Rad Tech, Radiology, 32 hrs evening e/o weekend

UMass Memorial Health; Marlborough (MA); On-site; USD 27,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Signing bonus may be available

Job summary

UMass Memorial Health is seeking a Radiologic Technologist to provide direct patient care services and perform diagnostic radiologic techniques. The role involves working in both inpatient and outpatient settings under the supervision of a Senior Radiologic Technologist.

The ideal candidate will have a graduate degree from an accredited radiological program, must be registered by the ARRT, and possess a license from the Commonwealth of Massachusetts. Strong communication skills and the ability to collaborate effectively are essential.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated ability to provide quality patient care with minimal supervision in a fast-paced setting.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Collaborate with peers to produce optimum results.

Responsibilities

• Properly performs all diagnostic and fluoroscopic radiologic techniques.
• Gather and maintain pertinent clinical data and patient records.
• Assist physicians with interventional exams.

Skills

Quality patient care

Communication skills

Collaboration

Education

Graduate of an accredited radiological program

Registered by ARRT

Licensed by the Commonwealth of Massachusetts

Job description

Exemption Status: Non-Exempt

Hiring Range: $26.88 - $43.68. Please note that the final offer may vary within this range based on a candidate's experience, skills, qualifications, and internal equity considerations.

Schedule Details: Friday, Holidays - Every Other Holiday, Monday, Saturday, Sunday through Saturday, Thursday, Wednesday

Scheduled Hours: 3p - 11:30p, 7a - 3:30p

Shift: 2 - Evening Shift, 8 Hours (United States of America)

Hours: 32 hrs/week

Cost Center: 21000 - 3500 Radiology Diagnostic

Union: SHARE Marlborough

Signing bonus may be available; eligibility will be confirmed during interview.

Under the supervision of the Senior Radiologic Technologist, provides direct patient care services and other related functions in support of the department. Performs independently within scope of department policies. Clinically works at the direction of a qualified Radiologist.

Major Responsibilities

• Properly performs all diagnostic and fluoroscopic radiologic techniques and examinations, consistent with the age of the patient, within in-patient or outpatient settings, in compliance with departmental and professional standards and protocols.
• Gather and maintain pertinent clinical data and accurate patient records.
• Accurately completes all exams, paperwork and submits promptly.
• Positions and transfers patients appropriately.
• Assists physicians with interventional exams.
• Promptly and properly completes exams and appropriately performs QA to images and then sends exams to PACS for review by the radiologist.
• Assists in maintaining an orderly inventory.
• Provides Radiological technology skills to perform all exams including portables, Emergency Department work, C-ARM, fluoroscopy, and general radiology procedures.
• Assists with any other job-related duties including film hanging, office duties and discrepancy documentation and follow-up.

Standard Staffing Level Responsibilities

• Complies with established departmental policies, procedures, and objectives.
• Attends a variety of meetings, conferences, seminars as required or directed.
• Demonstrates use of Quality Improvement in daily operations.
• Complies with all health and safety regulations and requirements.
• Respects diverse views and approaches, demonstrates Standards of Respect, and contributes to creating and maintaining an environment of professionalism, tolerance, civility and acceptance toward all employees, patients, and visitors.
• Maintains regular, reliable, and predictable attendance.
• Performs other similar and related duties as required or directed.
• All responsibilities are essential job functions.

Position Qualifications

License/Certification/Education

• Graduate of an accredited radiological program.
• Registered by the American Registry of Radiologic Technology (ARRT).
• Licensed by the Commonwealth of Massachusetts.

Experience/Skills

• Required: Demonstrated ability to provide quality patient care with minimal supervision in a fast‑paced setting, collaborating with peers to produce optimum results.
• Required: Verbal and written communication skills to effectively communicate with patients and families.
• Preferred: Unless certification, licensure or registration is required, an equivalent combination of education and experience which provides proficiency in the areas of responsibility listed in this description may be substituted for the above requirements.

Physical Demands and Environmental Conditions

• Constantly: Working indoors, precise hearing required, precise vision required; lifting, carrying, pushing, pulling – less than 10 pounds.
• Frequently: Standing, walking, pushing, pulling, twisting, reaching, grasping.
• Often: Sitting, bending, kneeling, performing repetitive movements, high level of stress, precise motor skills required; lifting, carrying, pushing, and pulling – 10 pounds to over 100 pounds.
• Never: Climbing, balancing, crawling, working outdoors, working in temperature extremes, and working at heights.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, gender identity and expression, protected veteran status or other status protected by law.