Performs diagnostic medical procedures producing diagnostic medical radiographs. Reports to the charge radiographers.
ResponsibilitiesPerforms radiographic examinations using C-arms, portable and stationary radiographic imaging equipment. Develops film including evaluating film for technical quality. Transports patients to radiographic room; prepares and maintains room. Maintains established departmental policies and procedures, objectives, quality assurance program, safety, environmental and infection control standards. Checks equipment, supplies and accessories on a regular basis. Maintains x-ray and other equipment in efficient operating order; performs preventative maintenance on a regularly scheduled basis; contacts outside service for major malfunctions. Maintains clean and orderly work areas. Requests and orders supplies as necessary to keep materials on hand at all times. Enhances professional growth and development through participation in educational programs, current literature, Inservice meetings and workshops. Prepares written documentation as required by the profession and the department, such as evaluation results, individualized treatment plans, progress reports, etc. Performs other duties as assigned or requested. Supports the hospital's Christian mission, philosophy, values, and goals. Participates in and supports established Performance Improvement Program. Attends JCAHO required and hospital mandatory Inservice programs. Observes hospital dress code and maintains appropriate conduct and appearance. Maintains confidentiality of all information regarding patients, families, physicians and hospital personnel.
QualificationsExperience:
None
Education:
Graduate of accredited Radiologic Technologist Program
Special Skills:
Must demonstrate ability to recognize patients' individual needs based on medical conditions, age, limitations and planned procedures.
Licensure - Medical Radiation Technologist License by the MSDH and American Registry Radiologic Technologist (ARRT)
Certification- American Heart Association’s Basic Life Support (BLS) within 30 days of hire
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Skills Required
- No prior experience required
- Graduate of an accredited Radiologic Technologist Program
- Medical Radiation Technologist License by the MSDH
- American Registry of Radiologic Technologists certification
- Ability to recognize patients' individual needs based on medical conditions, age, limitations, and planned procedures
- American Heart Association Basic Life Support certification within 30 days of hire
What We Do
FMOL Health is a large, non-profit, Catholic healthcare system sponsored by the Franciscan Missionaries of Our Lady, providing faith-based, quality, and compassionate care in Louisiana and Mississippi.
