Staff Position

Senior - Surgical Technologist
Memorial Hermann Katy Hospital
Katy, TX
5x8 hrs

$26-34/hour

Overview

Start DateASAP
Shift Breakdown5x8 hrs
Facility Information
Not-For-Profit HospitalShort Term Acute CareLevel IV Trauma196 bedsOracle CernerNurse Residency Programs

Pay

Estimated pay

$26-34/hour

Benefits

Dental benefits
Vision benefits
Employee assistance programs
403b retirement plan
Health Care FSA
Dependent Care FSA
School loan reimbursement

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Description

At Memorial Hermann, we pursue a common goal of delivering high quality, efficient care while creating exceptional experiences for every member of our community. When we say every member of our community, that includes our employees. We know that when our employees feel cared for, heard and valued, they are inspired to create moments that exceed expectations, while prioritizing safety, compassion, personalization and efficiency. If you want to advance your career and contribute to our vision of creating healthier communities, now and for generations to come, we want you to be a part of our team.

Job Summary

Takes radiologic films of the body requiring specialized or complicated procedures to assist in the diagnosis of diseases and injuries. Acts as an assistant to the physician during invasive radiological procedures. The senior technologist serves as a preceptor, mentor, and resource to staff. Also assists management with supervisory responsibilities.Job Description

Minimum Qualifications

Education: Graduate of an accredited school of Radiologic Technology

Licenses/Certifications:

Certified in Basic or Advanced Life Support, required
Current license or temporary license by the Texas Medical Board (MRT), required
Registered Radiology Technologist by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT-R), required

Experience / Knowledge / Skills:

Four (4) years of prior experience as a Special Procedures Technologist
Ability to lift and/or maneuver patients in conjunction with others in order to perform job functions.

Principal Accountabilities

Performs special/invasive radiology procedures on patients ensuring compliance with all radiation safety procedures: Prepares patients for exam, explains procedure, administers contrast when necessary, positions patients for the exam, selects appropriate imaging techniques, and ensures technical quality of the images
Helps maintain appropriate patient flow and ensures delivery of quality services in the department
Demonstrates excellent technical skills. Acts as a resource and mentor to staff and less experienced technologists. Introduces and demonstrates new techniques to the other technologists.
Reviews incomplete exam list and unsigned report status routinely
Functions as a liaison between physicians, technologists and department support staff
Enters and monitors patient data and health history as its pertinent to the exam being performed
Performs quality assurance on radiology equipment. Recommends equipment modifications. Identifies and helps to resolve equipment malfunctions. Completes initial and renewal application for ACR and any other accreditation.
Maintains safety, environmental, and infection control procedures for the department
Helps schedule technologists to ensure appropriate staffing for expected patient volume
Intervenes with patients to help resolve complaints and issues
Responsible for supply management
Takes emergency call within the department.
Ensures safe care to patients, staff and visitors; adheres to all Memorial Hermann policies, procedures, and standards within budgetary specifications including time management, supply management, productivity and quality of service.
Promotes individual professional growth and development by meeting requirements for mandatory/continuing education and skills competency; supports department-based goals which contribute to the success of the organization; serves as preceptor, mentor and resource to less experienced staff.
Demonstrates commitment to caring for every member of our community by creating compassionate and personalized experiences. Models Memorial Hermann's service standards by providing safe, caring, personalized and efficient experiences to patients and colleagues.
Other duties as assigned

Luis Garcia

Memorial Hermann Health System

Memorial Hermann Health System Job ID #100161250. Posted job title: senior special procedures tech, hybrid or

Facility

Memorial Hermann Katy Hospital

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Med Surg / Telemetry (RN)

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Not-For-Profit Hospital
Short Term Acute Care
Level IV Trauma
196 beds
Oracle Cerner
Nurse Residency Programs

ADDRESS23900 Katy FwyKaty, TX 77494

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Employer

Memorial Hermann Health System

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Compensation

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Work Environment

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3.0rating

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Surgical Technologist (Allied Health Professional)

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About

Company Overview:Charting a better future. A future that’s built upon the HEALTH of our community. This is the driving force for Memorial Hermann, redefining health care for the individuals and many diverse populations we serve. Our 6,600+ affiliated physicians and 33,000+ employees practice the highest standards of safe, evidence-based, quality care to provide a personalized and outcome-oriented experience across our more than 270 care delivery sites. As one of the largest not-for-profit health systems in Southeast Texas, Memorial Hermann has an award-winning and nationally acclaimed Accountable Care Organization, 17* hospitals and numerous specialty programs and services conveniently located throughout the Greater Houston area. Memorial Hermann-Texas Medical Center is one of the nation's busiest Level I trauma centers and serves as the primary teaching hospital for McGovern Medical School at UTHealth. For more than 114 years, our focus has been the best interest of our community, contributing more than $411 million annually through school-based health centers and other community benefit programs. Now and for generations to come, the health of our community will be at the center of what we do – charting a better future for all.
*Memorial Hermann Health System owns and operates 14 hospitals and has joint ventures with three other hospital facilities, including Memorial Hermann Surgical Hospital First Colony, Memorial Hermann Surgical Hospital Kingwood and Memorial Hermann Rehabilitation Hospital-Katy.
Our MissionMemorial Hermann Health System is a non-profit, values-driven, community-owned health system dedicated to improving health.
Our VisionTo create healthier communities, now and for generations to come.
Our ValuesCommunity: We value diversity and inclusion and commit to being the best healthcare provider, employer and partner.Compassion: We understand our privileged role in people's lives and care for everyone with kindness and respect.Credibility: We conduct ourselves and our business responsibly and prioritize safety, quality and service when making decisions.Courage: We act bravely to innovate and achieve world-class experience and outcomes for patients, consumers, partners and the community.

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