Radiologic Technologist

Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Job summary

Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center is seeking a Radiology Technologist to perform a wide range of radiology exams and assist with related duties. The role follows ASRT scope guidelines and requires competent patient positioning, image evaluation, and clear communication with patients.

Qualifications include vocational/technical radiography training, ARRT registration, MA Rad Tech license by start date, and BLS. 0–1 year experience preferred.

Qualifications

• Vocational or Technical training in Medical Radiography required.
• Associate's degree in Medical Radiography preferred.
• MARadTech-Radiography license required, ARRT registration required, and BLS certification required.
• 0-1 years related work experience required.
• MA Rad Tech license by start date required for new hires.
• New hires will have 30 days to provide BLS certification.
• Temp MA Rad Tech License and ARRT eligibility within 1 year of graduation for new grads.
• Advanced technical computer skills as required for technical support specific to functional area and related systems.

Responsibilities

• Prepares and positions patients for diagnostic exams with appropriate equipment setup and alignment; enters instructions into computers; monitor and evaluate images for accuracy and completeness.
• Evaluates radiographs for image quality and completeness.
• Responds to patient's physical and psychological needs; explains procedures clearly to minimize anxiety; observes patient condition and reports changes to nurse or physician.

Skills

Teamwork

Customer service

Written communications

Oral communications

Knowledge

Problem solving

Decision making

Independence of Action

Education

Vocational/Technical training in Medical Radiography

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.

Beth Israel Lahey Health is an Advanced Urgent Care Service in Dedham staffed by board certified Emergency Medicine Physicians. This service to the community offers onsite.

Technologist would be responsible for performing digital XRAY studies as well as assisting with supply management and registration of patients.

The Advanced Urgent Care Center's hours of operation are Monday-Friday, 9:00am - 7:00 pm and Saturday and Sunday 9:00am - 5:00pm.

All patients, ages (2) and above are welcomed to the NEW Advanced Urgent Care Service.

Sign on bonuses are paid out in two payments. You will receive your first payment (half of the total amount) within the first 30 days of employment and is subject to applicable taxes. You will receive the second payment (remaining balance) at six (6) months following your start date and is subject to applicable taxes.

Full time status at BIDMC is considered for schedules greater than or equal to 30 hours per week; part time status is 20 to 29 hours per week. Please note, per diem employees are not eligible for sign on bonuses.

Current and Former BILH candidates - restrictions apply. BIDMC Internal employees or employees within the BILH system are not eligible for the bonus or if you have been employed by a BILH entity within the last 12 months.

Please note, sign on bonuses are subject to change based on the organization's hiring needs and will be determined by Talent Acquisition on an ongoing basis. BILH/BIDMC Talent Acquisition reserves the right to change sign on bonus eligible jobs and amounts at any time.

Job Description:

Job Summary:

Performs a wide range of radiology exams and procedures. This position meets the scope of practice as defined by the ASRT practice standard guidelines.

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 radiographs for 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.

Required Qualifications:

• Vocational or Technical training in Medical Radiography required.
• Associate's degree in Medical Radiography preferred.
• License MARadTech-Radiography required., and Registration American Registry of Rad Tech required., and Certificate 1 Basic Life Support required.
• 0-1 years related work experience required.
• New hires required to have MA Rad Tech license by start date.
• New hires will have 30 days to provide BLS certification.
• Certification has to be with the American Heart Association (AHA).
• New graduates may have Temp MA Rad Tech License and ARRT eligible 1 year from graduation.
• 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:

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