Radiology Technologist - Atrius Health

UnitedHealth Group•Medford, MA

23h•$24 - $43•Onsite

About The Position

Explore opportunities at Atrius Health, part of the Optum family of businesses. We’re an innovative health care leader and multi-specialty group practice, delivering an effective, connected system of care for adult and pediatric patients at 28 practice locations in eastern Massachusetts. Our entire team of providers (physicians, AP/NPs and ancillary clinicians) works collaboratively with a value-based philosophy within our group practice as well as with hospitals, rehab and nursing facilities. Be part of our vision to transform care and improve lives by building trust, understanding and shared decision-making with every patient. Join us and discover the meaning behind Caring. Connecting. Growing together. Position Details: Location: 26 City Hall Mall, Medford, MA 02155 Department: Radiology Schedule: Part time, 30 hours/weekly, Monday, Tuesday, and Friday, 7:45am – 6:15pm As the Radiology Technologist, you will perform and assist in a variety of standard and specialized radiographic examinations and procedures. Demonstrates competency in all age groups and works in accordance with established policies and procedures.

Requirements

High School diploma or equivalency certificate (e.g. GED, HiSET, TASC Test) from an accredited institution or governmental unit
Graduate of an accredited radiography program and registry eligible
Licensed in Massachusetts as a radiologic technologist
Ability to provide CEU documentation required for licensure

Nice To Haves

American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS)
Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) may be required based on specialty
1+ years of experience working as a radiology technologist
Proven knowledge of Digital Radiography, Carestream, Epic, Synapse, Pacsgear, answering phones and scheduling exams

Responsibilities

Works independently using extensive knowledge of anatomy, physiology, positioning, radiation physics and radiation dosage
Confirms appropriate clinical data, obtains patient history and uses the lowest possible dose to provide high quality images for the interpreting radiologist
Delivers excellent customer service and support to patients and clinicians, answering phones, scheduling, and conducting outreach calls on behalf of the radiology department.
Provides for the emotional, physical wellbeing and safety of the patient while maintaining strict standards of patient confidentiality
Possesses the ability to communicate effectively with patients as well as other members of the health care team
Understands and is competent in other Radiology Department job responsibilities and performs these functions on a regular basis
Recognizes and effectively communicates equipment problems in a timely manner to the Department Supervisor
Performs other duties as assigned