Radiologic Technologist-Sign On Bonus Eligible

carenewengland; Warwick (RI); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Care New England Health System in Rhode Island seeks a Radiologic Technologist to set up and operate radiographic equipment, process and evaluate images, and assist radiologists with procedures. CPR certification and ARRT registration are required, with an Associate’s degree in Radiologic Technology and at least one year of related experience preferred.

The role is based in the Warwick, RI area and involves sterile technique, patient positioning, and after-hours call coverage as needed.

Qualifications

• An Associate’s degree in Radiologic Technology and a minimum of one year’s job-related experience or equivalent is required.
• CPR certification is required.
• Registration from the ARRT is also required.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate radiographic equipment and the integrated computer system.
• Process, examine and evaluate radiographs and prepare them for final interpretation by radiologists and surgeons.
• Assist the Radiologist with procedures, including film programming and contrast injection.
• Prepare instruments, guidewires, catheters, syringes and injectors using sterile technique.
• Position the patient to obtain the best possible view of the area of concern.
• Greet and reassure the patient and explain the exam to ease anxiety; drape the patient using sterile technique.
• Respond to after-hour callbacks on an emergency basis.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Skills

Radiologic Technology

Radiographic Equipment Operation

Patient Positioning

Image Processing

Sterile Technique

CPR

Education

Associate’s degree in Radiologic Technology

Tools

ARRT Registration

Job description

Primary Function

Responsible for providing quality DSA and cut film radiographs which entail the least amount of radiation or contrast injection to the patient.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate all radiographic equipment, including the integrated computer system and corresponding hardware.
• Process, examine and evaluate radiographs. Prepare radiographs for final interpretation by radiologists and surgeons.
• Assist the Radiologist with performing certain procedures, including film programming and contrast injection.
• Prepare instruments, guidewires, catheters, syringes and injectors using a sterile technique.
• Position the patient to assist the radiologist with obtaining the best possible view of the affected area.
• Greet and reassure the patient. Explain the exam in a way to put the patient at ease. Prepare and drape the patient prior to the exam using sterile technique.
• Respond to after-hour call backs on an emergency basis.
• Performs all other related duties as assigned.

Job Qualifications and Specifications

An Associate’s degree in Radiologic Technology and a minimum of one year’s job-related experience or equivalent is required. CPR certification is required. Registration from the ARRT is also required.

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, and our Wellness Center—are trusted organizations fueling the latest advances in medical research, attracting the nation’s top specialty-trained doctors, and honing renowned services and innovative programs to engage in the important discussions people need to have about their health.

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.