Radiology Technologist

Baptist • Jackson, MS

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About The Position

Operates radiology equipment and performs routine diagnostic procedures prescribed by physicians, following established standards and practices to aid in diagnosing and/or treating disease. The role requires appropriate technical and safety methods, sound judgment in selecting and computing settings for each patient, and development and implementation of procedure or treatment plans using established hospital protocols and guidelines. The technologist documents work according to hospital policies, maintains equipment and work areas in a neat and safe condition, and participates in departmental and hospital performance-improvement activities, including collecting quality data. Other duties may be assigned.

Requirements

• Experience obtained through completion of a Radiology Technology Program.
• Complete a formal radiography education program accredited by a mechanism acceptable to ARRT.
• Hold current ARRT(R) registration, or be a new graduate waiting to take the registry.
• Demonstrate a thorough understanding of radiologic principles and theory.
• Use appropriate techniques and positioning to achieve optimal procedure or treatment results.
• Demonstrate the ability to receive and follow written and oral instructions and to plan and organize work.
• Hold ARRT(R) licensure/registration.
• Obtain BLS Certification within 14 days of hire.
• A new graduate must obtain the required registry within 120 days of hire.
• Hold a state license where required.

Nice To Haves

• Associate degree in a related field.

Responsibilities

• Perform radiologic procedures requested by a licensed physician using appropriate technical and safety methods.
• Exercise judgment in selecting and computing settings for each patient.
• Develop an appropriate procedure or treatment plan.
• Implement procedure or treatment plans using established hospital protocols and guidelines.
• Complete documentation required by hospital policies and procedures.
• Maintain equipment, procedure and treatment rooms, and work areas in a neat and safe condition for patients and staff.
• Participate in hospital and departmental performance-improvement activities to support consistent patient care.
• Collect quality data for performance-improvement monitoring.
• Complete assigned goals.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed