Lead Advance Application Technologist

Job Description

Interested in a career with both meaning and growth? Whether your abilities are in direct patient care or one of the many other areas of healthcare administration and support, everyone at Parkland works together to fulfill our mission: the health and well-being of individuals and communities entrusted to our care. By joining Parkland, you become part of a diverse healthcare legacy that’s served our community for more than 125 years. Put your skills to work with us, seek opportunities to learn and join a talented team where patient care is more than a job. It’s our passion.

Primary Purpose

This position is accountable for advanced applications to ensure that proper procedures, protocols, and methods of acquisition are utilized for optimal images and patient care.

MINIMUM SPECIFICATIONS

Education:

Must be a graduate of an accredited imaging program for any of the following primary pathways:
- Radiography
- Magnetic Resonance Imaging
- Nuclear Medicine Technology
- Sonography
- Vascular Sonography

Prefer a Bachelor’s degree in a health care related field.

Equivalent Education and/or Experience:

- None.

Certification/Registration/Licensure:

If working in Diagnostic Radiography(DX) or Interventional Radiology (IR):
- Must have American Registry of Radiologic Technologist (ARRT) (R) certification as a Registered Radiologic Technologist
- Must have a Medical Radiologic Technologist (MRT) certification from Texas Department of State Health Services (TDSHS) or Texas Medical Board

If working in Computed Tomography (CT):
- Must have American Registry of Radiologic Technologist (ARRT) (CT) certification as a Registered CT Technologist
- Must have a Medical Radiologic Technologist (MRT) certification from Texas Department of State Health Services (TDSHS) or Texas Medical Board

If working in Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI):
- Must have American Registry of Radiologic Technologist (ARRT) (MR) certification as a Registered MRI Technologist

If working in Mammography (MA):
- Must have American Registry of Radiologic Technologist (ARRT) (M) certification as a Mammography Technologist
- Must have a Medical Radiologic Technologist (MRT) certification from Texas Department of State Health Services (TDSHS) or Texas Medical Board

If working in Nuclear Medicine (NM) and/or PET/CT:
- Must have American Registry of Radiologic Technologist (ARRT) (N) certification as a Registered Nuclear Medicine Technologist or be a Certified Nuclear Medicine Technologist (CNMT) with the Nuclear Medicine Technology Certification Board (NMTCB)
- Must have a Medical Radiologic Technologist (MRT) certification from Texas Department of State Health Services (TDSHS) or Texas Medical Board

If working in Ultrasound (US):
- Must be registered in the sub specialty of abdomen [by ARDMS (RDMS (AB)) or ARRT (S)] and vascular sonography [by ARDMS RVT or CCI-RVS].

If working in Vascular Lab:
- Must be registered in the sub specialty vascular sonography [by ARDMS RVT or CCI-RVS].

In any department, all positions 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 full competency in performing advanced procedures and the use of post processing applications.

Must possess a working knowledge of computer software applications, including advanced applications.

Must be able to demonstrate good time management, interpersonal and verbal/written communication skills.

Must be able to assess and or determine process flow requirements that will lead to improved advanced applications outcomes.

Must be able to demonstrates independent judgement, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills when appropriate.

Parkland Health and Hospital System prohibits discrimination based on age (40 or over), race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, disability, national origin, marital status, political belief, or veteran status.