Radiologic Technologist

University of Mississippi Medical Center • Ridgeland, MS

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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

• 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) American Registry of Radiologic Technologists required post-hire within six (6) months.
• 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: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees