Radiology Technologist II, West Point FMC

JOB SUMMARY The Technologist II-Radiology at North Mississippi Health Services plays a crucial role in performing various technical procedures requiring independent judgment and applying ionizing radiation. They also contribute to budget control by minimizing supply use and overtime. This position acts as a liaison between staff, physicians, patients, and family members, ensuring effective communication and interaction within the Radiology department. JOB FUNCTIONS Technical:

• Have the ability to perform a variety of technical procedures that will require independent judgment and initiative to apply prescribed ionizing radiation.

Budget:

• Keep supply use to a minimal and maintain overtime to 3% or less.

Liaison:

• Serves as a liaison between staff, physicians, patients, and family members to ensure effective communication/interaction.
• Ensures high quality health care is delivered within the Radiology department by effectively interacting and cooperating with providers.

Reporting:

• Prepares and presents patients reports/projects as required.
• Maintains that exams and charges are correct on daily basis.

Regulation:

• Must have the training and experience to perform in the modality of two or more of the following modalities: CT, MRI, Mammography, Nuclear Medicine or Diagnostic Radiology, or work as NMMCI Urgent Care techs performing laboratory testing and routine radiography after hours and on weekends.
• Adheres to NMHS/NMMC Policies/Procedures/Guidelines.
• Complies with applicable Local/State/Federal policies/procedures/guideline/regulations/laws/statues.

QUALIFICATIONS Education Education Level Education Details Required/Preferred High School Diploma or GED Equivalent GED, or equivalent Required
And Associate's Degree Graduate of AMA approved school. Required

Licenses and Certifications
Licenses and Certifications Licenses and Certifications Details Time Frame Required/
Preferred CPR - Cardiac Pulmonary Resuscitation CPR - Cardio Pulmonary Resuscitation Required And Licensed Radiologic Technologist Medical Technical License for the state in which the facility is located. Required And ARRT - American Registry of Radiologic Technologists Registered or registry eligible by ARRT or RDMS in minimal of two modalities Required
Work Experience Number of Years Work Experience Details Required/
Preferred
Knowledge Skills and Abilities
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities Required/Preferred Proficiency Excellent interpersonal skills; required Required N/A The incumbent is to maintain practice of departmental and institutional policies, procedures, regulations, and information. Selection Required N/A Control unnecessary costs to the patients and the facility. Selection Required N/A Assist Radiologist and other physicians during procedures. Selection Required N/A Customer service -Promotes good department, inter-department and public relations. Incumbent receives patient and visitors both in person and by phone concerning their exams. Attends, demonstrates and participates in required in-services, performance improvement activities, and other education programs. Performs other duties as assigned while demonstrating willingness, ability and team spirit to provide optimal customer satisfaction. Selection Required N/A Assist in supervising student technologist/technicians to ensure proper guidance during procedures as part of their training. Selection Required N/A AIDET to be done with all patients. Selection Required N/A Must have excellent written and verbal communication skills Selection Required N/A Must reflect a positive, caring attitude toward clients, patients, staff and the public we serve Selection Required N/A Minimize unnecessary radiation exposure to patients. Selection Required N/A

SCOPE
Freedom To Act:
Problem Solving:
Impact:
Financial Responsibility:

• Sales Revenue Target Responsibility:
• Approval Responsibility:
• P & L Responsibility:
• Assets Controlled:
• Controllable Expenses (e.g., Payroll and other budgeted items):
• Total Financial Responsibility:

Budget Responsibility

• Primary Budget Responsibility:
• Shared Budget Responsibility: