Radiologic Technologist

ummh; United States; On-site; USD 50,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

UMass Memorial Health is seeking a Radiologic Technologist to perform a variety of imaging procedures using standard and portable x-ray equipment. You will help position patients, ensure safety, and maintain high-quality images.

Responsibilities include processing requisitions, supervising contrast administration, and coordinating with Radiologists to optimize imaging protocols while adhering to departmental policies and safety standards.

Qualifications

• Prepares patients for exams and ensures comfort and modesty.
• Obtains and examines requisitions and verifies patient identification.
• Operates imaging equipment per protocols and physician orders.
• Calculates and selects technical factors for procedures.
• Monitors contrast administration and patient safety.

Responsibilities

• Prepares patients for exams and ensures comfort during procedures.
• Positions patients and equipment to obtain diagnostic images.
• Follows department policies and updates techniques as needed.
• Protects non-target areas from radiation exposure per safety standards.
• Ensures images meet quality standards and are registered in RIS/PACS.
• Assists physicians in specialized imaging procedures.

Skills

Patient positioning

Radiology safety

Imaging equipment operation

Contrast administration

RIS/PACS workflow

Tools

RIS (Radiology Information System)

PACS

Job description

Exemption Status

Non-Exempt

Schedule Details

Sunday through Saturday

Scheduled Hours

All hours

Hours

40

This position may have a signing bonus available a member of the Recruitment Team will confirm eligibility during the interview process.

Everyone Is a Caregiver

At UMass Memorial Health, everyone is a caregiver - regardless of their title or responsibilities. Exceptional patient care, academic excellence and leading-edge research make UMass Memorial the premier health system of Central Massachusetts, and a place where we can help you build the career you deserve. We are more than 20,000 employees, working together as one health system in a relentless pursuit of healing for our patients, community and each other. And everyone, in their own unique way, plays an important part, every day.

Performs a variety of technical radiologic procedures using standard, portable and/or specialized x-ray equipment to apply prescribed ionizing radiation in order to assist physicians in the diagnosis and treatment of patients' illnesses and injuries. Performs related tasks such as assisting patients in positioning for correct anatomical exposure, maintaining order and cleanliness of work area and performing routine clerical tasks.

Hiring Range

$24.10 - $57.66

Full time, part time and per diem positions available

UMass Memorial Health Entities

• Medical Center - Worcester (University, Memorial, Hahnemann)
• Health Alliance -Clinton (Leominster)
• Marlboro Hospital
• Harrington Hospital (Southbridge, Webster)
• Community Healthlink - Worcester
• Community Medical Group (Doctor Offices)

I. Major Responsibilities

• Prepares patient for exams as required and insures patient comfort and modesty at all times. Obtains and examines the requisition for imaging examination. Always checks patient identification band for inpatients and two methods of identification for outpatients before any procedure is performed. Obtains informed consent and/or contrast questionnaire when appropriate and consults with appropriate Radiologist regarding contrast administration, imaging protocols.
• Participates in transfer of patients if needed, positions and instructs patients regarding the procedure in order to obtain and effect the desired screening/diagnostic results as specified by the physician.
• Follows all department established and appropriate policies and procedures as required. Makes changes and adjustments to techniques as required by observance of physician, Supervisor and self-improvement and initiative.
• Provides protection according to department policy to unaffected areas of the body from radiation exposure in accordance with prescribed safety standards.
• Calculates and selects proper technical factors as appropriate to the procedure. Selects equipment appropriate to the patient and the examination to be performed. Positions patient and equipment to provide images specified by department protocol or requisition form.
• Evaluates the images to assure that they contain proper identification and are of diagnostic quality. Adjusts techniques and factors when necessary due to improper studies or quality factors. Checks equipment and accessories to insure they are in proper operating condition.
• Operates imaging equipment according to specific diagnostic procedure and in conformance to established routines and techniques. Properly utilizes and maintains computed radiography and direct imaging equipment. Reviews electronic images to ensure that it is of acceptable quality and completeness for screening/diagnostic purposes. Utilizes portable x-ray equipment to execute diagnostic procedures in patient rooms, surgery and in other instances where it is not feasible to transfer the patient to regular treatment room. Transfers or duplicates films/images as directed.
• Follows PACs workflow procedures, working with electronic work lists, repair exceptions, ensuring all electronic images meet quality standards including the correct patient demographics and accession numbers. Ensures all images are acquired and all exams are completed in the RIS (Radiology Information System) in a timely fashion. Works independently in all areas, demonstrating a thorough knowledge of modality policy, procedures and workflow.
• Initiates hard stop when appropriate and notifies appropriate staff.
• Monitors patients receiving contrast for adverse reactions and notified appropriate staff if needed. Explains procedures to the patient and family members. Answers patient and family questions, ensuring that concerns are addressed.
• Assists physicians in the performance of specialized examinations by preparing equipment, syringes and