Radiologic Technologist - PRN - Children's of Mississippi

University of Mississippi Medical Center • Jackson, MS

7d • Onsite

About The Position

To perform radiologic procedures and utilize x-ray equipment to produce images of the body for the diagnosis and treatment of diseases or injuries, while ensuring optimum patient care and safety.

Requirements

• Mississippi Radiologic Technologist license.
• BLS required within 90 days of hire date.
• American Registry of Radiologic Technology (ARRT) registration must be obtained within 6 months of hire date.
• Knowledge of anatomy, physiology, radiation physics and protection, and the principles of imaging.
• 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.

Responsibilities

• Performs 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.
• The duties listed are general in nature and are examples of the duties and responsibilities performed and are not meant to be construed as exclusive or all-inclusive.
• Management retains the right to add or change duties at any time.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed