Radiologic Technologist - Estelle Unit
Company: UTMB Health
Location: Galveston
Posted on: August 3, 2022
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Job Description:
The mission of Correctional Managed Care is to address the
healthcare needs of underserved patient populations within the
Texas Department of Criminal Justice (TDCJ) and the Texas Juvenile
Justice Department (TJJD). JOB SUMMARY : Provides patient care and
technical skills in the operation of diagnostic radiographic
equipment for diagnostic and evaluation purposes. ESSENTIAL JOB
FUNCTIONS : Practices proper entries and records in Radiology
Information System, PACS, and other systems. Prepares patient for
radiographic procedures by using two patient identifiers,
accurately assessing patient's needs and providing patient
education. Operates computer and radiographic equipment for image
production and documentation of images. Performs quality control
measures for the purpose of ensuring optimal quality and correctly
marked images. Prepares patient's films for interpretation by
radiologist and practices accurate and timely completion of
scheduled and unscheduled work to maximize productivity. Practices
safety measures in radiography and Environment of Care. Instructs
students on clinical radiographic skills. Applies the profession's
code of ethics in all aspects of practice. Performs exams in a
level I trauma environment. Attend departmental in-services.
Records and monitors patient radiation dose. Upload images to PACS.
Troubleshoots equipment failures and reports such failures to the
appropriate department, and notifies his/her manager. Maintains
HIPPA compliance by protecting patient privacy. Maintains constant
Joint Commission and/or ACA Readiness. Works in a high volume,
stressful environment. Adheres to internal controls and reporting
structure. Performs related duties as required. EQUIPMENT :
Standard office equipment; radiation producing equipment and
digital equipment. WORKING ENVIRONMENT : Standard clinical setting.
Some lifting, moving, and positioning of patients and equipment.
Work environment is located within the confines of a prison, jail
or juvenile detention center. Security clearance is required;
pre-employment drug testing is also required.REQUIRED
EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE : Associates degree or radiologic graduate
from an accredited radiography program, ARRT(R) registered or
registry eligible, and Certified as a Medical Radiologic
Technologist by the Texas Medical Board. Salary is commensurate
with years of relevant work experience. Equal Employment
Opportunity UTMB Health strives to provide equal opportunity
employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, national
origin, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender
identity/expression, genetic information, disability, veteran
status, or any other basis protected by institutional policy or by
federal, state or local laws unless such distinction is required by
law. As a VEVRAA Federal Contractor, UTMB Health takes affirmative
action to hire and advance women, minorities, protected veterans,
and individuals with disabilities.
Keywords: UTMB Health, Galveston , Radiologic Technologist - Estelle Unit, Other , Galveston, Texas
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