Radiology Tech IVal Verde Regional Medical Center

Radiology Tech I

Category:

Radiology

Department:

Radiology

Status:

Full Time

Description:

Minimum Entry Level Qualifications

1. Registered with the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists.
2. Certified by the State of Texas to practice and administer ionizing radiation; Texas Medical Board License.
3. Certification in basic CPR.

Job Summary:

Per the Radiologic Technologist Career Ladder Agreement, a Rad Tech I will possess a minimum of one Registry. Under the direction of the Imaging Services Director and Radiologist, the technologist will provide services embracing the MVL and Core Values. Performs radiographic diagnostic imaging procedures to assist physicians in the diagnosis of disease, injuries, pain management, imaging guidance. Operates the radiographic equipment to produce radiographic recorded images of the body. Performs technological functions to ensure optimal diagnostic quality of patient care utilizing efficient and safe processes.

Specific Responsibilities:

1. Ability to work as a team member.
2. Attention to detail.
3. Properly identifies patients with two patient identifiers (Name & DOB). Maintains HIPPA compliance.
4. Exhibiting a high degree of tact, courtesy, and poise, explains procedures to patient to reduce anxieties and obtains patient cooperation, while using AIDET.
5. Possesses and demonstrates adequate knowledge to provide radiological services with techniques appropriate to pediatric, adolescent, adult and geriatric patients. In compliance with all radiation safety policies and procedures to minimize radiation to patient and staff (ALARA).
6. Administers ionizing radiation determining exposure factors based on height, weight, portion of body involved, and degree on penetration required. Adjusts equipment controls to set exposure factors and produce images of proper detail, density, and accuracy.
7. Maintains imaging equipment, procedure rooms stocked and clean ready for use.
8. Performs routine quality control measures and maintenance, diagnoses malfunctions, and arranges for repairs as needed.
9. Operates mobile radiologic equipment in operating room, emergency room, or at patient's bedside.
10. Processes images and reviews for proper identification and quality control. Prepares images for reading by radiologist or requesting physician.
11. Completes forms and maintains records, logs, and reports of work performed.
12. Orients new staff and trains students.
13. Reports "near misses" and inputs errors promptly into RL Solutions (Incident & Feedback Reporting System) to improve processes and identify trends. Contributes to identification of corrective actions and improvement activities, and contributes to meeting departmental and hospital targets for quality and safety.
14. Performs routine duties in an independent manner with minimal direct supervision and knows when to refer problems to Lead or Director.
15. Performs within the scope of other modalities utilizing ionizing radiation once competency is fulfilled.
16. Performs other related duties as necessary.

Posted:

Wednesday, July 15, 2026

Closing:

Open until filled

Contact information:

jobs@vvrmc.org

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