Technologist Ii- Radiology

North Mississippi Medical Center, Inc

Tupelo (MS)

On-site

USD 41,000 - 62,000

Full time

3 days ago

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Job summary

North Mississippi Health Services in Tupelo, MS, seeks a Technologist II-Radiology to perform a variety of radiologic procedures with independent judgment and to liaise among staff, physicians, patients and families. The role emphasizes accurate exams and charges while minimizing supply use and overtime.

Qualified candidates will have training in two or more modalities (CT, MRI, Mammography, Nuclear Medicine or Diagnostic Radiology) or be able to work after hours as needed, adhering to NMHS/NMMC

Qualifications

Associate degree in radiologic technology required.
ARRT certification and state licensure preferred.
Strong communication and patient-interaction skills.

Responsibilities

Perform radiologic procedures with independent judgment across modalities.
Minimize supply use and keep overtime 3% or less.
Serve as liaison between staff, physicians, patients and families.
Prepare and present patient reports; ensure exam and charge accuracy.
Follow policy guidelines and maintain radiation safety standards.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Verbal communication

Customer service

Education

Associate's Degree | Radiologic Technology

High School Diploma, GED, or Project Search Graduate | Radiologic Technology

Tools

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

70409750 Barnes Crossing Medical Clinic

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