Radiology Technologist 1

St. Dominic Hospital; Jackson (MS); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

St. Dominic Hospital in Jackson, MS seeks an experienced Radiologic Technologist to perform diagnostic radiographs using C-arms and portable/stationary equipment. You will develop films, evaluate image quality, and ensure room readiness and patient safety.

The role supports infection control standards and participates in ongoing professional development. Responsibilities include equipment checks, preventative maintenance coordination, and documentation of results while maintaining patient

Qualifications

• Performs diagnostic medical radiographs and reports to charge radiographers.
• Develops films and evaluates technical quality of images.
• Maintains room and equipment, ensures safety, infection control, and policy adherence.

Responsibilities

• Performs radiographic examinations using C-arms, portable and stationary radiographic imaging equipment.
• Develops film and evaluates image quality.
• Transports patients to radiographic room and prepares the room.
• Maintains department policies, safety, and infection control standards.

Skills

Radiographic procedures

Image quality evaluation

Patient handling

Safety protocols

Tools

C-arm imaging system

Portable radiography equipment

Film developing equipment

Job description

Performs diagnostic medical procedures producing diagnostic medical radiographs. Reports to the charge radiographers.

Performs radiographic examinations using C-arms, portable and stationary radiographic imaging equipment. Develops film including evaluating film for technical quality. Transports patients to radiographic room; prepares and maintains room. Maintains established departmental policies and procedures, objectives, quality assurance program, safety, environmental and infection control standards. Checks equipment, supplies and accessories on a regular basis. Maintains x-ray and other equipment in efficient operating order; performs preventative maintenance on a regularly scheduled basis; contacts outside service for major malfunctions. Maintains clean and orderly work areas. Requests and orders supplies as necessary to keep materials on hand at all times. Enhances professional growth and development through participation in educational programs, current literature, Inservice meetings and workshops. Prepares written documentation as required by the profession and the department, such as evaluation results, individualized treatment plans, progress reports, etc. Performs other duties as assigned or requested. Supports the hospital's Christian mission, philosophy, values, and goals. Participates in and supports established Performance Improvement Program. Attends JCAHO required and hospital mandatory Inservice programs. Observes hospital dress code and maintains appropriate conduct and appearance. Maintains confidentiality of all information regarding patients, families, physicians and hospital personnel.