Radiology Technologist, Orthopedics (Per Diem) (Falmouth)

Cape Cod Healthcare•Falmouth, MA

About The Position

The Radiology Technologist performs diagnostic radiographic procedures using radiographic and other appropriate equipment. The role includes positioning patients and equipment, setting exposure factors, processing images as applicable, and evaluating radiographs for technical quality. The technologist reviews imaging requests, explains procedures to patients, supports their physical and psychological needs, and protects patients and staff from unnecessary radiation exposure. The position coordinates work to complete procedures efficiently and according to department policies, maintains radiology records and image identification, and may assist with administering radiographic contrast media when trained and authorized. The technologist follows hospital policies, including infection control and emergency plans, maintains professional development and licensing requirements, and upholds ethical conduct and patient confidentiality.

Requirements

High school graduate or equivalent.
Graduate of a Committee of Allied Health Education and Accreditation (AMA) accredited radiography program, or equivalent.
Valid Massachusetts state license.
CPR certification within three months of the position start date.

Responsibilities

Perform diagnostic radiographic procedures using radiographic and other appropriate equipment; position equipment and set exposure factors.
Process radiographs as applicable and evaluate images for technical quality.
Position patients and adjust immobilization devices to obtain requested views according to department policies and procedures.
Review requests for radiological studies, explain procedures, and answer patients’ relevant questions.
Provide for patients’ physical and psychological needs to ensure safety and comfort during examinations and procedures.
Apply radiographic protection principles, including beam restriction, patient shielding, and appropriate exposure factors, to minimize radiation exposure to patients and staff.
Coordinate work to maximize productivity and efficiency and complete work promptly in accordance with department policies and procedures.
Maintain radiology records and label radiographs to ensure proper identification.
Assist with administration of radiographic contrast media, or administer it directly if trained and authorized by the radiologist.
Maintain knowledge of departmental and hospital policies and procedures, including fire and disaster plans, and comply with infection control policies.
Participate in professional growth and development and meet continuing education requirements directed by the American Registry of Radiological Technologists and Massachusetts State Licensing.
Maintain ethical relationships with patients, physicians, personnel, and guests, and protect patient confidentiality.
Perform other related duties as assigned or requested.