Radiology Technologist

Job Description

NEEDED: Radiology Technologists

LOCATION: 2225 Haley Barbour Parkway Yazoo City, Mississippi 39194

SCHEDULE: Monday – Friday, 7:30 AM – 4:00 PM, not to exceed 40 hours per week

EQUIPMENT: The current radiological equipment provided is a digital machine. Knowledge of digital equipment is required.

QUALIFICATIONS:

US Citizen

At a minimum, must be licensed to perform radiological procedures by the American Registry of Radiology Technologist (ARRT).

Should also be licensed by the state of Mississippi.

Must have one or more years of experience. Background clearance packets submitted by potential contractors shall be accompanied by a certified or photostatic copy of their current license. The contractor must be Cardio-Pulmonary Resuscitation certified, in accordance with the American Red Cross of American Heart Association.

Must submit evidentiary documentation of graduation from an accredited school of radiology technology.

Must have knowledge of routine office related duties including working knowledge of computers, word processing programs and be able to type.

Possess the ability to file various documents in chronological order.

Possess good organizational skills, good interpersonal relationship skills and be able to work effectively with the medical staff.

JOB DUTIES:

Shall provide the following Radiology Technologist services which include, but are not limited to, the items listed below.

Shall be capable of performing all radiology procedures needed without any technical support.

Perform routine radiologic procedures ordered by the medical staff.

Transmit, retrieve X-ray images and reports electronically, and scan reports into Bureau Electronic Medical Record (BEMR).

Receive training to retrieve radiographic consults from BEMR and schedule to perform all radiographic procedures.

Work with an AIC population from a variety of cultural, racial, religious and ethnic backgrounds. Evaluate radiographic equipment for calibrations and repairs.

Possess knowledge of basic emergency situations that may occur during special radiographic procedures. Schedule exams and maintain records.

Possess knowledge of various pathological abnormalities as demonstrated by radiographic imaging. Independently assess and select technical exposure factors and positions necessary to obtain a proper quality diagnostic exam.

Receive patients and explain procedures to alleviate undue anxiety.

Independently perform all radiographic procedures (chest, bone, skull, spines, and portable x-rays, etc.)

Notify Radiologist or referring Physician of any preliminary abnormalities seen while patient is undergoing an exam, so that additional views, or exams can be ordered if needed.

Coordinate transfer of patient radiologic records to ensure continuity of care.

Work with the Clinical Director to ensure monitoring and evaluation activities are completed.

Act as liaison between radiologist and medical staff.

Receive training and orientation and comply with correctional techniques as they pertain to medical services.

Wear outer protective clothing and always obey CDC universal precautions.

Computerization and printing of daily log.

Computerization and printing of exam requisitions.

Printing of all folder and exam labels.

Completing of all x-ray studies ordered by the medical staff.

Preparing x-rays for shipment to the radiologist for interpretation.

Transport of x-rays to radiologist for interpretation.

Transport all x-rays from radiologist after interpretation.

Assisting the staff with maintenance of equipment and supplies and notifying staff when supplies are needed.

Conducting quality assurance tests and daily maintenance on x ray equipment as needed.

Assisting with FDA inspections and preparation for TJC and program review as needed.

Assuring that all x-ray requests are completed properly.

Computerization of patient logs and repeat analysis and assisting with any additional clerical duties to include but not limited to filing.

Additional Duties:

BENEFITS: Competitive hourly pay rate, accrued vacation, accrued sick leave, 11 paid federal holidays, 401K opportunity, and healthcare benefits contributions.

Full-time