Multimodality Technologist - Chelsea - X-Ray, Mammography - Per Diem

Beth Israel Lahey Health; Chelsea (MA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 103,000; Full time

Job summary

Beth Israel Lahey Health is seeking a Cross-Trained Imaging Tech to perform a wide range of radiology exams in a busy hospital/urgent care setting. The role supports two modalities and requires strong image quality, patient communication, and adherence to safety standards.

The ideal candidate holds an Associate's degree in Medical Radiography, MA radiology license, ARRT certification, and BLS, with 3–5 years of experience. Advanced computer skills with PACS/RIS are essential.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree in Medical Radiography is required.
• Massachusetts radiology license required, ARRT certification, and BLS are required.
• 3-5 years of related work experience in radiology.
• Proficient computer skills for PACS, RIS and related systems.

Responsibilities

• Prepares and positions patients for diagnostic exams of various body parts and sets up equipment.
• Evaluates image quality and ensures completeness of orders.
• Explains procedures clearly and responds to patient needs while maintaining infection control.
• Edits computer entries for accuracy, billing, and contrast usage.
• Maintains daily room checks and monthly inventory of supplies.

Skills

Medical Radiography

MA Radiology License

ARRT Certification

BLS Certification

Computer Proficiency

Education

Associate's degree in Medical Radiography

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.

Job Summary

The Cross-Trained Imaging Tech is responsible for performing a wide range of radiology exams and procedures in a Hospital/Level I trauma and/or Urgent Care setting. Job specific duties are dependent upon the two modalities assigned (see job posting for modality details). For example: General Diagnostic/ Breast Imaging, Interventional/Neurointerventional, etc.This position meets the scope of practice as defined by the ASRT practice standard guidelines.

Job Description

Essential Responsibilities

• Prepares and positions patients for diagnostic exams of various parts of the body which includes setting up equipment and patient in relation to each other to provide best demonstration of body part under study. Enters instructions into computers,monitors and evaluates images for accuracy and completeness of order. Makes necessary adjustments when judged to be necessary.
• Evaluates image quality and completeness.
• Responds to patient's physical and psychological needs. Explains all procedures in a clear and concise manner without causing unnecessary anxiety. Uses Proper Hand Hygiene before and after patient contact. Observes patient's condition and reports any change to nurse or physician.
• Edits computer entries for correctness of description, charges for billing, usage of contrast and reactions
• Maintains Daily Room Check list, and monthly inventory checks for expired products.

Required Qualifications

• Associate's degree in Medical Radiography required.
• License Radiology MA License required., and Registration American Registry of Rad Tech required., and Basic Life Support required.
• 3-5 years related work experience required.
• Appropriate ARRT or equivalent certification required based on scope of practice (for example: Mammography, MRI, Ultrasound, Vascular).
• New hires will have 30 days to provide BLS certification. Certification has to be with the American Heart Association (AHA).
• Advanced technical computer skills as required for technical support specific to functional area and related systems.

Competencies

Decision Making

Ability to make decisions that are guided by general instructions and practices requiring some interpretation. May make recommendations for solving problems of moderate complexity and importance.

Problem Solving

Ability to address problems that are varied, requiring analysis or interpretation of the situation using direct observation, knowledge and skills based on general precedents.

Independence of Action

Ability to follow precedents and procedures. May set priorities and organize work within general guidelines. Seeks assistance when confronted with difficult and/or unpredictable situations. Work progress is monitored by supervisor/manager.

Written Communications

Ability to communicate clearly and effectively in written English with internal and external customers.

Oral Communications

Ability to comprehend and converse in English to communicate effectively with medical center staff, patients, families and external customers.

Knowledge

Ability to demonstrate full working knowledge of standard concepts, practices, procedures and policies with the ability to use them in varied situations.

Team Work

Ability to work collaboratively in small teams to improve the operations of immediate work group by offering ideas, identifying issues, and respecting team members.

Customer Service

Ability to provide a high level of customer service to patients, visitors, staff and external customers in a professional, service-oriented, respectful manner using skills in active listening and problem solving. Ability to remain calm in stressful situations.

Age Based Competencies

Employees in this job must be competent to provide patient care to the following age groups: Neonatal:Birth to 6 months, Young adult: 16-30 years, Middle Age: 30 - 60 years, Elderly: 60 -.

Physical Nature Of The Job

Heavy work: Exerting up to 100 pounds of force occasionally and/or 50 pounds of force frequently. Work is physically demanding and requires extended periods of standing and/or moving.

Pay Range

$50.50 - $75.04

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