Radiology Tech Extern PRN

Introduction

Do you have the PRN career opportunities as a Radiology Tech Extern PRN you want with your current employer? We have an exciting opportunity for you to join Medical City Decatur which is part of the nation's leading provider of healthcare services, HCA Healthcare.

Benefits

Medical City Decatur, offers a total rewards package that supports the health, life, career and retirement of our colleagues. The available plans and programs include:

• Comprehensive medical coverage that covers many common services at no cost or for a low copay. Plans include prescription drug and behavioral health coverage as well as telemedicine services and free AirMed medical transportation.
  
• Additional options for dental and vision benefits, life and disability coverage, flexible spending accounts, supplemental health protection plans (accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity), auto and home insurance, identity theft protection, legal counseling, long-term care coverage, moving assistance, pet insurance and more.
  
• Fertility and family building benefits through Progyny
  
• Free counseling services and resources for emotional, physical and financial wellbeing
  
• Family support, including adoption assistance, child and elder care resources and consumer discounts
• 401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of service)
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan
  
• Retirement readiness and rollover services and preferred banking partnerships
  
• Education assistance (tuition, student loan, certification support, dependent scholarships)
  
• Colleague recognition program
  
• Time Away From Work Program (paid time off, paid family leave, long- and short-term disability coverage and leaves of absence)

Learn more about Employee Benefits

Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location.

Our teams are a committed, caring group of colleagues. Do you want to work as a(an) Radiology Tech Extern PRN where your passion for creating positive patient interactions is valued? If you are dedicated to caring for the well-being of others, this could be your next opportunity. We want your knowledge and expertise!

Job Summary and Qualifications

The Radiologic Technologist Student (Staff Member) who obtains their Non-Certified Radiologic Technician (NCT) license may only perform radiologic procedures under the supervision and direction of a registered Radiologic Technologist and must comply with all applicable statutes and rules under the laws governing the practice of the practitioner. The student must demonstrate the knowledge and skill necessary to provide care to pediatric, adolescent, adult and geriatric patients.

The NCT conducts radiologic procedures to provide data to assist in the diagnosis of patients. The position's tasks and responsibilities include:

• NCTs registered under §194.13 may not perform a dangerous or hazardous procedure as set out in §194.17 (relating to Dangerous or Hazardous Procedures).
• Demonstrates competency in areas of general diagnostic radiography, use of digital equipment, knowledge of the PACS system, positioning, procedure preparation and technical factors.
• Understands and follows infection control/universal precautions in the performance of all job tasks.
• Accommodates inpatients or requests for urgent exams as the need arises.
• Observant for image artifacts; clean image detectors as necessary
• Possess the ability to assess a situation, consider alternatives and choose an appropriate course of action.
• Obtains patient history as needed; assists radiologist during procedures, helping to put the patient at ease.
• Advises supervisor of any equipment issues requiring service.
• Demonstrates ability to shut down radiologic equipment and/or reboot computers.
• Operates x-ray equipment to make radiographs of designated portions of the body.
• Explains procedures to patients and addresses their concerns.
• Monitors, records and communicates as appropriate utilizing computerized documentation systems.
• Utilizes knowledge of age specific needs of patient in performance of duties and responsibilities.
• Practices radiation protection techniques to minimize radiation to patient and staff.
• Assists with transporting patients.
• Follows Standard Precautions using personal protective equipment as required.
• Excellent communication and customer service skills.
• Ability to work with minimal supervision.
• Ability to make independent decisions while maintaining tact, maturity and a positive attitude. Initiative and judgment required in assuming responsibilities.
• Participates in hospital and/or departmental quality improvement initiatives and seeks to improve department and inter-departmental processes

• Assists with other duties as assigned by department leadership

What qualifications you will need:

• Must be enrolled in an accredited school of Radiologic Technology and in good standing

• NCT License issued by the Texas Medical Board within 90 days of hire or transfer.

• BLS- BLS certification must be obtained by an HCA approved vendor.

Committed to the care and improvement of human life, Medical City Healthcare aims to deliver excellence - providing the highest quality, cost-effective healthcare in the communities it serves. With the resources and experience of HCA Healthcare, including 186 hospitals in the United States and England, Medical City Healthcare is one of the North Texas region's largest and most comprehensive healthcare providers and includes 16 hospitals, about 5000 working physicians, and more than 17,000 employees in Dallas-Fort Worth.

HCA Healthcare has been recognized as one of the World’s Most Ethical Companies® by the Ethisphere Institute more than ten times. In recent years, HCA Healthcare spent an estimated $3.7 billion in cost for the delivery of charitable care, uninsured discounts, and other uncompensated expenses.

"Bricks and mortar do not make a hospital. People do."- Dr. Thomas Frist, Sr.
HCA Healthcare Co-Founder

If you are looking for an opportunity that provides satisfaction and personal growth, we encourage you to apply for our Radiology Tech Extern PRN opening. We review all applications. Qualified candidates will be contacted for interviews. Unlock the possibilities and apply today!

We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status