Radiologic Technologist Job In Santa Fe, New Mexico
Therapeutic Radiologic Technologist /PerDiem
Santa Fe, New Mexico 87505 Type of Facility: Hospital
POSITION SUMMARY: Simulates and treats patients according to the physician’s prescription.
Requirements
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
EDUCATION: Graduate of an accredited Radiation Therapy Technology Program. Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Radiation Therapy Technology.
CERTIFICATION/LICENSES: Registered and certified by the American Registry of Radiologic Technology (ARRT) as an RTT. Current New Mexico State license.
SKILLS: Ability to operate a linear accelerator, computerized record and verify system, portal imager, CT/simulator, HDR and ultrasound. Excellent computer skills and trouble shooting ability.
EXPERIENCE: Prior experience as a radiation therapist or a new graduate.
NATURE OF SUPERVISION:
-Responsible to: Director, CHRISTUS St. Vincent Cancer Center
ENVIRONMENT:
- Bloodborne pathogens - B
Exposure to radiation, chemotherapy drugs, Hepatitis B, contagious diseases, infected wounds and needle puncture inherent in an acute care setting.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: Ability to move quickly, bending, stretching, lifting patients of all weights with assistance, pulling or pushing wheelchairs and stretchers. Manual dexterity, good vision, hearing and speech. Ability to lift heavy objects above the head or below knee level.
CHRISTUS Health is an international Catholic, faith-based, not-for-profit health system comprised of 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.
Sponsored by the Sisters of Charity of the Incarnate Word in Houston and San Antonio and the Sisters of the Holy Family of Nazareth, the mission of CHRISTUS Health is to extend the healing ministry of Jesus Christ.
To support our healthcare ministry, CHRISTUS Health employs approximately 45,000 Associates and has more than 15,000 physicians on staff who provide care and support for patients. CHRISTUS Health is listed among the top ten largest Catholic health systems in the United States.
EXTENDING THE HEALING MINISTRY OF JESUS CHRIST
We are inspired by our mission, vision and core values to deliver compassionate, high quality health care, improving the health of the communities we serve. Above all, we are committed to providing our customers and their family members with a truly unique healing experience, one that embodies our values and respects the dignity and worth of each person. Creating a health care system that is truly excellent in all areas is an ongoing effort.