Per-diem Radiology Technologist

SAH Brown University Health Fall River; Swansea (MA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

Brown University Health in Swansea, MA is seeking a Radiologic Technologist to perform radiographic procedures and support physicians with fluoroscopic and interventional imaging as needed. You will ensure image quality, proper patient positioning, and adherence to safety protocols.

Responsibilities include operating imaging equipment, documenting patient and procedure data in RIS/HIS, and assisting with contrast administration while maintaining a respectful, compassionate approach to patients

Qualifications

• Graduates must complete a radiography certificate or AS degree.
• ARRT certification or equivalent; MA radiography licensure renewal biannually.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, identify, positioning, protection and radiographic technique iDemonstrates competence in the preparation, identification, positioning, protection and radiographic technique of all imaging procedures.
• Computer System Uses computer system (RIS/HIS) to document accurate and timely patient/procedure information to ensure efficient quality patient care.
• Preparation/Set-Up iAssists physicians in fluoroscopicnterventional procedures and prepares contrast as needed. Ensures that imaging rooms are properly set up and functional before physician begins procedure
• Technique iEmployee uses proper techniques that minimize radiation exposure to self, patients the general public and other health care personnel. Modifies care according to patient’s age.

Skills

Radiography procedures

Radiation safety

Equipment operation

Positioning techniques

Patient transfers

Communication skills

Age-related care (pediatrics/geriatr)

Ethical conduct

Education

Certificate program in Radiography

Associate in Science in Radiography

Tools

RIS/HIS system

Job description

SUMMARY:

Provides health care services, applying x-ray energy to assist in diagnosis or treatment. Performs radiographic procedures and related techniques, producing images for the interpretation by; or at the request of a licensed practitioner Brown University Health employees are expected to successfully role model the organization's values of Compassion, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence as these values guide our everyday actions with patients, customers and one another. In addition to our values, all employees are expected to demonstrate the core Success Factors which tell us how we work together and how we get things done. The core Success Factors include: Instill Trust and Value Differences Patient and Community Focus and Collaborate

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Preparation, identification, positioning, protection and radiographic technique iDemonstrates competence in the preparation, identification, positioning, protection and radiographic technique of all imaging procedures.


• Computer System Uses computer system (RIS/HIS) to document accurate and timely patient/procedure information to ensure efficient quality patient care.


• Preparation/Set-Up iAssists physicians in fluoroscopicnterventional procedures and prepares contrast as needed. Ensures that imaging rooms are properly set up and functional before physician begins procedure


• Technique iEmployee uses proper techniques that minimize radiation exposure to self, patients the general public and other health care personnel. Modifies care according to patient’s age.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Minimum Education Requirements:>Graduate of Certificate Program in Radiography or Associate in Science Degree


• Minimum Work Experience:>One to three years experience preferred, but not required

Other skills and abilities:

Knowledge of radiographic procedures, equipment operation, radiation safety, positioning techniques, patient transfers, good communication skills, ability to handle multiple tasks/projects, ethical and professional conduct, good understanding of age-related developmental issues of pediatrics and geriatrics. Flexibility to work overtime as needed as well as on‑call duty, weekend rotations. Interest in participating in orientation/clinical education of student radiographers in accordance with clinical education center guidelines for radiologic technology program(s).

Equipment/Software/Certification:

Certification by ARRT (American Registry of Radiologic Technologists) in radiography, or equivalent. Renewed annually. Licensure by theCommonwealthofMassachusettsin Radiography. Renewed biannually

Pay Range:

$32.43-$47.66

Location:

440 Swansea Mall Drive - 440 Swansea Mall Drive Swansea, Massachusetts 02777

Work Type:

Flex hours M-F

Work Shift:

Day

Driving Required:

No

Union:

1199 Seiu United Healthcare Workers East As Rhode Island's largest health system and private employer, Brown University Health is the state's premier provider of health services and includes the only Level I Trauma Center for southeastern New England. Today, more than 20,000 people work at Brown University Health and bring their unique skills, experiences, and compassion to their jobs every day. Formed in 1994, Brown University Health is a not-for-profit health system based in Providence, RI comprising three teaching hospitals of The Warren Alpert Medical School of Brown University: Rhode Island Hospital and its Hasbro Children's; The Miriam Hospital; and Bradley Hospital, the nation’s first psychiatric hospital for children; Newport Hospital, Saint Anne's Hospital and Morton Hospital, community hospitals offering a broad range of health services; Gateway Healthcare, the state’s largest provider of community behavioral health care; and Brown Health Medical Group, the largest multi-specialty practice in Rhode Island.

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