Radiology Technologist

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:

70509750 Tupelo IMA Clinic

Work Shift:

Will work four-10 hour days, rotating Thursday and Friday off.

Job Description:

The Radiology Technologist at North Mississippi Health Services is responsible for accurately and safely performing radiologic procedures, maintaining x-ray equipment and supplies, managing inventory and supplies efficiently, and ensuring compliance with regulatory standards. The technologist must have excellent communication skills and maintain a high level of accuracy in reporting x-ray results while meeting physical requirements, including occasional lifting and walking.

JOB FUNCTIONS

Patient Care:
• Accurately and safely performs radiologic procedures in a timely manner within scope of practice or as directed by physician or nurse practitioner.

Equipment Maintenance:
• Responsible for proper use and care of x-ray equipment and supplies.

Inventory and Supplies:
• Responsible for maintaining and/or ordering proper levels of inventory and supplies needed in the clinic for cost efficient, quality care of patients.

Regulatory Knowledge:
• Responsible for practicing in accordance with JCAHO, State Board of Health, and OSHA standards.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities:
• Maintains and enhances knowledge and skills in current technology to provide care to infants, pediatrics, adolescents, adults and geriatrics.
• This position has primary accountability for organizing and performing x-ray procedures promptly and accurately to assure valid readings and to communicate these findings to the appropriate persons.
• Skills required include the ability to set priorities, work in a fast-paced environment and to work independently.
• The incumbent has extensive contact with patients, families, and staff.
• It is imperative that the incumbent perform with a high level of professional and ethical conduct at all times; have excellent communication skills; and reflect a positive, caring attitude toward patients, families, and other staff.

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:

$27.07-$33.84

Education:

Associate’s Degree | Radiologic Technology | Required

Certifications:

Registered Radiology Tech (RTR) - ARRT