Radiologic Technologist – PRN
Department: | Radiology |
Hours: | PRN |
Summary:
- Explain, prepare, and perform ordered exam on patients.
- Obtain patient signatures for necessary consent or pregnancy forms. If patient is unsure of LMP, contact physician about a pregnancy test before proceeding with the study.
- Assist licensed independent practitioner with fluoroscopic and specialized radiologic procedures.
- Perform the necessary procedures ordered by the attending physician in a professional manner.
- Scan all consent forms and pregnancy forms into the Avreo PACS system.
- Participate in Quality Assurance, Safety, and Risk Management.
- Attend and do all in-services on computer.
- Apply principles of ALARA to minimize exposure to patient, self, and others.
- Be punctual and dependable for scheduled work hours.
- Meet all Mississippi State Licensing requirements.
- Meet all ARRT continuing education requirements.
- Identify, prepare and/or administer medications as prescribed by a licensed independent practitioner.
- Transport and assist patients when needed.
- Report any patient or employee incidences to Radiology Supervisor.
- Notify Radiology Supervisor of any malfunctions of equipment.
- Notify the ordering physician if a wrong procedure or projections have been entered into the order entry and ask for correction.
- Compare diagnosis with each radiology procedure to make sure it is acceptable.
- Charge each patient with the correct radiology procedure.
- Abide by the ARRT Code of Ethics.
- Evaluate images for technical quality and provide proper identification is recorded.
- Identify and respond in emergency situations.
- Educate and monitor students and other health care providers.
- Determine technical exposure factors for optimal images
Minimum Qualifications:
- High School graduate; BS degree preferred.
- Graduation from an AMA approved school of Radiologic Technology, either college affiliated or hospital trained.
- Registered with the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists.
- Certified by the State of Mississippi to practice and administer radiation.
- Current BCLS certification.
- One (1) year of experience under a Board Certified Radiologist preferred.
Great Benefits Include:
- Blue Cross Blue Shield
- State Retirement
- Vacation
- Holidays
- Sick Time
- Dental
- Vision
- Short and Long Term Disability
- Discount Employee Pharmacy Program at our Pharmacy
- Clinic Visits at no cost to full-time employees
If you feel you want a challenge with excellent benefits,
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This institution is an equal opportunity employer and provider.
Date Posted: 03/15/23