Associate Degree In Applied Science Jobs in Elgin, TX

Description

Assists Physician and in charge Registered Nurse with basic patient care based on individual patient needs within the scope of practice under direct supervision of the Nurse Director. Additionally, operates radiologic equipment to produce radiographs (x-rays) and CT scans of body for diagnostic purposes.

Requirements

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Provides supportive care to the patients under the direction of the registered nurse in charge and/or physician.  
• Performs patient skill sets such as taking height and weight measurements, vital signs, IV initiations, blood draws, documenting as needed to assist the nurse and physician with patient care.
• Upon physicians' orders performs diagnostic testing using x-ray and/or computer tomography (CT scan) equipment in accordance with protocol.
• Produces a quality image and uploads such images for radiology reads/interpretations.
• Applies proper techniques and practices while performing diagnostic testing using radiology equipment and lab procedures.
• Reports lab and radiology results immediately to registered nurse and/or physician.
• Assists registered nurse and physicians with assessments, examinations and treatment.
• Performs other duties such as crutch walking, dressing changes and assisting physician with splint or cast application.

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Knowledge of anatomy and physiology. 
• Knowledge of the current trends and techniques of x-ray technology.
• Ability to learn to conduct quality control studies; learn to use computerized radiologic equipment; learn to operate a computer for recordkeeping purposes.
• Basic Computer knowledge.

Education and Experience:

• Associate degree in Applied Science or equivalent with diploma/certification from accredited school of Radiology Technologist.
• At least Two (2) years experience as a Radiology Technologist at a hospital or emergency room setting.   
• ARRT Certification required.
• CPR/BLS Certification required.
• Current license from the Texas Department of State Health Service for Radiology Technologist required.

Additional Requirements:

• Prolonged periods standing, reaching and bending.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds at times. 
• Physical strength and agility to position patients for a variety of diagnostic examinations.
• All employees of Ally are responsible for complying with all privacy and security laws and internal policies and procedures. You will play an active role in protecting the company's sensitive data and ensuring that our patient's information is treated with the utmost care and confidence. You are responsible for reporting any concerns or infractions that you become aware of so that the company may appropriately address them.
• You are responsible for protecting the credentials provided to you to access Company (and customer, where applicable) networks, systems, and data.
• You are responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of all Ally and customer data to which you are granted access. Any suspected compromises of Ally proprietary data or customer data must be reported to Management immediately.
• You will adhere to the Company's Information Security Policy and Procedures and support standard operating procedures to protect Company systems and data.
• You will alert management immediately with any expected system or data compromises and/or system failure impacting the security, confidentiality, availability, and integrity of Ally Medical and customer data.
• You will be required to attend an annual Information Security Awareness Training.

As Ally Medical ER continues to grow we remain committed to delivering exemplary experiences to our patients and our employees in alignment with our company Mission and Core Values. As such, hiring decisions are based on experience, skills and passion, as well as how candidates can enhance Ally Medical and the company culture.

Ally Medical is an Equal Opportunity Employer. That means that we support diversity and inclusion and do not discriminate against qualified employees or applicants because of race, color, religion, gender identity, sex, sexual preference, sexual identity, pregnancy, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, age, marital status, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, military status, or any other characteristic protected by federal or state law or local ordinance.