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Merit Health · 4 weeks ago

Radiologic Technologist - Clinic

Madison, MS

Full-time

Onsite

Entry Level

1+ years exp

Merit Health is dedicated to providing top quality care to patients, and they are seeking a Radiologic Technologist to join their team. The Radiologic Technologist Clinic will perform and assist with diagnostic radiology procedures, ensuring patient care and safety throughout the process.

Health CareHospitalMedicalOncology

No H1B

Responsibilities

Practices radiation protection techniques to minimize radiation to patient and members of staff

Evaluates radiographs for technical quality

Assists physicians in administering prescribed contrast agents for all procedures. Administer first-aid as required and assist in cases of adverse reactions to contrast media or in other emergencies

Assists physicians with biopsy procedures; administer dressings as appropriate; deliver biopsy samples to laboratory and monitor vital signs of patients as necessary

Performs cleanliness and sanitary procedures and prepare and maintain rooms as required

Operates mobile x-ray equipment in operating room, emergency room, or at patient’s bedside

Explains procedures to patient to reduce anxieties and obtain patient cooperation

Ensures safe operation and manipulation of imaging equipment for exposure factors for procedures

Performs radiographic and fluoroscopy procedures as prescribed by physicians for procedures and as per approved protocols

Performs other duties as assigned

Complies with all policies and standards

Qualification

Radiologic TechnologyARRT Radiography CertificationLicensed Radiologic TechnologistRadiology Information System (RIS)PACSBCLS - Basic Life SupportPatient careRadiation safetyCritical thinking