Technologist, Rad II-SHARE

UMass Memorial Health•Worcester, MA

8d•$36 - $51•Onsite

About The Position

Performs a variety of technical radiologic procedures using standard, portable, and/or specialized x-ray equipment to apply prescribed ionizing radiation to assist physicians in diagnosing and treating patients’ illnesses and injuries. Related duties include helping patients position for appropriate anatomical exposure, maintaining an orderly and clean work area, and performing routine clerical tasks. The position works a 24-hour weekly schedule on Friday, Monday, Wednesday, and weekends (Saturday and Sunday), with scheduled hours of 10:30 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. The shift is an eight-hour evening shift. The position is non-exempt and represented by SHARE (State Healthcare and Research Employees). The hiring range is $36.04–$51.28 based on a 40-hour full-time schedule; compensation is prorated for part-time or reduced schedules and varies based on scheduled hours, experience, skills, qualifications, and internal equity. A signing bonus may be available, with eligibility confirmed by the Recruitment Team during the interview process.

Requirements

Massachusetts RTR licensure, including a temporary one-year Massachusetts license.
ARRT certification in Radiology within 12 months of hire as a condition of continued employment.
BLS certification.
Maintain area-specific continuing education units for ARRT and DPH in accordance with regulations.
Some specialty modalities may require additional formal training and certification.
Meet department-specific competencies maintained by the relevant department.

Responsibilities

Prepare patients for examinations, promote comfort and modesty, review requisitions, verify patient identity using the required methods, obtain consent or contrast questionnaires when appropriate, and consult radiologists about contrast administration and imaging protocols.
Assist with patient transfers as needed; position and instruct patients to obtain the screening or diagnostic results specified by the physician.
Follow department policies and procedures, adjusting techniques as needed based on physician or supervisor direction, observations, and initiative.
Protect unaffected areas of the body from radiation exposure according to department policy and safety standards.
Calculate and select technical factors and appropriate equipment; position patients and equipment to produce images required by department protocols or requisitions.
Evaluate images for correct identification and diagnostic quality, adjust techniques when needed, and check equipment and accessories for proper operating condition.
Operate imaging equipment for diagnostic procedures, maintain and use computed radiography and direct imaging equipment, review electronic images for quality and completeness, use portable x-ray equipment when patients cannot be moved to a treatment room, and transfer or duplicate images as directed.
Follow PACS workflow procedures, manage electronic work lists and repair exceptions, verify image quality and patient demographics, and ensure images and exams are completed in the Radiology Information System promptly.
Work independently across assigned areas while demonstrating knowledge of modality policies, procedures, and workflow.
Initiate a hard stop when appropriate and notify the appropriate staff.
Monitor patients receiving contrast for adverse reactions, notify staff when needed, explain procedures, and address questions and concerns from patients and family members.
Assist physicians with specialized examinations by preparing equipment, syringes, contrast media, sterile supplies, instruments, and other materials; help position patients and administer contrast as appropriate, following the Universal Protocol.
Complete images, requisitions, and related records for patient identification, statistical, and billing purposes, and prepare images for radiologist review.
Perform radiographic technologist duties in other areas or modalities as needed and maintain competence through assigned rotations.
Report hazardous conditions or equipment breakdowns promptly and remove defective equipment from service.
Maintain a clean, orderly, and properly supplied work area and request supplies as needed.
Understand and practice ALARA radiation-protection principles, including the use and exchange of personal dosimeters.
Comply with departmental policies, procedures, objectives, and health and safety requirements; attend meetings, conferences, and seminars as required or directed.
Use quality improvement in daily operations and contribute to a professional, respectful, inclusive environment.
Maintain regular, reliable, and predictable attendance and perform other similar duties as required or directed.