Urgent Care Radiologic Technologist: Impactful Imaging

Ochsner Health System; Meridian (MS); On-site; USD 39,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Ochsner Health System in Meridian, MS seeks a Radiologic Technologist (Rad Tech) for our Urgent Care Clinic. You will perform routine radiographic procedures, verify orders, operate imaging equipment, and ensure patient safety. ARRT certification or registry eligibility with state license is required; BLS is also required.

The role includes mentoring junior staff, flexibility to cover 24/7 shifts and travel between facilities, and adherence to safety standards and regulatory requirements.

Qualifications

• Required: completion of an approved radiologic technology program.
• Current ARRT registration or registry-eligible with ARRT within 90 days of employment.
• Current unrestricted license in the state of practice; Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.

Responsibilities

• Verifies physician order and procedure for accuracy.
• Operates radiology equipment to complete imaging procedures per protocol.
• Explains procedures to patients to ensure understanding.
• Reviews images for diagnostic quality before transmission.
• Performs routine quality control procedures per regulatory standards.
• Assists in departmental operations (inventory, scheduling, equipment maintenance).
• Adapts communication and care to the patient population as required.
• Performs other related duties as needed.

Skills

Computers & software proficiency

Verbal & written communication

Interpersonal skills

Flexible schedule (24/7) and travel

Education

Radiologic technology program completed

Radiologic technology experience (preferred)

Job description

Ochsner Health System in Meridian, MS seeks a Radiologic Technologist (Rad Tech) for our Urgent Care Clinic. You will perform routine radiographic procedures, verify orders, operate imaging equipment, and ensure patient safety. ARRT certification or registry eligibility with state license is required; BLS is also required.

The role includes mentoring junior staff, flexibility to cover 24/7 shifts and travel between facilities, and adherence to safety standards and regulatory requirements.