Cardiac / Interventional Radiology Technologist

University of Mississippi Medical Center • Jackson, MS

13h • Onsite

About The Position

To perform radiologic and other imaging procedures to produce images of the body for the diagnosis and treatment of diseases and injuries and interventional procedures, while ensuring optimum patient care and safety.

Requirements

• Medical Radiologic Technologist license from the Mississippi State Department of Health.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) from American Heart Association required post-hire within 90 days.
• Radiography (R) from American Registry of Radiologic Technologists.
• Knowledge of cardiovascular anatomy, imaging, sterile techniques, and fluoroscopy equipment.
• Skill in the use of imaging equipment.
• Verbal and written communication skills.
• Interpersonal skills.
• Ability to comply with radiation protection practices.
• Ability to alleviate patient anxiety.

Nice To Haves

• Vascular Interventional Technologist (VI) or Cardiac Interventional Technologist (CI) from American Registry of Radiologic Technologists.

Responsibilities

• Performs fluoroscopic, interventional, and/or other specialized radiographic procedures to produce images of internal body organs and bones.
• Explains procedures to patient, obtains and records medical history relevant to the condition being viewed, selects appropriate equipment settings, and positions the patient in a manner to facilitate optimum imaging results.
• Views images to determine quality and forwards for review and interpretation; maintains applicable patient documentation.
• Maintains adequate supplies and a clean work area; reports equipment malfunctions to supervisor.
• Assumes responsibility for patient safety; provides physical and psychological comfort to patient.
• Ensures compliance with workplace safety, environmental, exposure control, and/or infection control practices.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees