Radiologic Technologist-PRN
Company: Parkland Health and Hospital System
Location: Dallas
Posted on: March 6, 2026
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Job Description:
Job Description Location: Main Hospital Bldg - 2nd Floor Primary
Purpose Responsible for acquiring quality diagnostic radiographic
images for all diagnostic imaging procedures in assigned area of
Radiology to provide optimal patient care. Minimum Specifications
Education - Must be a graduate of an accredited Radiology Program.
Experience - None required. Equivalent Education and/or Experience
- Equivalent education that is recognized and accepted by the
American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) to be eligible
to sit for the ARRT(R) credential exam.
Certification/Registration/Licensure - Must have American Registry
of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) with certification in
Radiography (R) within 3 months of hire. - Must have a Texas
Department of State Health Services (TDSHS) - Medical Radiologic
Technologist (MRT) certification 6 months of hire. Must have a
current Healthcare Provider CPR course completion card or obtain
certification during initial orientation at Parkland from one of
the following: - American Heart Association - American Red Cross
Rescuer - Military Training Network Skills or Special Abilities -
Must be able to demonstrate time management, organizational, and
interpersonal skills. - Must be able to demonstrate oral and
written communication skills. - Must be able to demonstrate
knowledge of Radiologic equipment. - Must be able to demonstrate
patient centered/patient valued behaviors. Responsibilities -
Responsible for production quality radiographs of basic and complex
exams/procedures, while adapting procedures and technical factors
in relation to patient conditions and history. Participates in
quality review program. Responsible for understanding and adhering
to radiation safety regulations and infection control standards
established by Parkland and accreditation agencies to ensure that
Radiologic procedures are carried out safely. - Utilizes technical
knowledge and skills to perform procedures accurately and in a
timely manner in accordance with age specific criteria. Completes
exam charges and image documentation in a timely manner.
Administers contrast material in the correct dosage, route and
observes patients for adverse reactions. Enters accurate patient
exam data into the electronic health record. Responsible for
equipment, supplies, and room preparation in order to ensure
appropriate set-up before each procedure. - Interviews patient (two
patient identifier), conducts patient screening (when applicable)
and obtains medical history pertaining to procedure's clinical
criteria. Explains procedure and instructs patient on necessary
requirements needed to provide diagnostic images. Answers
questions/screening concerning procedures and contrast for relevant
exams. Assists the physician as needed in performing procedures.
Ensures that images and records are properly completed with patient
identification data and appropriate labeling. - Maintains equipment
including running quality assurance checks and notifying supervisor
of maintenance needs. Maintains a record of quality assurance tests
to ensure that equipment runs efficiently and effectively.
Maintains all passwords to each computer system. Promptly reports
equipment malfunctions to supervisor or the appropriate engineering
department. - Transports patients to and from radiographic area as
needed and consults with physicians or other healthcare providers
regarding x-ray orders, performed procedures, and protocol to
ensure that radiographic needs are met. - Participates in
departmental Performance Improvement Programs, promotes Parkland
Health mission, vision, values, and its relationship to the work
environment, attends modality meetings satisfactorily. Functions in
the department as part of an interdisciplinary team and
collaborates in the care and service delivery process of patient
care through effective communication with other service lines.
Prioritizes exams with scheduling exams to ensure smooth workflow,
minimize wait times and address stat and urgent requests. -
Responds to inquiries, calls, emails in a timely and professional
manner. Communicates shift hand off regarding workflow issues with
equipment or pending exams with oncoming staff. Engages in
equitable distribution of departmental workloads. Serves as a
resource and role model to other staff and team members. - Takes
responsibility for own professional growth and development by
maintaining ARRT and State licensure. Completes mandatory Parkland
training. Integrates knowledge gained into current work practices.
- Serves as a patient advocate by consistently demonstrating
proactive customer service skills and compliance with Parkland
Mission, Vision, and Values. - Serves as a resource and role model
to other staff, team members, and students with training,
engagement and positive motivation. May serve as the Technologist
in charge for supervising departmental operations. Requisition ID:
996572
Keywords: Parkland Health and Hospital System, Grapevine , Radiologic Technologist-PRN, Healthcare , Dallas, Texas