Radiology Tech

Company: UT Health Tyler
Location: Tyler
Posted on: February 15, 2025

Job Description:

Overview

You may be eligible for a sign-on bonus of up to $10,000. You may also be eligible for relocation assistance . Join our team as an evening shift, full-time, Radiology Tech in Tyler, TX. Why Join Us? Thrive in a People-First Environment and Make Healthcare Better

• Thrive: We empower our team with career growth opportunities, tuition assistance , and resources that support your wellness, education, and financial well-being.
• People-First: We prioritize your well-being with paid time off, comprehensive health benefits, and a supportive, inclusive culture where you are valued and cared for.
• Make Healthcare Better: We use advanced technology to support our team and enhance patient care . Get to Know Your Team:
  • UT Health Tyler, the flagship hospital of the system, has 502 licensed beds specializing in advanced acute care medicine. Our hospital includes a 24-hour ER with Level 1 trauma center, a comprehensive stroke center, more than 500 physicians and a full complement of subspecialty groups.
    Responsibilities
    
    
    • Operates radiologic equipment to produce radiographs (X- rays) of body for diagnostic purposes, as
    • directed by Radiologist.
    • Positions patient on examining table and adjusts immobilization devices to obtain optimum views of specified area of body requested by physician.
    • Move x-ray equipment into specified position and adjusts equipment controls to set exposure factors, such as time and distance, based on knowledge of radiographic exposure techniques and protocols.
    • Practice radiation protection techniques, using beam restrictive devices, patient shielding skills, and knowledge of applicable exposure factors, to minimize radiation to patient and staff.
    • Operates mobile X-ray equipment in operating room, emergency room, or at patient's bedside.
      Qualifications
      
      Job Requirements:
      • High school diploma or GED equivalent
      • Graduate of an approved Radiologic Technology school
      • Registered by the ARRT within 90 days of employment
      • Licensed through the Texas Medical Board within 90 days of employment
      • A minimum of 1 years' recent experience in a clinic or healthcare setting preferred

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