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Position Information

Posting NumberSRGV8156

Working TitleCOMPUTED TOMOGRAPHY (CT) TECHNOLOGIST

Number of Vacancies3

LocationMcAllen, Texas

DepartmentSchool of Medicine / Clinical Support Services ISU

FTE1.0

FLSANon-Exempt

Scope of Job

To perform CT imaging exams as prescribed/ordered by a licensed physician.

Description of Duties

+ Images patients utilizing approved protocols/procedures and brings questions forward before imaging patients.

+ Administers contrast agents and utilizes sterile or aseptic techniques where applicable. Reviews medications and allergies. Follows the five rights of drug administration.

+ Demonstrates the ability to address and handle patient care concerns and notifies the radiologist if and when gross pathological findings are discovered.

+ Communicates professionally, effectively, and promptly with all patient care providers, patients, and guests. Practices responsible use of communication tools (status board, paging systems, telephones, email, fax, etc.).

+ Ensures all patients are provided care in a safe environment, free of hazards. Provides full attention to the patient and the procedure.

+ Demonstrates skills required to complete clinical competencies and can function independently without direct supervision.

+ Ensures that patient studies are reviewed for accuracy, coded, and charged appropriately.

+ Performs and responsible for quality assurance activities on technical equipment and collaborates with appropriate parties to resolve image quality issues.

+ Ensures that imaging studies are appropriately imaged and error rates are minimized to appropriate established levels.

+ Maintains an in-depth knowledge of all routine section-specific protocols/procedures. Able to perform specialized procedures with limited assistance.

+ Accurately enters data into systems (i.e. PACS , equipment systems, electronic medical records and other computer systems.

+ Maintains Quality Control/ Quality Assurance following ACR , and TDH standards and regulations. Assures that all documentation is accurately recorded and kept in an organized manner susceptible to instant inspection if needed.

+ Maintains continuing education and experience requirements following Joint Commission, ACR , and TDH standards and regulations.

+ Performs radiologic procedures (i.e., x-ray, flouro) as needed.

+ Ensures work areas and equipment are safe, clean, organized and appropriate supplies are available for the procedures and checklists are completed (including emergency supplies). Restock supplies and forms as needed.

+ Performs other duties as assigned.

Supervision Received

General supervision from assigned supervisor.

Supervision Given

Direct supervision of assigned staff.

Required Education

Graduate of an accredited Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology ( JRCERT ) Program/Associate degree in a related field of study.

Preferred Education

Completion of a Computed Tomography Program

Licenses/Certifications

Registry in Radiography by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists ( ARRT )®(CT). Must have a Medical Radiologic Technologist ( MRT ) certification from the Texas Medical Board. Basic Life Support ( BLS ) or Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation ( CPR ) certification.

As condition of employment this position requires the applicant to be authorized to operate a University-Owned Vehicle for Official University Business. Per University of Texas System Policy 157, applicants will be subject to a motor vehicle record check for their most recent thirty-six (36) month history. Out of State Drivers are required to submit a 36-month history MVR from their prior State of residence(s).

Required Experience

One (1) year of experience as a Computed Tomography (CT) Technologist or two years of experience as a Radiologic Technologist.

Preferred Experience

N/A

Equipment

Use of standard office equipment and medical imaging equipment.

Working Conditions

Needs to be able to successfully perform all required duties. Office environment; some travel, weekend work, and irregular shifts may be required. Occasionally may exert up to 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or a negligible amount of force constantly to move objects, including the human body. UTRGV is a distributed institution, which may require presence at multiple locations throughout the Rio Grande Valley.

Other

+ Ability to balance the needs of patients and staff while still performing complex scans and procedures.

+ Knowledge of techniques for gathering relevant information from medical records, significant others, and health care providers.

+ Ability to assess factors that may contraindicate the procedure.

+ Knowledge of basic first aid and basic life support practices related to radiography.

+ Knowledge of physical assessment, aseptic techniques, intravenous methods and techniques, and universal precautions.

+ Knowledge of pre-procedural, procedural, and post-procedural care of patients.

+ Must be able to demonstrate oral and written communication skills to communicate effectively with patients, visitors, and staff.

+ Exceptional planning and organizational skills.

Physical Capabilities

N/A

Employment CategoryFull-Time

Minimum SalaryCommensurate with Experience

Posted SalaryCommensurate with Experience

Position Available Date06/16/2025

Grant Funded PositionNo

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Posting Detail Information

EEO Statement

It is the policy of The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley to promote and ensure equal employment opportunities for all individuals without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information or protected veteran status. In accordance with the requirements of Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, the Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, and the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, as amended, our University is committed to comply with all government requirements and ensures non-discrimination in its education programs and activities, including employment. We encourage women, minorities and differently abled persons to apply for employment positions of interest.

Special Instructions to Applicants

Dear Applicant, Human Resources will not be held responsible for redacting any confidential information from the documents you attach with your application. The confidential information includes the following: *Date of Birth *Social Security Number *Gender *Ethnicity/Race Please make sure that you omit this information prior to submission. We are advising that Human Resources will be forwarding your application to the department as per your submission. If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact us at (956)665-8880 and/or [email protected].

Additional Information

UTRGV is a distributed location institution and working location is subject to change based on need.

All UTRGV employees are required to have a criminal background check ( CBC ). Incomplete applications will not be considered.

Substitutions to the above requirements must have prior approval from the VP of HR & Talent Development .

Quick Linkhttps://careers.utrgv.edu/postings/46501

Posting Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

+ * Are you now, or previously, employed by The University of Texas System or any of its institutions?

+ Yes - I currently am employed by the UT System or its institutions

+ Yes - I have previously been employed by the UT System or its institutions

+ No - I have never been employed by the UT System or its institutions

+ * Are you a current UTRGV employee?

+ Yes

+ No

+ * Please select your highest level of completed education.

+ 6th grade education

+ 10th grade education

+ High School Diploma or GED

+ Associates Degree, Technical, or Trade School Degree/Certification or 60 Hours of College Hours

+ Bachelors Degree from an accredited university

+ Masters Degree from an accredited university

+ Ph. D. or other terminal degree from an accredited university

+ None of the above

+ * Please provide the field of study for your education:

(Open Ended Question)

+ * Please indicate the number of years of work experience you have directly related to the position in which you are applying for:

+ Less than 1 year

+ 1 year

+ 2 years

+ 3 years

+ 4 years

+ 5 years

+ 6 years

+ 7 years

+ 8 years

+ 9 years

+ 10 years

+ Over 10 years

+ * Do you meet the minimum requirements for this position?

+ Yes

+ No

Applicant Documents

Required Documents

+ Resume

+ Unofficial Transcripts

+ Certifications and Licenses

+ State Licensure

Optional Documents

+ Cover Letter/Letter of Application

+ Reference Letter 1

+ Reference Letter 2

+ Reference Letter 3

+ Training Certificates

+ Other Document

+ List of 3 References

+ Unofficial Transcripts 2

+ Unofficial Transcripts 3

+ Letter of Interest

+ Unofficial Graduate Transcripts

+ Additional Document