Radiology Technologist - Kelsey-Seybold Clinic - Northwest Campus

Explore opportunities with Kelsey-Seybold Clinic, part of the Optum family of businesses. Work with one of the nation's leading health care organizations and build your career at one of our 40+ locations throughout Houston. Be part of a team that is nationally recognized for delivering coordinated and accountable care. As a multi-specialty clinic, we offer care from more than 900 medical providers in 65 medical specialties. Take on a rewarding opportunity to help drive higher quality, higher patient satisfaction and lower total costs. Join us and discover the meaning behind Caring. Connecting. Growing together.

30% Performs diagnostic radiography to include fluoroscopic studies, if applicable, according to policies, procedures and protocols of the KSC radiology department. Understands and applies technical principles affecting optimal production of radiographic images, as well as anatomical orientations and anomalies affecting proper positioning. Understands age related communication needs of patients and is able to effectively convey instructions to patients to facilitate the performance of radiographic studies. Maintains an individual repeat rate of < 5% 15% Participates in Technical Quality Control measures which include performance of routine equipment maintenance and reporting malfunctions or variances in equipment performance to the Radiology Supervisor or his/her designee in the supervisor's absence. Maintains necessary supplies and documentation of cleaning logs as applicable 15% Uses RIS system correctly, according to Clinic and Department guidelines and properly documents, for the radiologist's review, atypical conditions which could affect image quality. Understands PACS system and can identify problems with image transmission as they occur and notify Radiology Supervisor or Radiology Coordinator when corrective actions are beyond the scope of the technologist 20% Conscious of radiation safety measures and demonstrates competence in the selection and use of shielding devices as is age appropriate for the patient or as requested when study content will not be compromised. Utilizes sterile technique when necessary 15% Participates in formal and in service training programs of Kelsey-Seybold Clinic, department specific in services, and any applicable site specific training. Maintains current applicable licenses and/or certifications and complies with continuing education requirements necessary to maintain same. May be assigned to other duties, technical or non technical if training, experience and credentials are deemed adequate by supervisor to perform those duties 5% Interacts effectively with patients and coworkers, including staff assigned to other locations. Communicates readily and well with Supervisor, Coordinator and Radiologists in giving and receiving feedback. Must have the ability to understand and respond to questions by giving factual information Capable of dealing effectively with other clinic departments, physicians, and staff. Uses the Mission and Values as a guideline for all communications, verbal, written, or electronic You'll be rewarded and recognized for your performance in an environment that will challenge you and give you clear direction on what it takes to succeed in your role as well as provide development for other roles you may be interested in.

High School diploma or equivalent Graduate of an AMA approved school of Radiologic Technology Eligible for ARRT (R) registry Graduate Technologist designation as defined by the Texas Medical Board Employee must attain ARRT(R) and MRT-General Certificate Status within one year of eligibility OR ARRT (R) MRT-General Certificate BLS certification through American Heart Association Ability to use computer keyboard and grasp elements of digital image acquisition Proven excellent verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills Preferred Qualifications: Associate in applied science-Radiology