Diagnostic Radiology Technologist PRN - Main Hospital
University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences
Summary
The Diagnostic Radiology Technologist produces radiographic images for medical interpretation, interacts with all healthcare staff, many clerical staff members, all patient care departments, and with patients' families and visitors. This position is held accountable for performing the correct radiologic exams and producing high-quality images.
Job description
Summary of Job Duties
The Diagnostic Radiology Technologist produces radiographic images for medical interpretation, interacts with all healthcare staff, many clerical staff members, all patient care departments, and with patients' families and visitors. This position is held accountable for performing the correct radiologic exams and producing high-quality images.
Responsibilities
- Consists of performing optimal x-rays, and must be able to lift 25lbs. or more.
- Rotate through several modalities, portables on the floors, surgery, fluoro, and the emergency department performing X-rays, as well as coverage of diagnostic imaging at UAMS.
- Communicates with patients, patients' family members, co-workers, and physicians.
- Continues education and learning new procedures on a day-to-day basis.
- Duties will include answering the phones and communicating with different floors in the hospital.
- Moving C-ARM and OARM's
- Other duties may be assigned to this position.
Requirements
- Associates - Graduate of an approved Radiology program
- Registered or eligible by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT)
- Licensed by the State of Arkansas in Radiology Technology
- Preferred: BS Degree
- Preferred: More than one (1) year of experience in diagnostic radiology or a related field
Benefits
- Medical, Dental & Vision
- Holiday, Vacation & Sick Leave
- Education discount
- Retirement: Up to 10% matched
- Basic Life Insurance
- Career Training
- Merchant Discounts
- Concierge prescription delivery
Company overview
The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) is Arkansas' only comprehensive academic health sciences university and the state's largest public employer. Founded in 1879 by eight physicians, UAMS has evolved into a statewide health system encompassing six colleges: Medicine, Pharmacy, Nursing, Health Professions, Public Health, and Graduate School. As a premier academic medical center, UAMS combines education, research, and clinical care through its UAMS Medical Center, which serves as Arkansas' only adult Level 1 trauma center and the state's sole provider of adult kidney, liver, and pancreas transplants. The institution operates with a $1.3 billion budget and generates over $100 million in annual research funding, maintaining internationally recognized programs in multiple myeloma, aging, and other specialized areas. UAMS supports over 3,000 students, 900 medical residents and fellows, and maintains affiliations with Arkansas Children's Hospital and the Central Arkansas Veterans Healthcare System. With eight regional campuses across Arkansas, UAMS provides extensive community outreach and telehealth services, ensuring healthcare access throughout the state while contributing approximately $3.92 billion annually to Arkansas' economy.