Job Title

Limited Medical Radiology Technician

Agency

Tarleton State University

Department

Chief Medical Officer

Proposed Minimum Salary

$21.15 hourly

Job Location

Stephenville, Texas

Job Type

Staff

Job Description

The Limited Medical Radiology Technician (LMRT), under general physician supervision, operates x-ray equipment with the supervision of the Chief Medical Officer. This position also serves as the lead medical assistant and is responsible for the delivery of patient care that promotes the safety and well-being of all patients. Oversees the cleanliness of exam and treatment rooms and monitors patient care rooms and nurses’ stations. Serves as a mentor and assists supervisor with training and supervision of medical assistant I staff and student workers.

This position is located in Stephenville, TX. Work hours are M-F 8:00 am – 5:00 pm. Must be available for occasional on-call x-ray duties involving the care of student athlete injuries that may occur after hours.  Must be able to work remotely at the request of the University.

Responsibilities:

50% Radiology

• Operates radiographic equipment, positions patients, and takes x-rays of patients’ chest, limbs, or other parts of the body.

• Performs related work as assigned, including but not limited to, insurance verifications, pre-authorizations, and referrals. Ensures x-ray units meet standards required by laws, rules, and departmental policies.

• Assists RSO (Radiation Safety Officer) with duties to ensure safer operation of x-rays equipment and ensure compliance with inspections and annual fees.

• Must be available for occasional on-call x-ray duties involving the care of student athlete injuries that may occur after hours. 

• Assists with upkeep and maintenance of ultrasound equipment as the need arises.

50% Medical Assistant

• Serves as the lead medical assistant for the Chief Medical Officer and provides patient care activities on a daily basis.  May also assist the other medical providers with their patients on an as needed basis.

• Transfers patients from reception to patient care areas. Measures vital signs such as blood pressure, temperature, pulse respiration and obtains height and weight.

• Interviews patients for updated medical history and documents information and other activities in the electronic medical records. Prepares patients for tests, exams, and procedures and provides basic patient education.

• Performs basic procedures including, but not limited to: injections, vision screening, auditory exams, ear lavage, minor wound care, nebulizer treatments, throat swabs, fitting ortho slings, splints, and braces.  

• May occasionally assist with applying casts and removing them with a cast saw.  Assists and/or chaperones physician during exams or procedures, transfers specimen, and documents testing and lab results in medical records.

• Serves as a liaison between patient and providers.

• Prepares and administers injections and dispenses medication as directed by physician.

• Oversees and ensures the cleanliness of exam and treatment rooms are maintained at the highest standards to prevent spread of infection in patient-care areas.

• Monitors the stocking of patient care rooms and nurses’ stations to ensure supplies are on hand as needed for patient care.

• Serves as a mentor for best practices to Medical Assistant I staff and student workers. Assists supervisor with training and supervision of Medical Assistant I staff and student workers.

• Updates health information in electronic medical records. Assists providers in maintenance of electronic medical records.

• May draw blood and collect blood samples from patients and prepare specimens for laboratory analysis.

• Escalates non-routine issues, questions and/or concerns to the supervisor or healthcare provider(s).

• Performs office projects and tasks as assigned by the supervisor. Fills in for others and performs other duties as assigned to assist other team members.

Education and Experience:
-Associates degree in Radiologic Technology or equivalent combination of education and experience.
-3 Years of related experience

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
-Knowledge of word processing and spreadsheet applications.  

-Knowledge of imaging equipment and its regular maintenance.
-Ability to multitask and work cooperatively with others.

Registrations, Certifications, and Licenses:

-LMRT or NCT licensing
-Certification by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologist (ARRT)

Institution Overview: Tarleton State University is an energetic, comprehensive Carnegie R2 Doctoral University: High Research Activity, with the elective Community Engagement classification, and a new member of the Association of Public and Land-grant Universities. The Wall Street Journal’s latest rankings have Tarleton State fifth among U.S. schools highly recommended by their students and recent alumni. Fall 2023 brought another all-time-high enrollment, outpacing many institutions nationwide. Our total of over 14,500 students is an increase of 10% from 2019, making Tarleton one of the fastest growing universities in Texas.

Salary

The target base salary is $21.15/hour and may be negotiable based on funding availability and candidate experience/skillset in relation to the minimum requirements of this position. Tarleton State University offers a career filled with purpose and opportunity in addition to competitive wages. As part of the Tarleton family, the following benefits are also available to full time and qualifying part time employees:

Educational Benefits - employee perks that help enrich, grow, and foster career and professional development:

• Family Education Benefit (Tuition Scholarship) – scholarship opportunities for Tarleton employees, their spouses, or their dependents available after 6 months of continued full-time employment. Click the link to learn more about this incredible Texan benefit!

• Doctoral Educational Assistance – Full-time budgeted employees at all A&M System Universities, Agencies, and System Offices are qualified for reimbursement of tuition and mandatory fees. Eligibility: This program is applicable to the pursuit of a first doctorate degree only to full-time, budgeted employees who have been in a position no less than 2 long semesters. Click the link for additional details!

Employee Health, Wellness, and Financial Planning

• Fully covered employee health insurance

  • Reimbursement of Insurance Premium Deductions! The State of Texas contributes to eligible employees’ insurance coverages as of the 1st day of the month following 60 days of employment in an eligible position. For those who elect coverage PRIOR to the first of the month after 60 days of employment, Tarleton State University will reimburse employees the State contribution towards health coverage during those first 60 days.

• Dental insurance

• Vision insurance

• Retirement and Insurance programs

Paid Leave

Tarleton employees enjoy one of the greatest PTO packages in the area!

• Paid sick leave

• Holiday pay

• Vacation

• Longevity pay

• Paid Birthday Leave – Tarleton State University awards all leave-eligible employees paid time off for their birthday!

Other

• Complimentary tickets to all Athletic and Performing Fine Arts events!

  • Tarleton Employees enjoy two complimentary general admission tickets for athletics and performing fine arts events on campus! Join Texan Nation on the bleachers or in the auditorium.

• Employee Wellness Release Time

• Staff Gym Membership Discount with Campus Recreation

• and other Tarleton Discounts

Qualified candidates are encouraged to submit a completed application for consideration. Initial review of applications will begin immediately and continue until position is filled.

Application Procedure:

During the application process applicants have one opportunity to enter the requested information, upload documents and Submit the application. Applicants will not be able to make changes or add additional documents once the application materials have been submitted via "Submit" action.

Employment applications must include:

• Completed online application

• Cover Letter / Letter of Interest addressing qualifications

• Curriculum Vitae or Resume

• At least 3 current professional references and their full contact information

Applications received by Tarleton State University must have all job application data entered.  Failure to provide all job application data could result in an invalid submission and a rejected application.  “See resume” is not an acceptable entry in the job application.  Incomplete applications will not be considered.

All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution’s verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution’s procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.

Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Veterans/Disability Employer.

All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution’s verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution’s procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.

Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Veterans/Disability Employer.