Radiologic Technologist (no weekends)
Boston, Massachusetts
Employer: Massachusetts General Hospital(MGH)
Industry: X-Ray
Salary: Competitive
Job type: Full-Time
What's in it for you?
Provides imaging services at a Level I Trauma hospital institution under general direction of the Operations and Technical Managers. This individual performs a variety of patient contact duties related to the operation of radiologic equipment to make clinical diagnostic X-ray images as directed by a physician. Explains safety protocols and routine diagnostic procedures to patients. The individual must have the capability of performing routine diagnostic procedures efficiently method, accuracy utilizing various radiographic equipment such as fluoroscopic, portable, and diagnostic equipment as related to the area.
PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
SKILLS/ ABILITIES/ COMPETENCIES REQUIRED:
Qualifications
LICENSES, CERTIFICATIONS, and/or REGISTRATIONS (if applicable):
EDUCATION:
EEO Statement
Massachusetts General Hospital is an Equal Opportunity Employer. By embracing diverse skills, perspectives and ideas, we choose to lead. Applications from protected veterans and individuals with disabilities are strongly encouraged.
- $15,000 sign on We're offering a generous sign-on bonus to welcome you to our team. Recognizing and valuing exceptional talent, we're eager to discuss the exciting details of this bonus during our interview process
- Work Life Balance: Weekday shifts 8s 10s (options for nights and weekends)
- Career Growth: Opportunities to train an grow in all diagnostic areas or move to other modalities
- State of the art equipment & facilities
- Medical, Dental & Vision insurance: Starts day 1
- PTO: up to 30 days annually for new hires including hospital holidays
- Retirement: A hospital funded pension plus a 403(b) with company match
Provides imaging services at a Level I Trauma hospital institution under general direction of the Operations and Technical Managers. This individual performs a variety of patient contact duties related to the operation of radiologic equipment to make clinical diagnostic X-ray images as directed by a physician. Explains safety protocols and routine diagnostic procedures to patients. The individual must have the capability of performing routine diagnostic procedures efficiently method, accuracy utilizing various radiographic equipment such as fluoroscopic, portable, and diagnostic equipment as related to the area.
PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Upholds and follows the Standards of Behavior Policy
- Scheduled rotations in all areas of radiography including Outpatient, Inpatient, OR and Fluoroscopy procedures.
- Conduct equipment system warm-up and quality assurance procedures per established guidelines to ensure a safe and effective equipment operation
- Follow Radiology Patient Identification Policy
- Correctly interpret exam requests making sure history conforms to exam requested
- Positions and follows Emergency, Inpatient and Outpatient exam protocols for patients of all ages, level of acuity and body habitus
- Instructs patients regarding the procedures while remaining cognizant of patient's condition
- Utilizes immobilization and supportive devices to obtain the desired radiographic positions and to ensure patient safety
- Selects radiographic exposure factors for procedures using the principle of ALARA
- Maintains a high level of image quality when archiving exams to PACS to ensure all images are of the correct patient, correct exam, correct labeling, positioning and orientation
- Acquires and maintains knowledge of Radiation Safety, and Hospital and Departmental Policies
- Maintains knowledge of the location of emergency equipment, code carts and the procedure necessary to alert the Code Team and Rapid Response Team
- Responsible for mentoring imaging students and new employees following the MGH mission statement
SKILLS/ ABILITIES/ COMPETENCIES REQUIRED:
- Knowledge of anatomy, cross-sectional anatomy, physiology, medical terminology.
- Knowledge of the principles of radiation physics
- Knowledge of radiographic positioning and radiographic equipment
- Acquires and maintains knowledge of related topics to include, but not limited to radiation safety and hospital and departmental policies
- Effective interpersonal and communications skills both verbal and written.
- Maintains inventory of exam room, maintains a clean and safe working environment.
- Physical ability to perform all job functions
- Computer skills for effective patient care and communication
- Ability to provide compassionate care to patients and family
- Ability to recognize emergency situations and respond appropriately, location of emergency code procedures and equipment
- Must be able to read and write English
- Must possess the ability to assess patient specific data relative to age-specific needs and provide appropriate care
- Upholds ethical and professional standards
Qualifications
LICENSES, CERTIFICATIONS, and/or REGISTRATIONS (if applicable):
- Valid license to practice as a radiologic technologist in the state of Massachusetts required
- Must be certified by the ARRT
- BLS
EDUCATION:
- successful completion of an accredited school of Radiologic Technology.
EEO Statement
Massachusetts General Hospital is an Equal Opportunity Employer. By embracing diverse skills, perspectives and ideas, we choose to lead. Applications from protected veterans and individuals with disabilities are strongly encouraged.
Created: 2024-05-08
Reference: 3284431
Country: United States
State: Massachusetts
City: Boston
ZIP: 02120
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