Technologist-Radiology Multi-Modality PRN II

Baptist Memorial Health Care; Yazoo City (MS); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Baptist Memorial Health Care in Yazoo City, Mississippi is looking for a Radiologic Technologist to operate radiology equipment and conduct diagnostic procedures as instructed by physicians. The role requires a thorough understanding of radiologic techniques and patient safety protocols.

Applicants should have completed a formal education program in radiography and possess the necessary ARRT registrations. The position also expects participation in performance improvement activities to ensure high-quality patient care.

Qualifications

• Registered by ARRT with Registry in Radiography.
• BLS Certification within 14 days of hire.
• Ability to follow written and oral instructions and to plan and organize work.

Responsibilities

• Operates radiology equipment according to physician requests.
• Selects and computes settings for each patient.
• Documents compliance with hospital policies.

Skills

Radiologic principles and theory

Patient safety techniques

Technical equipment operation

Education

Completion of a formal education program in radiography

Associate's degree in related field

Job description

Overview

Job Summary: Operates radiology equipment and performs routine diagnostic procedures as prescribed by physicians according to established standards and practices to aid in the diagnosis and/or treatment of disease. Routinely works in 2 or more specialties.

Job Responsibilities

• Performs radiologic procedures using appropriate technical and safety method as requested by a licensed physician.
• Exercise judgement in selecting and computing settings for each patient.
• Develop an 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. Collects quality data for monitoring performance improvement.
• Completes assigned goals.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

Minimum Education: Completion of a formal education program in radiography accredited by a mechanism acceptable to ARRT.

Minimum Experience: Experience as obtained through completion through Radiology Technology Program.

Minimum Special Skills: Registered by ARRT with Registry in Radiography (R); BLS Certification within 14 days of hire; New graduate will obtain required registry within 120 days as required; State license as required.

Demonstrates a thorough understanding of Radiologic principals/theory. Utilizes the most appropriate technique and positioning for optimal procedures/treatments as demonstrated by procedure/treatment results. Demonstrates ability to receive and follow written and oral instructions; ability to plan and organize work.

Desired Qualifications

Desired Education: Associate's degree in related field.

Desired Licensure, Registration, Certification: Registration in two or more specialties.