Imaging Technician

Imaging Technician Job Description

FRONTLINE ER is growing and always on the lookout for quality, experienced personnel. FRONTLINE ER employees are a very happy family and are well compensated with benefits. We may need people in our other locations as well.

Basic Qualifications:

Requirements:

High School diploma or GED,
Completed program requirements of AMA-approved school of Radiological Technology
Certified as a medical radiologic technologist in the State of Texas
CT Certification
BLS certification

Preferred:

Associate’s Degree in Radiology
Registration with the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) in radiography or computed tomography
2 or more years of radiology or imaging
1 or more years of CT experience in Emergency Department
Proficient in X-ray, CT, or GE’s software and PACS
Position requires fluent English with Spanish preferred but not required

Job Responsibilities:

Accurately perform diagnostic X-ray and CT exams ordered by staff physician or medical director.
Work independently while providing effective patient care.
Prepare and perform patient X-Ray and CT Scans following established protocols and patient care procedures
Chart and log completed X-Rays, CT Scans, and ultrasound as required or necessary as well as complete associated paperwork.
Must be able to learn or implement IVs, labs, clinical tests, EKGs, and other procedures as requested by physician
Maintain the Emergency Department and Imaging room in efficient and sanitary method as required by law. Immediately report any equipment failure or malfunction to Medical Director, physician, or nurse manager
Use patient feedback, research, and reviews to enhance patient care and improve Emergency Department procedures and guidelines.
Use Biohazard containers correctly and empty sharps containers in a safe and timely manner
Train new employees of the imaging department as needed