Description:
As a nationally accredited program with a strong educational component in The University of New Mexico School of Medicine, the Office of the Medical Investigator (OMI) investigates any death occurring across the state of New Mexico that is sudden, violent, untimely, unexpected or where a person is found dead and the cause of death is unknown. The OMI, which is a special program within the Department of Pathology, determines the cause and manner of death in these cases, and provides formal death certification.
OMI is currently looking for an on-call Radiologic Tech to join our team. The chosen candidate will be assisting pathologists with completion of CT scans of decedents for the day's docket. We are looking for applicants with a strong work ethic and who are able to follow complex instruction. Candidates must be able to work in a lab setting and follow protocols for sanitation, infection control, and safety. The position also requires data entry and a high degree of attention to detail. Our candidate will be able to deal with graphic sights and intense smell.
If this sounds like an interesting position for you, we encourage you to apply. We are a 24/7 facility. We work on the weekends and holidays. This is an on-call position.
See the Position Description for additional information.
Associate's degree; at least 3 years of directly related experience which may include directly related certification or practicum training. Certification/Licensure: Certification from the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists.
Completed degree(s) from an accredited institution that are above the minimum education requirement may be substituted for experience on a year for year basis.
Preferred Qualifications:
-Knowledge of accreditation and certification requirements and standards. Records maintenance skills.
-Ability to gather data, compile information, and prepare reports.
-Skill in the use of personal computers and related software applications.
-Knowledge of the physical and operational characteristics of radiographic, ultrasound, and/or CT scanning equipment.
-Ability to calibrate and configure radiographic, ultrasound, and or CT equipment and associated facilities and devices in accordance with procedures and standards.
-Ability to safely lift, and physically manipulate patients.
-Knowledge of appropriate CT setting, x-ray exposure times, and safety parameters.
Only applications submitted through the official UNMJobs site will be accepted. If you are viewing this job advertisement on a 3rd party site, please visit UNMJobs to submit an application.
Positions posted with a Staff Type of Regular or Term are eligible for the Veteran Preference Program. See the Veteran Preference Program webpage for additional details.
The University of New Mexico is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class.
The University of New Mexico requires all regular staff positions successfully pass a pre-employment background check. This may include, but is not limited to, a criminal history background check, New Mexico Department of Health fingerprint screening, New Mexico Children, Youth, and Families Department fingerprint screening, verification of education credentials, and/or verification of prior employment. For more information about background checks, visit https://policy.unm.edu/university-policies/3000/3280.html. Refer to https://policy.unm.edu/university-policies/3000/3200.html for a definition of Regular Staff.
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