Lead Radiology Technologist - Kelsey-Seybold Clinic - Fort Bend

Requisition Number: 2383580
Explore opportunities with Kelsey-Seybold Clinic, part of the Optum family of businesses. Work with one of the nation's leading health care organizations and build your career at one of our 40+ locations throughout Houston. Be part of a team that is nationally recognized for delivering coordinated and accountable care. As a multi-specialty clinic, we offer care from more than 900 medical providers in 65 medical specialties. Take on a rewarding opportunity to help drive higher quality, higher patient satisfaction and lower total costs. Join us and discover the meaning behind Caring. Connecting. Growing together.
Primary Responsibilities:

• Upon the order of a qualified physician, the Lead Radiology Technologist will utilize equipment, which produces ionizing radiation to obtain radiographs for diagnostic purposes according to policies, procedures, and protocols of the KSC Radiology Department and Kelsey Seybold Clinic. Equipment includes but is not limited to: fluoroscopic and/or digital radiographic and/or routine radiographic rooms used in combination with CR technology for image acquisition
• Imaging services vary by location, therefore, rotation through the ambulatory surgery center to provide radiographic support via utilization of a radiographic C-arm or portable unit and the performance fluoroscopic exams may be required depending on assigned site
• The Lead Radiology Technologist will utilize the designated Radiology Information System (RIS) to complete clerical processes and the designated Patient Archiving System (PACS)
• May be assigned to other duties, technical or non-technical if training, experience and credentials are deemed adequate by supervisor to perform those duties
• Gives input to Supervisor concerning room and staff schedules
• Provides comments and observations regarding team members' performance, conduct, and skills to Supervisor
• Participates in the selection of candidates and completes the skills checklist for new hires
• In the absence of the Supervisor, serves as primary contact for technologists' questions or issues

You'll be rewarded and recognized for your performance in an environment that will challenge you and give you clear direction on what it takes to succeed in your role as well as provide development for other roles you may be interested in.
Required Qualifications:

• High School diploma or equivalent
• Graduate of an AMA approved school of Radiologic Technology
• ARRT (R) MRT-General Certificate
• BLS through American Heart Association
• 3+ years of Radiology Tech experience or 1+ years of KSC Radiology Tech experience
• Ability to use computer keyboard and grasp elements of digital image acquisition
• Proven excellent verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills

Preferred Qualifications:

• Associates in Applied Science-Radiology Technology
• PACS and RIS experience

Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to local labor markets, education, work experience, certifications, etc. In addition to your salary, we offer benefits such as, a comprehensive benefits package, incentive and recognition programs, equity stock purchase and 401k contribution (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements). No matter where or when you begin a career with us, you'll find a far-reaching choice of benefits and incentives. The hourly pay for this role will range from $29.00 to $52.00 per hour based on full-time employment. We comply with all minimum wage laws as applicable.
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