Registered Radiological Technologist (X-Ray Tech) - Weekend

Singing River Health System • Gulfport, MS

26d

About The Position

The Weekend Registered Radological (X-RAY) Technologist performs activities of the Radiology Technologist at a technical level not requiring constant supervision of technical detail, and assumes responsibilities for designated areas or procedures as directed by the Director of Radiology or Assistant Director of Radiology. The Weekend Registered Radological (X-RAY) Technologist is responsible for securing radiology studies ordered to assist physicians in making correct diagnosis, careful handling of all radiology equipment and supplies, operating equipment properly, and reporting equipment maintenance needs for assigned area. This employee must be willing to work with the realization that poor film quality may have serious consequences for patients, and be able to pay attention to detail for extended periods of time, working under general supervision following established radiology policies and procedures. The Radiological Technologist must be able demonstrate appropriate clinical judgment and apply professional skills to a patient population of all ages. DISCLAIMER: This is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, skills, efforts, requirements or working conditions associated with the job. While this intends to be an accurate reflection of the current job, management reserves the right to revise the job or to require that other or different tasks performed as assigned.

Requirements

• Graduation from an accredited School of Radiologic Technology.
• Must be currently registered as a Radiologic Technologist byt the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT).
• Licensed by the Mississippi State Department of Health required.
• Must complete and maintain current BCLS certification upon hire and/or transfer.
• Must have de-escalation training completed by the end of position orientation (90 days); must have appropriate level of de-escalation training.
• Minimum of one (1) year of experience is required.
• Should have knowledge of all routine diagnostic and fluoroscopic radiographic procedures.
• Must demonstrate keen mental faculties/assessment and decision making abilities.
• Must demonstrate superior communication/speaking/enunciation skills to receive and give information in person and by telephone.
• Must demonstrate strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Must possess emotional stability conducive to dealing with high stress levels.
• Must demonstrate ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
• Attention to detail and the ability to multi-task in complex situations is required.
• Must have the ability to maintain collaborative and respectable working relationships throughout SRHS and other organizations.
• Must possess superior customer service skills and professional etiquette.
• Must possess proficient knowledge and ability to use a computer (must be keyboard proficient) and other office technology (i.e., telephone, fax, etc.), MS Outlook and Word.
• Must be able to demonstrate appropriate clinical judgment and apply appropriate professional skills to a patient population of all ages.

Responsibilities

• securing radiology studies ordered to assist physicians in making correct diagnosis
• careful handling of all radiology equipment and supplies
• operating equipment properly
• reporting equipment maintenance needs for assigned area

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Hospitals
• Education Level: No Education Listed