Per-diem Radiology Technologist

Brown Medicine; Swansea (MA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Union: 1199 SEIU United Healthcare

Job summary

Brown University Health is seeking a Radiologic Technologist to perform radiographic procedures, operate imaging equipment, and support patient care at 440 Swansea Mall Drive, Swansea, Massachusetts. This role requires ARRT certification and Massachusetts licensure, plus strong safety and patient communication skills.

Flex hours with day shifts, a collaborative team, and opportunities to mentor students and participate in clinical education are available.

Qualifications

• Graduate of Certificate Program in Radiography.
• Associate degree in Radiography acceptable.
• ARRT certification and MA licensure required; renewals as mandated.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, identify, position, protect and perform radiographic technique.
• Document patient/procedure data in RIS/HIS for accuracy.
• Assist physicians in fluoroscopic/interventional procedures and prep contrast.
• Use proper techniques to minimize radiation exposure and adapt for age groups.

Skills

Radiography

Equipment operation

Radiation safety

Positioning techniques

Patient transfer

Communication

Multi-tasking

Age-related care

Ethics

Education

Certificate in Radiography

AS Degree in Radiography

Tools

RIS/HIS system

Radiography equipment

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

• 1.Preparation, identification, positioning, protection and radiographic technique iDemonstrates competence in the preparation, identification, positioning, protection and radiographic technique of all imaging procedures.
• 2. Computer System Uses computer system (RIS/HIS) to document accurate and timely patient/procedure information to ensure efficient quality patient care.
• 3. 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
• 4. 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

Brown University Health is committed to providing equal employment opportunities and maintaining a work environment free from all forms of unlawful discrimination and harassment.

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