Prn Radiologic Technologist

U.S. Orthopaedic Partners•Oxford, MS

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Perform x-rays for diagnostic purposes. Follow established radiologic requirements and regulations to ensure patient care and safety. Prepare patients for radiologic procedures. Escort patients to rooms, provide instructions and assist patients in positioning body parts to be radiographed. Explain procedures and observe patients to ensure patient care, safety, and comfort. Operate radiologic equipment to produce images of the body for diagnostic purposes. Position radiologic equipment and adjust controls to set exposure time and distance according to specs of examination. Take x-rays following established radiologic requirements and regulations to ensure patient care and safety. Use radiation safety measures and protection devices to ensure safety of patients and team members. Ensure radiologic equipment remains in working order. Report equipment malfunctions to Practice Manager or supervisor. Perform related administrative duties including completing necessary forms and importing images from different modalities. Retrieve radiologic orders from and input related data into the electronic medical record. Maintain adequate radiologic supplies.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent required
Current Mississippi Radiologic Technologist licensure required
ARRT certification required
Knowledge of radiologic standards and requirements, such as, safety, cleanliness, and infection control regulations
Knowledge of radiologic equipment uses and maintenance
Accuracy – Ability to perform work accurately and thoroughly
Communication – Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing
Computer Skills – Proficient ability to use a computer and electronic medical record
Confidentiality – Maintain patient, team member and employer confidentiality. Comply with all HIPAA regulations
Customer Service – Friendly and helpful to patients and others
Detail Oriented – Ability to pay attention to the minute details of a project or task
Flexibility – Ability to adapt easily to changing conditions and work responsibilities
Positivity – Display a positive attitude and is a positive agent for change
Teamwork – Work as part of a team and collaborate with co-workers
Work Under Pressure – Ability to complete assigned tasks under stressful situations
Accountability – Accepts responsibility for actions and results

Nice To Haves

Associate degree or higher preferred
Graduate of a licensed Radiological Technology Program
Radiologic Technologist experience preferred

Responsibilities

Prepare patients for radiologic procedures.
Escort patients to rooms, provide instructions and assist patients in positioning body parts to be radiographed.
Explain procedures and observe patients to ensure patient care, safety, and comfort.
Operate radiologic equipment to produce images of the body for diagnostic purposes.
Position radiologic equipment and adjust controls to set exposure time and distance according to specs of examination.
Take x-rays following established radiologic requirements and regulations to ensure patient care and safety.
Use radiation safety measures and protection devices to ensure safety of patients and team members.
Ensure radiologic equipment remains in working order.
Report equipment malfunctions to Practice Manager or supervisor.
Perform related administrative duties including completing necessary forms and importing images from different modalities.
Retrieve radiologic orders from and input related data into the electronic medical record.
Maintain adequate radiologic supplies.