POSITION SUMMARY: Performs radiographic procedures as requested by physicians.  Provides care for patients while obtaining diagnostic quality images for interpretation by a Radiologist.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

EDUCATION: High school diploma or equivalent and graduation from accredited Radiologic Technology Program required.

CERTIFICATION/LICENSES:  ARRT and New Mexico State licenses required.  Basic Life Support (BLS) issued through American Heart Association required, or must obtain within two weeks from date of hire or transfer.

SKILLS: Thorough knowledge of radiographic imaging equipment, anatomy and physiology, radiographic positioning, medical terminology and basic computer skills.

EXPERIENCE:  Minimum one year experience required which can be substituted with clinical education experience.

NATURE OF SUPERVISION:

-Responsible to:  Service Line Director

ENVIRONMENT:

- Bloodborne pathogen C

Exposure to various body fluids and ionizing radiation.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:  Prolonged, extensive or considerate standing and walking.  Lifts, positions, pushes and or transfers patients and equipment in excess of 50 lbs.

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About CHRISTUS Health

CHRISTUS HEALTH is an international Catholic, faith-based, not-for-profit health system comprised of almost more than 600 services and facilities, including more than 60 hospitals and long-term care facilities, 350 clinics and outpatient centers, and dozens of other health ministries and ventures. CHRISTUS operates in 6 U.S. states, Colombia, Chile and 6 states in Mexico. To support our health care ministry, CHRISTUS Health employs approximately 45,000 Associates and has more than 15,000 physicians on medical staffs who provide care and support for patients. CHRISTUS Health is listed among the top ten largest Catholic health systems in the United States.

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