Radiologic Technologist - 40 hours/week, Rotating

Beth Israel Lahey Health•Danvers, MN

2d•$35 - $52

About The Position

Under the supervision of the Supervisor, the Radiologic Technologist performs diagnostic radiographic procedures to produce images of body structures for the diagnosis and treatment of medical disorders. The work includes operating room, emergency room, fluoroscopic, inpatient, and outpatient populations, using ionizing radiation. The technologist monitors and maintains patient care and safety, including applying ALARA principles. The role requires flexibility to work overtime, cover other sites as needed, and participate in mandatory on-call and holiday rotations.

Requirements

Two-year program at an AMA-accredited School of Radiologic Technology.
Registered by the ARRT or registry eligible.
Licensed by the Commonwealth of Massachusetts Department of Public Health Radiation Control Program in Radiography.
Certified in basic life support (BLS).
Completion of a clinical internship in a hospital setting.
Proficiency in radiologic equipment, including C-arms and portable equipment, or ability to be trained to a competent level.
Ability to move throughout the department and hospital, push, pull, or drag equipment and/or transport patients, bend, stoop, kneel to position patients, and perform manual tasks such as turning dials, pushing buttons, and filling syringes.
Must be vaccinated against influenza as a condition of employment.
Flexibility to work overtime and cover other sites as needed; participation in on-call and holiday rotation is mandatory.

Responsibilities

Perform diagnostic radiographic procedures to produce images used to diagnose and treat medical disorders.
Obtain and document necessary patient information and history for appropriate examinations.
Document information about IV or oral contrast in the medical record.
Begin and complete examinations in the Radiology Information System (RIS) with 100% accuracy.
Label images with correct patient information and technologist initials.
Use the PACS system to ensure examination quality control.
Evaluate images for errors and determine whether repeat studies are needed; maintain a radiographic exam repeat rate below 5%.
Use the lowest reasonably achievable ionizing radiation dose needed to produce clear images (ALARA).
Contribute to a team approach to provide high-quality patient care.
Work at off-site locations as needed.
Maintain licensure annually.
Incorporate Lahey Clinic Guiding Principles and Mission Statement into daily activities.
Comply with Lahey Clinic policies and departmental and organizational behavioral expectations.
Maintain courteous and effective interactions with colleagues and patients.
Understand and meet the job description, performance expectations, and competency assessment requirements.
Meet and exceed customer needs and adhere to customer service standards.
Participate in departmental and interdepartmental quality improvement activities.
Participate in and successfully complete mandatory education.
Transport patients or equipment.
Orient new staff.
Assist with training students.