Radiologic Technologist KN-Sign On Bonus Eligible

Kent Hospital; Pawtucket (RI); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Kent Hospital in Rhode Island is seeking a Radiologic Technologist to plan and perform diagnostic patient examinations using radiographic equipment under the supervision of the Radiology Manager and Radiologist.

Responsibilities include operating imaging equipment, reviewing requisitions, ensuring quality images, performing quality control, training staff and students, and collaborating with other departments to coordinate scheduling and patient access.

Qualifications

• Requires an Associate’s degree in Radiologic Technology and minimum six months related experience.
• CPR Certification required.
• Rhode Island Radiology License and ARRT Certification required.

Responsibilities

• Operate imaging equipment for diagnostic radiographs safely and efficiently.
• Review requisitions and set up rooms for examinations.
• Evaluate films for quality and repeat inadequate images as needed.
• Perform quality control on imaging and related equipment per standards.
• Train employees and students in procedures.
• Coordinate with other departments to facilitate scheduling and patient access.

Skills

Radiologic imaging

Quality control

RIS/CIS/PACS

Patient care

Staff training

Education

Associate's degree in Radiologic Technology

Tools

RIS

PACS

CIS

Job description

Job Summary

The Radiologic Technologist KN is responsible for planning and performing diagnostic patient examinations using technical skills utilizing radiation-emitting equipment to produce diagnostic radiographs. At the administrative direction of the Radiology Manager/Modality Supervisor and the clinical direction of the Radiologist, independently performs all exams without any supervision.

Job Summary

The Radiologic Technologist KN is responsible for planning and performing diagnostic patient examinations using technical skills utilizing radiation-emitting equipment to produce diagnostic radiographs. At the administrative direction of the Radiology Manager/Modality Supervisor and the clinical direction of the Radiologist, independently performs all exams without any supervision.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Competently operates all units of the section’s imaging equipment while performing high-quality procedures in a safe and efficient manner.
• Review requisitions to determine proper room set up and amounts of radiation. Study views required for examination relative to patient’s anatomy and perform examinations.
• Evaluate diagnostic films to ensure quality studies, having unsuitable films repeated as necessary.
• Independently performs quality control procedures at the designated intervals on imaging and ancillary equipment to ensure compliance with Federal and Joint Commission standards of care.
• Train employees and students in day-to-day procedures.
• Collaborates, communicates and problem solves regularly with other divisions of the department and establishes ongoing lines of communication with other departments through meetings and discussions. Works proactively with other departments to facilitate patient access to the scheduling of exams.
• Demonstrates competency in the use of all applicable aspects of the Radiology information System(RIS), Clinical Information System(CIS), Picture Archiving System(PACS) and other computer systems unique to each imaging section.
• Participates in continuing education activities as required by the section employed.
• Performs all other related duties as assigned.

Requirements

• An Associate’s degree in Radiologic Technology and minimum six months job-related experience or equivalent is required.
• CPR Certification Required.
• Radiology Technologist License through the State of Rhode Island and ARRT Certification is also required.

About Us

Care New England Health System (CNE) and its member institutions, Butler Hospital, Women & Infants Hospital, Kent Hospital, VNA of Care New England, Integra, The Providence Center, and Care New England Medical Group, is a trusted, integrated health care organization that fuels the latest advances in medical research, attracts the nation’s top specialty-trained doctors, hones renowned services and innovative programs, and engages in the important discussions people need to have about their health and end-of-life wishes. Care New England is helping to transform the future of health care, providing a leading voice in the ongoing effort to ensure the health of the individuals and communities we serve.

EEO Statements

Americans with Disability Act Statement: External and internal applicants, as well as position incumbents who become disabled must be able to perform the essential job-specific functions either unaided or with the assistance of a reasonable accommodation, to be determined by the organization on a case‑by‑case basis.

EEOC Statement: Care New England is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status

Ethics Statement: Employee conducts himself/herself consistent with the ethical standards of the organization including, but not limited to hospital policy, mission, vision, and values.