Diagnostic Radiology Technologist, 40hr - Days

Beth Israel Lahey Health; Winchester (MA); On-site; USD 48,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

Beth Israel Lahey Health is seeking a Radiology Technologist to independently perform radiographic examinations according to department protocols and ACR imaging standards. You will maintain safety and quality while using state-of-the-art equipment and PACS to support patient care.

The role emphasizes accurate documentation, patient education, and teamwork to ensure optimal safety and patient experience. Shift schedule includes evenings and weekends, reflecting hospital operations.

Qualifications

• Completed accredited Radiology Technology Program and registry eligible.
• Associates Degree in Radiology Technology preferred.
• Experience: at least 1 year preferred.
• Massachusetts Radiologic Technologist license and ARRT registry eligibility; ARRT certification within 12 months of hire.

Responsibilities

• Greet, escort, assess and educate patients, ensuring safety checks and correct exam orders.
• Perform radiographic exams following ALARA standards and department protocols.
• Enter accurate exam data and charges; ensure correct documentation.
• Capture and store images in PACS; maintain imaging records and logs.
• Support safety culture and infection control practices; coordinate with team to ensure staffing needs.

Skills

Patient care

Safety awareness

Teamwork

Education

Radiology Tech program

Associates Degree in Radiology

Tools

PACS

ALARA protocols

Job description

When you join the growing BILH team, you're not just taking a job, you’re making a difference in people’s lives.

Contributes to the Hospital’s mission to care, heal and to excel in service to our community by independently performing radiographic examinations in accordance to department protocols and ACR imaging standards and maintaining safety standards, using state-of-the-art diagnostic equipment, PACS, and other related medical imaging equipment This professional technologist position will have an impact on quality, safety and the patient experience.

Week #1

TUES/WED/FRIDAY 7:30 -6

SAT 8-6:30

Week #2

SUNDAY 8-6:30

TUES/THURS/FRIDAY 7:30-6

Qualifications

Job Description

Education Required

Completed accredited Radiology Technology Program and be registry eligible

Education Preferred

Associates Degree in a Radiology Technology

Experience Preferred

At least one year

LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS, CERTIFICATIONS

Required

• Massachusetts Radiologic Technologist license and registry eligible for ARRT.
• Must be obtained ARRT within 12 months of hire.
• Basic Life Support Certification

Job Functions

As part of the Radiology team, the Radiology Technologist:

• Greets, escorts, assesses, educates and identifies patients making the patients feel welcomed and comfortable and fulfilling all safety and quality checks, including verifying exam orders.
• Performs exams utilizing ALARA standards (As Low as Reasonably Acceptable).
• Completes diagnostic imaging examinations following established exam protocols established by Radiologists.
• Enters examinations correctly, ensuring accurate and informative documentation and appropriate charges are entered.
• Electronically sends and stores images and data appropriately in PACS.
• Maintains all department records and logs to monitor quality and safety in accordance with departmental policies.
• Maintains a clean and safe work environment presenting the best possible impression of facilities and fostering our culture of safety.
• Responds to supply and equipment issues timely to ensure optimum operations and equipment quality and long-term equipment maintenance and life.
• Transports and provides ambulatory assistance to patients as necessary.
• Educates and informs patients and family members throughout the patients’ experience.
• Communicates effectively with the healthcare team utilizing established handoff procedures.
• Gives and accepts respectful feedback to enhance teamwork.
• Minimizes preventable harm events and consistently executes the infection control protocols. Incorporates the Culture of Safety tools in daily practice, adhering to quality and safety guidelines and communicating near-miss or potential risks.
• Coordinates work schedule with departmental supervisor to maintain adequate staffing levels to meet our patients’ and physicians’ needs.

Pay Range

$35.00 - $52.01

The pay range listed for this position is the base hourly wage range the organization reasonably and in good faith expects to pay for this position at this time. Actual compensation is determined based on several factors, that may include seniority, education, training, relevant experience, relevant certifications, geography of work location, job responsibilities, or other applicable factors permissible by law. Compensation may exceed the base hourly rate depending on shift differentials, call pay, premium pay, overtime pay, and other additional pay practices, as applicable to the position and in accordance with the law.

As a health care organization, we have a responsibility to do everything in our power to care for and protect our patients, our colleagues and our communities. Beth Israel Lahey Health requires that all staff be vaccinated against influenza (flu) as a condition of employment.

More than 35,000 people working together. Nurses, doctors, technicians, therapists, researchers, teachers and more, making a difference in patients' lives. Your skill and compassion can make us even stronger.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled