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Registered Radiological (X-Ray) Technologist

Singing River Health System

Pascagoula, Mississippi

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JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT), Communication Skills, Detail Oriented, Equipment Maintenance/Repair, Film, Health Department, Hospital, Infectious Diseases, Keyboards, Medical Assistance, Multitasking, Office Equipment, Policy Development, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Procedure Development, Radiography, Radiology, Sales Closing Skills, Schedule Development, Technical Leadership, Time Management, Willing to Travel, Writing Skills
LOCATION
Pascagoula, Mississippi
POSTED
23 days ago
At Singing River Health System, caring isn't just part of the job - it's in our DNA. Whether we're saving lives, supporting behind the scenes, or showing up for our community, we bring the energy, heart, and hustle every single day.

With pride, passion, and commitment, we will improve health and save lives in our community every day.

Shift:
PRN as Needed

Location:
Singing River Pascagoula Hospital

Job Description

Position Overview:
The Registered Radiological (X-Ray) Technologist performs activities of the Radiology Technologist at a technical level not requiring constant supervision of technical detail, and assumes responsibilities for designated areas or procedures as directed by the Director of Radiology or Assistant Director of Radiology. The Registered Radiological (X-Ray) Technologist is responsible for securing radiology studies ordered to assist physicians in making correct diagnosis, careful handling of all radiology equipment and supplies, operating equipment properly, and reporting equipment maintenance needs for assigned area. This employee must be willing to work with the realization that poor film quality may have serious consequences for patients, and be able to pay attention to detail for extended periods of time, working under general supervision following established radiology policies and procedures. The Registered Radiological Technologist must be able to demonstrate appropriate clinical judgement and apply professional skills to a patient population of all ages.

DISCLAIMER: This is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, skills, efforts, requirements or working conditions associated with the job. While this intends to be an accurate reflection of the current job, management reserves the right to revise the job or to require that other or different tasks performed as assigned.

Education:
Graduation from a two (2) year approved School of X-ray Technology. College work desired but not required.

License:
Must be currently registered as a Radiologic Technologist by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT). Licensed by the Mississippi State Department of Health required.

Certifications:
Must complete and maintain BCLS certification upon hire and/or transfer.

Must have de-escalation training completed by the end of position orientation (90 days); must have appropriate level of de-escalation training.

Experience:
Prior experience is desired but not required. Must be interested in self-development and maintain a minimum of 24 ECE points in each two (2) year period as required by the ARRT in Radiology.

Reports to:
Director of Radiology; Assistant Director of Radiology; Chief Clinical Supervisor.

Supervises:
None

Physical Demands:
Work is moderately active: involves sitting with frequent requirements to move about the office, move about the facility, and to travel to another facility within the SRHS service area. Work involves exerting a negligible amount of force frequently to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects, including the human body.

Work involves using many physical motions in performing daily work activities; subject to exposure of body fluids, sputum and tissues, which may carry the hazard of infectious disease. Work involves using repetitive motions: substantial movements of the wrists, hands, and or fingers while operating standard office equipment such as computer keyboard.

Work involves being able to perceive the nature of sound at normal speaking levels with or without correction; the ability to make fine discriminations in sound. Work requires close visual and acuity and the ability to adjust the eye to bring an object into sharp focus, i.e. shift gaze from viewing a computer monitor to forms/printed material that are closer to compare data at close vision.

Must be able to be active for extended periods of time without experiencing undue fatigue. Must be able to work schedules assigned with the understanding that changes may be instituted according to the needs of the hospital for off days, shifts or weekends.

Mental Demands:
Must demonstrate keen mental faculties/assessment and decision making abilities. Must demonstrate superior communication/speaking/enunciation skills to receive and give information in person and by telephone. Must demonstrate strong written and verbal communication skills. Must possess emotional stability conducive to dealing with high stress levels. Must demonstrate ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.

Attention to detail and the ability to multi-task in complex situations is required. Must have the ab

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