Duties
Overview
Responsible for performing all Diagnostic X-Ray and Cat Scan exams with minimum supervision. The technologist must maintain all aspects of the Radiology Department including clerical duties within the Radiology office as well as RIS/PACs. The Technologist reports directly to the Radiology Manager/Director. The Technologist will work the shift assigned by the Manager/Director.
Responsibilities:
- Responsible for performing all high quality radiographic procedures within the department or as a portable exam using the exam protocol set forth by the Jackson Madison County Imaging Department and operating the facility's RIS/PACS systems properly
- Provides explanations for pre and post exams for patients
- Practices and maintains safety regulations that are established, including reporting equipment malfunctions to the manager. Completes incident reports, if necessary.
- Performs related responsibilities as required or directed
- Capable of working at any of the Gibson County Imaging Departments that are owned by West Tennessee Healthcare
Qualifications
Education:
- Skills and proficiency in the technical field of Radiology Technology. Such proficiency is acquired through completion of a 2 year accredited AMA approved Radiologic Technology Program (ARRT) and CPR certified.
Licensure, Registration, Certification:
- Responsible for maintaining a current license with ARRT or other acceptable licensure
- Registration as Radiologic Technologist by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologist (ARRT)
- The registry is eligible with ARRT for one year
- Current CPR certification. Must be CPR certified within 90 days of employment
- Is proactive and insures the availability of a current license, does not let license lapse at end of the birth month. Notifies any known problem with their license immediately to the director
Experience:
- Knowledge of hospital and department polices and procedures, equipment, forms and record keeping as acquired through 3 months of orientation
How to Apply:
Apply online at: https://careers-westtennesseehealth.icims.com/jobs/42083/rad-tech-i/job
Hours: Full-time Days
date posted: 10-14-2020