Technologist-CT Weekender Days

Baptist; Southaven (MS); On-site; USD 50,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Baptist in Southaven, MS seeks a Radiologic Technologist to perform imaging procedures and assist in diagnosis and treatment. You will use proper technique and positioning, develop treatment plans, and follow hospital protocols to ensure accurate results.

The role requires ARRT(R) registration, BLS within 30 days, and state licensure as needed. CT experience is preferred, with ongoing responsibilities for safety and quality in a busy radiology department.

Qualifications

• ARRT(R) registration is required to practice radiology.
• BLS certification must be obtained within 30 days of hire.
• State license as required to perform radiologic procedures.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrates understanding of radiologic principles and uses appropriate technique and positioning for best results.
• Develops and implements procedure/treatment plans according to hospital protocols.
• Completes documentation to comply with hospital policies and procedures.

Skills

Basic computer literacy

Education

ARRT(R) Radiography

BLS within 30 days

CT ARRT (CT) preferred

Job description

Performs imaging procedures/treatments according to radiology practice standards in order to aid in the diagnosis and/or treatment of disease. Performs other duties as assigned.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrates a thorough understanding of Radiologic principals/theory and utilizes the most appropriate technique and positioning for optimal procedures/treatments, as demonstrated by procedure/treatment results.
• Develops appropriate procedure/treatment plan.
• Implements procedure/treatment plan utilizing established hospital protocols/guidelines.
• Completes documentation as required to comply with hospital policies and procedures.
• Maintains equipment, procedure/treatment rooms, and work areas in a neat and safe condition to ensure the safety of patients and staff.
• Participates in hospital and departmental Performance Improvement activities to ensure that patient care is consistent with established standards.
• Completes assigned goals.

Experience

• 6 months experience in specialty area as required to meet all CT competencies at the end of orientation period.

Education

• Registered by American Registry of Radiologic Technologists with Registry in Radiography ARRT (R) required. Registry in CT ARRT (CT) preferred. Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required within 30 days of hire date.

Special Skills

• Basic computer literacy skills.

Licensure

• STATE LICENSE AS REQUIRED; BLS CERTIFICATION WITHIN 14 DAYS OF HIRE; ARRT(R)