Radiology Tech CT Simulator - UNM Medical Group, Inc.

UNM Medical Group, Inc. is hiring for a Radiology Tech CT Simulator to join our UNM Comprehensive Cancer Center. This is a Monday through Friday job with schedules from 6:00am-3pm, 7:00am-4:00pm or 8:00am-5:00pm located in Albuquerque, New Mexico. There will also be weekend call shifts. This position will be required to attend the Radiation Therapy school which is approximately a one year program.

Salary determined based on years of experience

More About This Opportunity:

The selected individual will be required to attend Radiation Therapy School after one year of employment. The radiation therapy program tuition will be paid by UNMCCC with a contract to work as a Radiation Therapist for three years after passing the board exam. If the individual fails or quits the radiation therapy school, the employee would reimburse UNMCCC all monies paid for school.

Note: This position is designed to prepare the Radiation Tech/CT Sim for Radiation Therapy school (RTT program) and is not meant to be a position for continuous employment. The selected candidate must have a minimum cumulative grade point average (GPA) of 2.5 or greater.

• If the employee is not accepted into the RTT program, they would not be able to maintain the position as Radiology Tech - CT Simulator.
• If the employee is accepted to the RTT program, employee will be required to take the Radiation Therapy Board exam no later than six months after and with no more than two attempts. After successful completion of the Radiation Therapy Board exam, employee’s job title will be reclassified as a Radiation Therapist.

Summary

Under general supervision, performs prescribed radiologic, ultrasound, and/or CT procedures requiring specialized knowledge and skills in support of the provision of diagnostic and/or therapeutic services to a specified patient population. May prepare and administer various chemical mixtures as appropriate to the nature of the procedures being carried out. May work in a research or clinical environment.

Minimum Job Requirements of a Radiology Tech CT Simulator:

American Registry of Radiologic Technology (ARRT) Certification. State of NM RRT License. No experience required. Completed degree from an accredited institution that are above the minimum education requirement may be substituted for experience on a year for year basis. Verification of education and licensure will be required if selected for hire.

Duties and Responsibilities of a Radiology Tech - CT Simulator:

1. Ensures proper care in the use and maintenance of equipment and supplies; promotes continuous improvement of workplace safety and environmental practices.
2. Maintains stock supplies and assists administrators in determining quantities for purchase; performs general office duties such as delivering and retrieving film, recording procedure codes for billing purposes, typing forms, and scheduling patients.
3. Prepares patient for radiographic, ultrasound, or CT Scan procedures as appropriate to requirements; explains procedures to patients and positions patients as appropriate to prescribed procedure; assists patients at end of procedure.
4. Follows prescribed procedure in the administration of radiography, ultrasound, or CT scans; determines appropriate calibrations and/or techniques, arranges immobilization and/or support devices, and selects appropriate film or film printing device.
5. Develops or prints film as appropriate, in accordance with proper photographic techniques.
6. Prepares written status reports and maintains records of work performed.
7. Prepares facilities in accordance with procedural requirements; calibrates equipment, and prepares medicine and materials as required; cleans and disinfects equipment in accordance with sterile procedures and standards.
8. Performs miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned.

About UNM Medical Group, Inc.

UNM Medical Group, Inc. (UNMMG) is the practice plan organization for physicians and other medical providers associated with the UNM Health Sciences Center. UNMMG is a New Mexico non-profit corporation and is an equal opportunity employer. UNMMG strives to mitigate health disparities brought about by technology; we aim to reach underrepresented populations, making healthcare more equitable and accessible for all of the people in New Mexico; we have a demonstrated commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and student success as well as working with broadly diverse communities.

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Commitment:

We will strive as an institution and as individuals to recognize, cultivate and promote all forms of diversity and to foster health and well-being throughout New Mexico by weaving cultural humility and respect for all people.

About UNM Comprehensive Cancer Center:

The department of Radiation Oncology is growing and we are looking for motivated candidates who embrace change, innovation, patient safety and above all, excellent patient care.

This position will be located at the University of New Mexico Comprehensive Cancer Center (UNMCCC). The Comprehensive Cancer Center (UNMCCC) is a statewide provider of cancer care and is influential in the cancer field throughout New Mexico and the nation. The Official Cancer Center of New Mexico, the UNM Comprehensive Cancer Center, is the only academic healthcare facility dedicated to both cancer research and patient care. We are also the only cancer center in New Mexico designated by the National Cancer Institute (NCI), and one of just 66 premier Net-designated centers nationwide. We employee over 200 research scientists and staff over 100 clinicians, and at any one time participate in around 300 clinical trials. Our clinic saw over 15,800 cancer patients from every county in New Mexico and more than 137,000 patient visits. We currently serve 65 percent of the adults and virtually all of the children in New Mexico newly diagnosed with cancer.

Benefits:

UNMMG offers a competitive salary and an attractive benefit package which includes medical, dental, vision, and life insurance as well as tuition reimbursement, generous paid time off plan and 403b retirement for benefits eligible employees.

Apply to our Radiology Tech CT Simulator opportunity with UNM Medical Group, Inc. and a recruiter will contact you shortly!