Diagnostic Radiology Technologist - Main Hospital

University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences • Little Rock, AR

13d • Onsite

About The Position

The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) has a unique combination of education, research, and clinical programs that encourages and supports teamwork and diversity. We champion being a collaborative health care organization, focused on improving patient care and the lives of Arkansans. UAMS offers amazing benefits and perks (available for benefits eligible positions only): Health: Medical, Dental and Vision plans available for qualifying staff and family Holiday, Vacation and Sick Leave Education discount for staff and dependents (undergraduate only) Retirement: Up to 10% matched contribution from UAMS Basic Life Insurance up to $50,000 Career Training and Educational Opportunities Merchant Discounts Concierge prescription delivery on the main campus when using UAMS pharmacy Shift - Monday through Thursday 1:30 p.m.- 12 a.m. Diagnostic Radiology Technologists produce radiographic images for medical interpretation, interact with all healthcare staff, many clerical staff members, all patient care departments, and with patients' families and visitors. This position is held accountable for performing the correct radiologic exams and producing high-quality images while supervising others. At the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS), we are looking for health care and non-health care professionals who believe in excellence as a way of life. If you think you have the skills and commitment to succeed at the highest level, consider a career at UAMS, the state’s only academic health sciences center. Combining diverse talents and expertise, our employees work together to provide advanced patient care. We currently have a wide variety of positions available, from patient care to support staff- we may have the perfect position for you. UAMS is Arkansas’ only comprehensive academic health sciences center. We educate and train the vast majority of the state’s physicians and prepare doctors, scientists, nurses, pharmacists and health professionals through innovation, compassion, teamwork and patient- and family-centered care so they can impact the world. UAMS rewards its nurses! Statewide opportunities are available in direct patient care, education, and research settings. We offer Bonus Programs, Hotel Lodging, New Graduate RN Residency and support for Clinical Ladder, National Certification, Shared Governance, and Recognition Programs to name a few. Go to nurses.uams.edu for more details. The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) is committed to providing a safe and secure environment for students, faculty, staff, visitors, and prospective employees. The below report is provided in compliance with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Crime Statistics Act (Clery Act) and the Higher Education Opportunity Act (HEOA). The report will provide you with information on campus safety and security including information on various policies and procedures for reporting crime, safety and security prevention and protection programs, victim assistance services, fire safety, and other materials to assist you in maintaining your safety and security. www.uams.edu/police.

Requirements

• Graduated from an Associate's (2-year) certificate program, certified by the ASRT in Radiology Technology
• Registered or eligible by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists
• Licensed or eligible for license by the State of Arkansas in Radiology Technology

Responsibilities

• Operates and positions radiologic equipment to produce diagnostic images of the body, following established radiologic requirements and regulations to ensure patient care and safety.
• Prepares patients for radiologic procedures by escorting patients to x-ray rooms, providing verbal instructions, and assisting patients in positioning body parts to be radiographed
• Explains procedures and observes patients to ensure patient care, safety, and comfort during scan.
• Serves as a back-up for clinical team members, as needed, by controlling patient flow and triaging.
• Maintains working order of radiologic equipment, including reporting equipment malfunctions and scheduling regular maintenance.
• Reviews patient records and imports external images into the picture archiving and communication system (PACS).
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Health: Medical, Dental and Vision plans available for qualifying staff and family
• Holiday, Vacation and Sick Leave
• Education discount for staff and dependents (undergraduate only)
• Retirement: Up to 10% matched contribution from UAMS
• Basic Life Insurance up to $50,000
• Career Training and Educational Opportunities
• Merchant Discounts
• Concierge prescription delivery on the main campus when using UAMS pharmacy

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees