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Primary Purpose Responsible for acquiring quality diagnostic radiographic images for all diagnostic imaging procedures in
assigned area of Radiology to provide optimal patient care.
Minimum Specifications Education • Must be a graduate of an accredited Radiology Program.
Experience • None
Equivalent Education and/or Experience • Equivalent education that is recognized and accepted by the American Registry of Radiologic
Technologists (ARRT) to be eligible to sit for the ARRT(R) credential exam.
Certification/Registration/Licensure • Must have American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) with certification in Radiography (R) within 3 months of hire.
• Must have a Texas Department of State Health Services (TDSHS) - Medical Radiologic Technologist (MRT) certification 6 months of hire.
Must have a current Healthcare Provider (BLS Level) CPR course completion card or obtain certification during initial orientation at Parkland from one of the following:
• American Heart Association
• American Red Cross Rescuer
• Military Training Network
Skills or Special Abilities • Must be able to demonstrate time management, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
• Must be able to demonstrate oral and written communication skills.
• Must be able to demonstrate knowledge of Radiologic equipment.
• Must be able to demonstrate patient centered/patient valued behaviors.
Responsibilities 1. Responsible for production quality radiographs of basic and complex exams/procedures, while
adapting procedures and technical factors in relation to patient conditions and history. Participates
in quality review program. Responsible for understanding and adhering to radiation safety
regulations and infection control standards established by Parkland and accreditation agencies to
ensure that Radiologic procedures are carried out safely.
2. Utilizes technical knowledge and skills to perform procedures accurately and in a timely manner in
accordance with age specific criteria. Completes exam charges and image documentation in a
timely manner. Administers contrast material in the correct dosage, route and observes patients
for adverse reactions. Enters accurate patient exam data into the electronic health record.
Responsible for equipment, supplies, and room preparation in order to ensure appropriate set-up
before each procedure.
3. Interviews patient (two patient identifier), conducts patient screening (when applicable) and
obtains medical history pertaining to procedure's clinical criteria. Explains procedure and instructs
patient on necessary requirements needed to provide diagnostic images. Answers
questions/screening concerning procedures and contrast for relevant exams. Assists the
physician as needed in performing procedures. Ensures that images and records are properly
completed with patient identification data and appropriate labeling.
4. Maintains equipment including running quality assurance checks and notifying supervisor of
maintenance needs. Maintains a record of quality assurance tests to ensure that equipment runs
efficiently and effectively. Maintains all passwords to each computer system. Promptly reports
equipment malfunctions to supervisor or the appropriate engineering department.
5. Transports patients to and from radiographic area as needed and consults with physicians or
other healthcare providers regarding x-ray orders, performed procedures, and protocol to ensure
that radiographic needs are met.
6. Participates in departmental Performance Improvement Programs, promotes Parkland Health
mission, vision, values, and its relationship to the work environment, attends modality meetings
satisfactorily. Functions in the department as part of an interdisciplinary team and collaborates in
the care and service delivery process of patient care through effective communication with other
service lines. Prioritizes exams with scheduling exams to ensure smooth workflow, minimize wait
times and address stat and urgent requests.
7. Responds to inquiries, calls, emails in a timely and professional manner. Communicates shift
hand off regarding workflow issues with equipment or pending exams with oncoming staff.
Engages in equitable distribution of departmental workloads. Serves as a resource and role model
to other staff and team members.
8. Takes responsibility for own professional growth and development by maintaining ARRT and
State licensure. Completes mandatory Parkland training. Integrates knowledge gained into current
work practices.
9. Serves as a patient advocate by consistently demonstrating proactive customer service skills and
compliance with Parkland Mission, Vision, and Values.
10. Serves as a resource and role model to other staff, team members, and students with training,
engagement and positive motivation. May serve as the Technologist in charge for supervising
departmental operations.
Job Accountabilities 1. Identifies ways to improve work processes and improve customer satisfaction. Makes
recommendations to supervisor, implements, and monitors results as appropriate in support of the
overall goals of the department and Parkland.
2. Stays abreast of the latest developments, advancements, and trends in the field by attending
seminars/workshops, reading professional journals, actively participating in professional
organizations, and/or maintaining certification or licensure. Integrates knowledge gained into
current work practices.
3. Maintains knowledge of applicable rules, regulations, policies, laws and guidelines that impact the
area. Develops effective internal controls designed to promote adherence with applicable laws,
accreditation agency requirements, and federal, state, and private health plans. Seeks advice and
guidance as needed to ensure proper understanding.
Parkland Health and Hospital System prohibits discrimination based on age (40 or over), race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, disability, national origin, marital status, political belief, or veteran status. As part of our commitment to our patients and employees' wellness, Parkland Health is a tobacco and smoke-free campus.
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