Technologist I- Radiology

Job description

We believe a career is more than just a career — it's a calling. Our teammates' "True North" is what calls them to health care; it’s their passion. At North Mississippi Health Services, we believe in helping you leverage and connect that passion with a much greater purpose that impacts people you know and love.
Department:
43007210 Radiology Hospital
Work Shift:
Interested in a Radiologic technologist candidate that is open to cross training into Breast Imaging and MRI.
Job Description:
The Radiology Technologist at North Mississippi Health Services is responsible for performing high-quality and cost-efficient diagnostic procedures for patients and the department. They ensure timely radiology services, maintain equipment, and assist physicians and medical staff during procedures.
JOB FUNCTIONS
• Performs high quality/cost efficient diagnostic procedures for patient and department.
• Provide radiology services in a timely manner while performing high quality and cost-efficient diagnostic procedures.
• Organize workflow to prevent delays.
• Assists Physicians and other medical staff during procedures as requested/required.
• Provides excellent customer service in an accurate and efficient manner.
• Communicate effectively with patients, family members, Physicians, other medical staff and NMMC staff members.
• Attends required in-services, annual review and educational programs.
• Knowledgeable of procedures, positions, supplies, and equipment used in Radiological examinations.
• Stay abreast of changes in Radiology.
• Serves patient population categories of neonates, infants, pediatrics, adolescents, adults and geriatrics.
• Adheres to NMHS/NMMC Policies/Procedures/Guidelines.
• Complies with applicable Local/State/Federal policies/procedures/guideline/regulations/laws/statues.
• All other duties as assigned.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities
• Possess strong knowledge of radiographic anatomy.
• Keep abreast of changes in Radiology by attending classes and continuing education provided.
• Good written and verbal communication; required
• Assist in supervising student technologist to ensure proper guidance during exams as part of their training.
• Assist fellow technologist as needed to provide high-quality patient care.
• Have strong team member capabilities.
• Be able to adapt to emergency situations.
• Make decisions with win/win solutions in mind.
• Perform with a high level of professional and ethical conduct at all times.
• Detailed oriented
• Must have extensive contact with: Physicians, co-workers, patients/family members
• Must have good written and verbal communication skills
• Reflect a caring attitude for patients, employees and the public served.
• Perform with a high level of professional and ethical conduct at all times.
• Explain the procedures to be performed to the patient and try to alleviate any anxiety of the patient.
• Ability to work well under pressure while providing a high level of care

Physical Demands
A thorough completion of this section is needed for compliance with legal standards such as the Americans with Disabilities Act. The physical requirements described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
• Standing: Frequently
• Walking: Frequently
• Sitting: Occasionally
• Lifting/Carrying: Frequently 50 lbs
• Pushing/Pulling: Frequently
• Climbing: Occasionally
• Balancing: Occasionally
• Stooping/Kneeling/Bending: Frequently
• Reaching/Over Head Work: Occasionally
• Grasping: Frequently
• Speaking: Frequently
• Hearing: Constantly
• Repetitive Motions. Constantly
• Eye/Hand/Foot Coordination. Frequently

Salary Range:
$28.42 - $42.63
Education:
Associate’s Degree | Radiologic Technology | Required
Certifications:
DNU CPR - Cardiac Pulmonary Resuscitation - CPR - CPR, DNU Radiology Technologist (ARRT) - ARRT - ARRT, Licensed Radiologic Technologist - Licensed Radiologic Technologist