMENTS

WORKATTIRE

• UniformNo
• Scrubs Yes
• Businessprofessional No
• Other (department approved)Yes

ONCALL*

• Notethat employees may be required to be oncall during emergencies (ie.DIsaster Severe Weather Events etc) regardless of selectionbelow.
• On Call*Yes

TRAVEL

Travelspecifications may vary bydepartment

• May requiretravel within the Houston Metropolitan areaYes
• May require travel outside HoustonMetropolitan areaYes

CompanyProfile :

Houston Methodist CypressHospital scheduled to open in the first quarter of 2025 will beHouston Methodists ninth hospital and will incorporate the mostadvanced technology available from the day the doors open.

With 100beds (at our opening; licensed for 276) and a prime location in theheart of the rapidly growing U.S. 290 corridor the hospital will beequipped with technologically advanced innovations implementedduring COVID many of them designed to make patient communicationwith physicians staff and families the very best and most effectivein any health care facility.

Even though the hospital wont be fullyoperational until 2025 we have several services and specialtiesopening in 2024.

Houston Methodist is an equalopportunity employer inclusive of women minorities disabled personsand veterans.

Equal EmploymentOpportunity

Houston Methodist isan Equal Opportunity Employer.

Equal employmentopportunity is a sound and just concept to which Houston Methodistis firmly bound. Houston Methodist will not engage indiscrimination against or harassment of any person employed orseeking employment with Houston Methodist on the basis of racecolor religion sex sexual orientation gender identity nationalorigin age disability status as a protected veteran or othercharacteristics protected by law.

VEVRAA Federal Contractorpriority referral Protected Veteransrequested.

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