Radiology Technologist, $10k Sign on Bonus

North Mississippi Health Services; Tupelo (MS); On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

North Mississippi Health Services seeks a Radiology Technologist I for routine and emergency imaging, including fluoroscopy, with emphasis on safety and high-quality exams. The role involves reviewing orders, preparing patients, and assisting during procedures in a fast-paced setting.

Candidates will work with diverse patient populations, maintain documentation in EMR/PACS, and stay current with radiology practices through ongoing education.

Qualifications

• Experience performing routine and emergency radiographic and fluoroscopic exams.
• Strong emphasis on safety compliance for patients, staff, and equipment.
• Commitment to staying current with radiology protocols through continuing education.
• Effective communication with patients, families, physicians, and healthcare team.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine and emergency radiographic and fluoroscopic procedures, including surgical imaging.
• Conduct diagnostic exams requiring independent judgment and initiative.
• Deliver timely, high-quality radiology services while managing workflow to minimize delays.
• Prepare and guide patients during imaging, adjusting techniques as needed.
• Assist physicians and medical staff during procedures as required.
• Document imaging details and patient information in EMR/PACS.

Skills

Routine radiographic procedures

Fluoroscopy

ALARA principles

Patient care

Team collaboration

Job description

Posting Description

We believe a career is more than just a career - it's a calling. Our teammates' "True North" is what calls them to health care; it's their passion. At North Mississippi Health Services, we believe in helping you leverage and connect that passion with a much greater purpose that impacts people you know and love.

• JOB SUMMARY
  The Technologist I-Radiology Main at North Mississippi Health Services is responsible for performing routine, emergency radiographic, surgical cases, and fluoroscopic procedures. Ensuring the timely delivery of high-quality diagnostic procedures, and assisting physicians and medical staff during exams. Technologists are responsible for reviewing patient information, charts, physicians orders, and previous images to plan and perform high quality exams, This role oversees safety compliance for patients, staff, and equipment. The Technologist must have strong knowledge of radiographic anatomy, stay updated on radiology protocols and changes through continuing education, and exhibit good communication skills while working with a variety of patient populations and work eeffectively within a team.
  JOB FUNCTIONS
• Perform routine and emergency radiographic and fluoroscopic procedures, including surgical imaging, in accordance with departmental policies and procedures.
• Conduct a variety of technical diagnostic procedures requiring independent judgment, ingenuity, and initiative in support of disease diagnosis and treatment.
• Provide timely, high-quality, and cost-efficient radiology services while organizing workflow to minimize delays.
• Prepare and manage patients during imaging exams, adjusting techniques and accommodating individual needs.
• Assist physicians and other medical staff during procedures as requested or required.
• Serve a diverse patient population, including neonates, infants, pediatrics, adolescents, adults, and geriatrics.
• Communicate effectively with patients, families, physicians, and healthcare team members to ensure coordinated care.
• Deliver excellent customer service with accuracy and efficiency.
• Accurately document patient information, imaging details, and contrast administration in EMR/PACS.
• Troubleshoot imaging equipment and report malfunctions promptly.
• Maintain knowledge of equipment, supplies, and positioning techniques used in radiological examinations.
• Practice ALARA (As Low As Reasonably Achievable) principles to minimize radiation exposure.
• Stay current with advancements and changes in radiology practices and technology.
• Adhere to NMHS/NMMC policies, procedures, and guidelines.
• Comply with all applicable local, state, and federal regulations, laws, and standards.
• Ensure safety of patients, staff, and equipment during all procedures.
• Participate in required in-services, annual reviews, and continuing education programs.
• Take call as needed to support trauma, surgical, and stroke cases.
• Maintain readiness for high-volume, fast-paced trauma, neonatal, and surgical imaging scenarios.
• Perform other duties as assigned.