Radiology Tech

Company: UT Health Tyler
Location: Tyler
Posted on: November 2, 2024

Job Description:

Overview

You may be eligible for a sign-on bonus of up to $10,000. You may also be eligible for relocation assistance. - -Join our team as a night, full-time, Radiology Tech in Tyler, TX. -Fulfilling your purpose begins here: -People First, Always. Here's how we take care of our people: -

• Medical, vision, dental health insurance, health savings account / flexible spending, competitive pay, paid time off, 401k retirement plan with company match, employee assistance program and more. -Your team is bigger than your department: -
  • UT Health Tyler, the flagship hospital of the system, has 502 licensed beds specializing in advanced acute care medicine. Our hospital includes a 24-hour ER with Level 1 trauma center, a comprehensive stroke center, more than 500 physicians and a full complement of subspecialty groups.
  • We believe healthcare is a team sport and every player has something to contribute. We show compassion, celebrate differences and treat one another with respect. -
    Responsibilities
    
    
    • Operates radiologic equipment to produce radiographs (X- rays) of body for diagnostic purposes, as
    • directed by Radiologist.
    • Positions patient on examining table and adjusts immobilization devices to obtain optimum views of specified area of body requested by physician.
    • Move x-ray equipment into specified position and adjusts equipment controls to set exposure factors, such as time and distance, based on knowledge of radiographic exposure techniques and protocols.
    • Practice radiation protection techniques, using beam restrictive devices, patient shielding skills, and knowledge of applicable exposure factors, to minimize radiation to patient and staff.
    • Operates mobile X-ray equipment in operating room, emergency room, or at patient's bedside.
      Qualifications
      
      Job Requirements:
      • High school diploma or GED equivalent
      • Graduate of an approved Radiologic Technology school
      • Registered by the ARRT within 90 days of employment
      • Licensed through the TExas Medical Board within 90 days of employment
      • A minimum of 1 years' recent experience in a clinic or healthcare setting preferred

Keywords: UT Health Tyler, Plano , Radiology Tech, Other , Tyler, Texas