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Radiological Technologist, Tri River Family Health Center, Per diem

UMass Memorial Health

#BLS #Healthcare #Radiology #X-ray #ARRT #Radiological Technologist #Radiologist #Imaging Services #Safety standards

Quick overview

Performs a variety of technical radiologic procedures using specialized x-ray equipment to assist physicians in patient diagnosis and treatment. Maintains patient comfort, ensures safety standards, and performs routine clerical tasks to support imaging services.

Requirements summary

Requires RTR licensure in Massachusetts and BLS certification, with ARRT certification in Radiology required within 12 months of hire. Candidates must be able to perform technical radiologic procedures and adhere to department safety and imaging protocols.

professional certificatePatient careClerical tasksBLS certificationPatient positioningRadiation safetyARRT certificationX-ray equipment operationInformed consentRadiologic proceduresRTR licensure

Job description

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Exemption Status: Non-Exempt Hiring Range: $0.00 - $0.00 Please note that the final offer may vary within this range based on a candidate’s experience, skills, qualifications, and internal equity considerations.
Schedule Details: Monday through Friday Scheduled Hours: 0800-1730 Shift: 1 - Day Shift, 8 Hours (United States of America) Hours: 0 Cost Center: 10022 - 4140 Imaging Services This position may have a signing bonus available a member of the Recruitment Team will confirm eligibility during the interview process.
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Performs a variety of technical radiologic procedures using standard, portable and/or specialized x-ray equipment to apply prescribed ionizing radiation in order to assist physicians in the diagnosis and treatment of patients' illnesses and injuries.
Performs related tasks such as assisting patients in positioning for correct anatomical exposure, maintaining order and cleanliness of work area and performing routine clerical tasks.
I.
Major Responsibilities: 1.
Prepares patient for exams as required and insures patient comfort and modesty at all times.
Obtains and examines the requisition for imaging examination.
Always checks patient identification band for inpatients and two methods of identification for outpatients before any procedure is performed.
Obtains informed consent and/or contrast questionnaire when appropriate and consults with appropriate Radiologist regarding contrast administration, imaging protocols.
2.
Participates in transfer of patients if needed, positions and instructs patients regarding the procedure in order to obtain and effect the desired screening/diagnostic results as specified by the physician.
3.
Follows all department established and appropriate policies and procedures as required.
Makes changes and adjustments to techniques as required by observance of physician, Supervisor and self-improvement and initiative.
4.
Provides protection according to department policy to unaffected areas of the body from radiation exposure in accordance with prescribed safety standards.
5.
Calculates and selects proper technical factors as appropriate to the procedure.
Selects equipment appropriate to the patient and the examination to be performed.
Positions patient and equipment to provide images specified by department protocol or requisition form.
II.
Position Qualifications: License/Certification/Education: Required: 1.
RTR licensure in the Commonwealth Massachusetts, this includes a temporary (1 year) MA license.
2.
ARRT certification in Radiology is required within 12 months from date of hire as a condition of continued employment.
3.
BLS certification.
4.
Some specialty modalities may require additional formal training and certification.
Experience/Skills: Required: 1.
Maintain all area specific CEUs for ARRT, DPH according to regulation.
Unless certification, licensure or registration is required, an equivalent combination of education and experience which provides proficiency in the areas of responsibility listed in this description may be substituted for the above requirements.
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