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Job Summary and Responsibilities

Under the direction of the Medical Director, Manager and Director of Imaging Services, operates diagnostic equipment and performs a variety of technical diagnostic imaging procedures related to CT. Performs complete diagnostic imaging tests inclusive of positioning patient, calibration of equipment, and documentation of findings.

Position Summary:

1. Performs CT exams on patients according to the specific departmental procedure protocols under the direction of the Medical Director.

2. Prepares equipment ensuring that equipment is operational, safe and functioning according to diagnostic standards.

3. Problem-solves equipment failure and imaging quality and contacts service representative or CES regarding equipment problems.

4. Ensures that daily equipment and room maintenance are performed during/ after each procedure, and that special precautions and measures are performed to ensure infection control standards.

5. Completes all clinical supply inventories, ensuring that each diagnostic room is complete with the necessary supplies required to perform the procedure.

6. Actively participates with patient testing, performing routine, non-routine, urgent, and emergent patient requests.

7. Reviews the physician orders to verify the type of diagnostic test requested and that the indication for the procedure is consistent.

8. Provides specific diagnostic test information to the patient ensuring that the patient is aware of thediagnostic test involvement.

9. Performs Point of Care testing for lab tests according to hospital guidelines.

10. Completes the diagnostic examination and all image post processing.

11. Demonstrates competency in PACS process and Performs daily QA process.

12. Completes image processing, including supporting documentation of logs, demographic and diagnostic information required for departmental, hospital and patient record documentation.

13. Rotates weekend/call responsibilities in a professional and accountable fashion if applicable.

Job Requirements

Education Required

Graduate of Radiologic Technology Program from an accredited institution

Licensure/Certification Required

Licensed as Medical Radiologic Technologist (MRT) with Texas Medical Board (TMB)

Registered with American Registry of Radiologic Technologists - ARRT (R)

BLS certification through an approved AHA program

Experience Required

One (1) year of experience or 6 months of radiography clinical rotation in a healthcare setting

Where You'll Work

St. Luke’s Health - Memorial Hospital in Livingston, TX, is located just off Highway 59 south. The 66-bed hospital provides more than 60,000 patient services each year, with half of those services being offered in the Level 4 Trauma-Designated Emergency Department. Services offered include, Orthopedic care, Women’s Services, and a state-of-the-art Sleep Center. Imaging services include MRI, CT scan, nuclear medicine scans, 4D Ultrasound, cardiac echocardiograms, fluoroscopy, bone density scanning and 3D mammography.

CommonSpirit Health was formed by the alignment of Catholic Health Initiatives (CHI) and Dignity Health. With more than 700 care sites across the U.S. & from clinics and hospitals to home-based care and virtual care services CommonSpirit is accessible to nearly one out of every four U.S. residents. Our world needs compassion like never before. Our communities need caring and our families need protection. With our combined resources CommonSpirit is committed to building healthy communities advocating for those who are poor and vulnerable and innovating how and where healing can happen both inside our hospitals and out in the community.

We offer the following benefits to support you and your family:

+ Health/Dental/Vision Insurance

+ Flexible spending accounts

+ Paid Time Off (PTO)

+ Tuition Assistance for career growth and development

+ Matching Retirement Programs

+ Wellness Programs

Pay Range

$27.97 - $41.60 /hour

We are an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.