Purpose
The Radiology Technologist supports the radiology team by preparing examination rooms, assisting patients during procedures, and maintaining imaging equipment. This position works closely with radiologists, nurses, and other medical staff to ensure high-quality patient care and key responsibilities include patient preparation, equipment handling, and administrative tasks.
Responsibilities
Patient Preparation
- Positions patients for imaging procedures.
- Explains procedures to patients and answers questions.
- Ensures patient comfort and safety during examinations.
Equipment Handling
- Operates radiologic equipment under supervision.
- Maintains and calibrates imaging equipment.
- Ensures all equipment is functional and properly maintained.
Administrative Tasks
- Schedules appointments and maintains patient records.
- Processes imaging orders and updates digital filing systems.
- Adheres to clinic protocols and safety guidelines.
Quality Control
- Ensures adherence to safety protocols.
- Maintains a clean and organized work area.
- Monitors inventory and stocks necessary supplies.
Required Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Current American Registry of Radiologic Technologist (ARRT) certification
- Current CPR Certification.
- Quickly learns and applies new technical skills.
- Prioritizes patient needs and ensures satisfaction.
- Takes initiative and acts decisively.
- Builds effective relationships with colleagues and patients.
- Plans and organizes tasks efficiently.
Relevant education and experience may be substituted as appropriate.
Preferred Qualifications
- Associate's degree in radiologic technology or related field.
- Relevant experience in radiology or medical assistance.
- Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
- Certified Radiologic Technologist (CRT) or equivalent.
- Texas General Medical Radiologic Technologist (MRT)license
Salary Range
$68,000 + depending on qualifications
Working Environment and Equipment
- Standard office equipment
- Repetitive use of a keyboard
- May be exposed to such occupational hazards as communicable diseases, blood borne pathogens, ionizing and non-ionizing radiation, hazardous medications and disoriented or combative patients, or others.
Required Materials
Resume/CV
- 3 work references with their contact information; at least one reference should be from a supervisor
- Letter of interest
Importantfor applicants who are NOT current university employees or contingent workers:You will be prompted to submit your resume the first time you apply, then you will be provided an option to upload a new Resume for subsequent applications. Any additional Required Materials (letter of interest, references, etc.) will be uploaded in the Application Questions section; you will be able to multi-select additional files. Before submitting your online job application, ensure thatALLRequired Materials have been uploaded. Once your job application has been submitted, you cannot make changes.
Important for Current university employees and contingent workers:As a current university employee or contingent worker, you MUST apply within Workday by searching for Find UT Jobs. If you are a current University employee, log-in to Workday, navigate to your Worker Profile, click the Career link in the left hand navigation menu and then update the sections in your Professional Profile before you apply. This information will be pulled in to your application. The application is one page and you will be prompted to upload your resume. In addition, you must respond to the application questionspresented to upload any additional Required Materials (letter of interest, references, etc.) that were noted above.