TECHNOLOGIST II- RADIOLOGY

LE109 Clay County Medical Center, Inc.; Texas; On-site; USD 41,000 - 62,000; Part time

Job summary

North Mississippi Health Services seeks a Radiologic Technologist II to perform diverse radiology procedures with independent judgment, ensuring high-quality patient care and accurate documentation. The role emphasizes cost control, effective communication, and coordination with physicians and nursing staff.

The position requires an associate degree in Radiologic Technology and ARRT credentials, with CPR and strong interpersonal skills.

Qualifications

• Associate's Degree in Radiologic Technology required.
• Active ARRT licensure/certification preferred or required by state.
• PS: CPR certification as applicable.

Responsibilities

• Perform technical radiology procedures with independent judgment.
• Maintain accurate exams and charges daily.
• Assist Radiologist during procedures and patient care.
• Promote patient communication and satisfaction using AIDET.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Customer service

Team collaboration

Radiology knowledge

Safety awareness

Education

Associate’s Degree | Radiologic Technology

High School Diploma

Tools

Radiology equipment

ARRT certification

Job 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.

Department: 40007210 Radiology Hospital Work Shift: PRN, Variable Shifts

Job Description: The Technologist II-Radiology at North Mississippi Health Services plays a crucial role in performing various technical procedures requiring independent judgment and applying ionizing radiation. They also contribute to budget control by minimizing supply use and overtime. This position acts as a liaison between staff, physicians, patients, and family members, ensuring effective communication and interaction within the Radiology department.

JOB FUNCTIONS

Technical:

• Have the ability to perform a variety of technical procedures that will require independent judgment and initiative to apply prescribed ionizing radiation.

Budget:

• Keep supply use to a minimal and maintain overtime to 3% or less.

Liaison:

• Serves as a liaison between staff, physicians, patients, and family members to ensure effective communication/interaction.
• Ensures high quality health care is delivered within the Radiology department by effectively interacting and cooperating with providers.

Reporting:

• Prepares and presents patients reports/projects as required.
• Maintains that exams and charges are correct on daily basis.

Regulation:

• Must have the training and experience to perform in the modality of two or more of the following modalities: CT, MRI, Mammography, Nuclear Medicine or Diagnostic Radiology, or work as NMMCI Urgent Care techs performing laboratory testing and routine radiography after hours and on weekends.
• Adheres to NMHS/NMMC Policies/Procedures/Guidelines.
• Complies with applicable Local/State/Federal policies/procedures/guideline/regulations/laws/statues.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities

• Excellent interpersonal skills; required
• The incumbent is to maintain practice of departmental and institutional policies, procedures, regulations, and information.
• Control unnecessary costs to the patients and the facility.
• Assist Radiologist and other physicians during procedures.
• Customer service -Promotes good department, inter-department and public relations.
• Incumbent receives patient and visitors both in person and by phone concerning their exams.
• Attends, demonstrates and participates in required in-services, performance improvement activities, and other education programs.
• Performs other duties as assigned while demonstrating willingness, ability and team spirit to provide optimal customer satisfaction.
• Assist in supervising student technologist/technicians to ensure proper guidance during procedures as part of their training.
• AIDET to be done with all patients.
• Must have excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Must reflect a positive, caring attitude toward clients, patients, staff and the public we serve
• Minimize unnecessary radiation exposure to patients.

Physical Demands

• Standing. Frequently
• Walking. Frequently
• Sitting. Occasionally
• Lifting/Carrying. Frequently 50 lbs
• Pushing/Pulling. Frequently
• Climbing. Occasionally
• Balancing. Occasionally
• Stooping/Kneeling/Bending. Frequently
• Reaching/Over Head Work. Occasionally
• Grasping. Frequently
• Speaking. Frequently
• Hearing. Constantly
• Repetitive Motions. Constantly
• Eye/Hand/Foot Coordinations. Frequently

Salary Range: $29.84 - $44.76

Education

• Associate’s Degree | Radiologic Technology | Required
• High School Diploma, GED, or Project Search Graduate | Radiologic Technology | Required

Certifications

• DNU CPR - Cardiac Pulmonary Resuscitation - CPR - CPR, DNU Radiology Technologist (ARRT) - ARRT - ARRT
• Licensed Radiologic Technologist - Licensed Radiologic Technologist North Mississippi Health Services

North Mississippi Health Services is a large rural health care system with state-of-the-art facilities in Mississippi and Alabama. We have career opportunities ranging from inpatient hospital care to 70+ rural health and specialty clinics, a variety of outpatient, women’s and behavioral health services and many additional support services. Our team of over 7,000 works together every day toward our shared mission – to continuously improve the health of the people of our region.