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Performs radiographic and/or medical imaging and related procedures to assist in diagnosis and treatment of patients.
- Performs radiographic and/or medical imaging and related procedures at the request of a licensed practitioner.
- Selects and operates radiography equipment, imaging and associated accessories to perform non-invasive procedures.
- Prepares, immobilizes and positions patients and equipment to demonstrate anatomical area of interest.
- Determines and evaluates radiographic technique exposure factors to minimize exposure to patient, self and others.
- Provides direct patient care, communicates needs to providers and evaluates outcomes.
- Practices aseptic techniques.
- Assist licensed practitioner with fluoroscopic and specialized interventional radiography procedures.
- Performs venipuncture using proper methodology.
- Communicates with all healthcare providers to assure quality of care.
- Ensures completion of all studies prior to releasing patient.
- Maintains quality control and quality assurance for the assigned area.
- Properly identifies patient prior to performing examinations.
- Evaluates radiographs or images for technical quality with proper recording of identification.
- Reports any equipment malfunctions; documents in the proper system.
- Participates in quality assessments and improvement plans.
- Participates as a member of the team to achieve business goals, quality outcomes and customer satisfaction.
- Provides assistance to team members as requested or required.
- Participates on committees/councils and performance improvement activities as requested/required.
- Successful completion of probation and annual skills/competency requirements.
- Practices within legal, ethical and professional boundaries.
- Maintains expertise in the area.
- Serves as a role model by demonstrating positive team based behaviors.
- Shows commitment to personal professional growth through the pursuit of advanced knowledge and skills.
- Performance of duties will be in compliance with all laws and regulations governing healthcare organizations.
Required Qualifications:
Education: Associate's Degree graduate of an accredited radiology program
Certification: Certificate by the American Registry of Radiological Technologist (ARRT) in radiography and possess a valid Mississippi Medical Radiation Technologist (MRT) License. For applicants who have successfully completed an approved program accredited by the JRCERT are deemed registry eligible (must be certified by the American Registry of Radiological Technologists within 90 days of employment) and possess a Temporary Mississippi Medical Radiation Technologist license
Preferred Qualifications:
Experience: One (1) year experience as a registered Radiologic Technologist.
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