Radiology Tech
Place of Performance:
Houston, TX
A-Team Solutions is seeking a Radiology Tech for a full time position for a local correctional facility in Houston, TX.
Job Duties:
The contractor shall provide the following Radiology Technician services which include, but are not limited to, the items listed below. Therefore, the contractor shall be capable of performing any and all radiology procedures needed without any technical support. The current radiological equipment provided at FDC Houston, TX is a digital machine. Knowledge of digital equipment is preferred but not required.
-Perform routine radiologic procedures ordered by the medical staff for the inmate population at FDC Houston.
-Perform routine exams requiring venipuncture with documented training.
-Work with an inmate population from a variety of cultural, racial, religious and ethnic backgrounds.
-Evaluate radiographic equipment for calibrations and repairs.
-Possess knowledge of basic emergency situations that may occur during special radiographic procedures.
-Schedule inmates and maintain records.
-Possess knowledge of various pathological abnormalities as demonstrated by radiographic imaging.
-Independently assess and select technical exposure factors and positions necessary to obtain a proper quality diagnostic exam.
-Receive clinic patients and perform/document appropriate vital signs.
-Independently perform all radiographic procedures; i.e., chest, bone, skull, spines, and portable x-rays, etc.
-Notify Radiologist, or referring Physician of any preliminary abnormalities seen while patient is undergoing an exam, so that additional views, or exams can be ordered if needed.
-Coordinate transfer of patient radiologic records to ensure continuity of care.
-Work with Clinical Director to ensure monitoring and evaluation activities are completed.
-Operate other medical equipment such as EKG, spirometers and other apparatus with documented training.
-Act as liaison between radiologist and medical staff.
-Receive training and orientation and comply with correctional techniques as they pertain to medical services.
-Develop a working knowledge of FDC Houston's medical protocols.
-Wear outer protective clothing and obey CDC universal precautions at all times.
-Work with the Improving Organizational Performance Coordinator to develop and monitor studies for operational improvement.
-Function in other duties commensurate of a Radiological Technician.
-Computerization and printing of daily log;
-Computerization and printing of exam requisitions;
-Printing of all folder and exam labels;
-Completing of all x-ray studies ordered by the medical staff;
-Preparing x-rays for shipment to the radiologist for interpretation;
-Transport of x-rays to radiologist for interpretation;
-Transport all x-rays from radiologist after interpretation;
-Assisting the staff with maintenance of equipment and supplies, and notifying staff when supplies are needed;
-Conducting quality assurance tests and daily maintenance on x-ray equipment as needed;
-Assisting with FDA inspections and preparation for Accreditation Association for Ambulatory Health Care (AAAHC) and program review as needed; assuring that all x-ray requests are completed properly; and computerization of patient logs and repeated analysis.
Requirements:
The contract employee shall be fully licensed to perform radiological procedures by the American Registry of Radiology Technologist. Background clearance packets submitted by potential Contractor employees shall be accompanied by a certified or photo copy of their current license.
The Contractor must be Cardio-Pulmonary Resuscitation certified, in accordance with the American Red Cross of American Heart Association.
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Work location: Houston, TX