What are the responsibilities and job description for the OR, Radiologic/X-Ray Technologist, PRN position at University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center?
Why UT Southwestern?
With over 75 years of excellence in Dallas-Fort Worth, Texas, UT Southwestern is committed to excellence, innovation, teamwork, and compassion. At UT Southwestern, we invest in you with opportunities for career growth and development that align with your future goals and help to provide security for you and your family. Our highly competitive benefits package offers healthcare, PTO and paid holidays, on-site childcare, wage, merit increases and so much more that are all available on the day you start work. UT Southwestern is honored to be a Veteran Friendly work environment that is home to approximately 800 veterans. We value your integrity, dedication, and the commitment you've made to our country. We're proud to support your next mission. Ranked by Forbes as one of the Top 10 National Employers, we invite you to be a part of the UT Southwestern team where you'll discover teamwork, professionalism, and consistent opportunities for growth. The #1 Best Hospital in DFW | UT Southwestern Medical Center (utswmed.org)
To learn more about the benefits UT Southwestern offers, visit
Experience and Education
American Registry of Radiologic Technologists - ARRT (R) required. Licensed by Texas Medical Board (TMB) as a Medical Radiologic Technologist. Basic Life Support (BLS) certification, course accredited by the American Heart Association (AHA) or American Red Cross (ARC) by first day of employment is required. Associates degree in Radiologic Sciences or Graduate from AMA approved school; Bachelor's degree preferred.
Job Duties
- Reviews OR schedule, coordinating / flexing to OR case load. Adjusting technical factors specific to diagnostic imaging equipment to include sterile procedure, OR staff assistance and patient assessment. Recognizes and communicates any changes in hemodynamic data, patient symptoms and responses.
- Demonstrates ability to produce timely and quality diagnostic images while properly following established protocols. Operates table and equipment for optimal fluoroscopic visualization. Sets parameters for radiation dose and digital acquisition of images. Provides radiation protection for patient, staff and self by adhering to prescribed practices and safety standards. Assists the surgeon as needed in performing procedures.
- Ensures that images and records are properly completed with patient identification data and appropriate labeling. Utilizes technical knowledge and skills to perform procedures accurately and in a timely manner in accordance with age specific criteria.
- Completes exam charges and image documentation in a timely manner. Administers intravenous injections of contrast material as appropriate, observes patients for adverse reactions.
- Quality Control ~ Troubleshoots and reports minor problems with imaging systems and workstations to the service engineer / biomed, with additional correspondence sent to imaging leadership. Performs processing functions on hybrid / OR systems and remote workstations. May include, but not limited to, knowledge of cross sectional anatomy, IVUS, WorkSpot, vessel navigation, roadmapping, subtraction, TerraRecon and power injector. Must be able to lift 40-50 pounds.
- Responds to inquiries / calls / emails in a timely and professional manner. Utilizes the organizational culture behaviors to include PACT and AIDET. Actively participates in codes and rapid responses.
- Communicates shift hand off regarding workflow issues with equipment or pending exams with oncoming staff. Engages in equitable distribution of departmental workloads. Actively participates in providing orientation and training for new hires and students ensuring that procedures are performed according to set standards.
- Functions in the department as a part of an interdisciplinary team, and collaborates in the care and service delivery process of patient care through effective communication with other service lines. Prioritizes exams to ensure smooth workflow, minimize wait times and address stat requests.
- Adheres to hospital policies, procedures, competencies, regulatory compliance, infection control, hospital education, new yearly metrics / department goals, patient satisfaction, and fiscally responsible with regards to equipment, supplies scheduling, overtime, etc.
- Maintains patient confidentiality (HIPAA) and ensures that all processes and procedures are maintained to secure and protect all workstations in all work areas.
- Other Duties : Performs other duties as assigned.
Working Conditions
Work is performed primarily in a hospital or hospital clinic environment.
Security
This position is security-sensitive and subject to Texas Education Code 51.215, which authorizes UT
Southwestern to obtain criminal history record information
UT Southwestern Medical Center is committed to an educational and working environment that provides equal opportunity to all members of the University community. As an equal opportunity employer, UT Southwestern prohibits unlawful discrimination, including discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, or veteran status
Benefits UT Southwestern is proud to offer a competitive and comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees. Our benefits are designed to support your overall wellbeing, and include :
