Radiologic Technologist with Sign on Bonus and New Enhanced Pay Rates!

SSH South Shore Hospital, Inc.; United States; On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Flexible shifts

No call

Free parking/shuttle

Medical, dental & vision

Job summary

South Shore Health is seeking a Radiology Technologist to join its imaging team. The role involves performing diagnostic radiographic procedures, ensuring patient safety, and delivering high-quality images for accurate diagnoses.

The position offers day, evening or night shifts with no on-call requirements. A $7,500 sign-on bonus is available for full-time roles, and benefits start day one, including medical, dental, and vision coverage.

Qualifications

• Minimum Education - Preferred Graduate of an approved two-year program.
• Minimum Work Experience Six (6) months to be fully proficient.
• Required Licenses / Registrations: MA state license and ARRT Radiography Registration within one year of hire.

Responsibilities

• Perform radiographic procedures to insure proper radiologic diagnosis.
• Maintain patient safety and comfort during imaging.
• Prepare and operate radiography equipment and accessories.
• Verify patient identity and document imaging results in the medical record.
• Adhere to radiation safety and infection control policies.

Skills

Patient care

Radiography

Medical equipment handling

Safety procedures

Education

Two-year radiography program graduate

Tools

Radiography equipment

PACS

Fluoroscopy

Job description

South Shore Health is looking to grow their talented and dedicated Radiology Technologist team and would love to have you join us!

There are so many amazing reasons to work for South Shore Health, but here are just a few:

• New competitive pay rates
• Generous shift differentials
• $7,500 sign on bonus for all full-time roles
• Work Life Balance: Flexible shift options including full-time, part-time and per diem
• Day, evening or night shifts available with NO CALL!
• Career Growth: Exposure to a Level II Adult Trauma Center, Level III NICU and the third busiest Emergency Department in the state
• Free Parking/Shuttle for all employees
• Medical, Dental & Vision insurance: Starts day 1

Please let us know if you are interested in hearing more!

Under the direction of the Department Manager, performs interpretive, patient care and technical functions to insure proper radiologic diagnosis of patients.

Compensation Pay Range: $38.10 - $55.10

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

1. 1 - Patient Care
   a - Confirm patient’s identity.
   b - Evaluate patient’s ability to understand and comply with requirements for the requested examination.
   c - Explain and confirm patient’s preparation (e.g., diet restrictions, preparatory medications) prior to radiographic/fluoroscopic examinations.
   d - Examine radiographic requisition to verify accuracy and completeness of information (e.g., patient history, clinical diagnosis).
   e - Sequence imaging procedures to avoid residual contrast material affecting future exams.
   f - Responsible for medical equipment attached to patients (e.g., IV’s, oxygen) during the radiographic procedures.
   g - Provide for patient safety, comfort, and modesty.
   h - Communicate scheduling delays to waiting patients.
   i - Verify or obtain patient consent as necessary (e.g., contrast studies).
   j - Explain procedure instructions to patient or patient’s family.
2. 2 - (continued from # 1)
   a - Practice standard precautions.
   b - Follow appropriate procedures when in contact with patient in isolation.
   c - Select immobilization devices, when indicated, to prevent patient’s movement and/or ensure patients safety.
   d - Use proper body mechanics and/or mechanical transfer devices when assisting patient.
   e - Prior to administration of contrast agent, gather information to determine appropriate dosage, and to determine if patient is at increased risk of adverse reaction.
   f - Confirm type of contrast media and prepare for administration.
   g - Use sterile or aseptic technique and prepare for administration.
   h - Observe patient after administration of contrast media to detect adverse reactions.
   i - Recognize need for prompt medical attention and administer emergency care.
   j - Explain post-procedural instructions to patient or patient’s family.
3. 3 - (continued from #2)
   a - Maintain confidentiality of patient’s information.
   b - Document required information on patient’s medical record (e.g., radiographic requisitions, radiographs).
   c - Quality assures exams performed to capture the technical and room time.
   d - Performs work of equal skill, effort and responsibility as directed and may perform work of a higher level in preparation for increase responsibility.
4. 4 - Radiation Protection
   a - Clean, disinfect or sterilize facilities and equipment, and dispose of contaminated items in preparation for next examination.
   b - Evaluate the need for and use of protective shielding.
   c - Take appropriate precautions to minimize radiation exposure to patient.
   d - Question female patient of child-bearing age about possible pregnancy and take appropriate action (i.e., document response, contact physician).
   e - Restrict beam to limit exposure area, improve image quality, and reduce radiation dose.
   f - Set kVp, mA and time or automatic exposure system to achieve optimum image quality, safe operating conditions, and minimum radiation dose.
   g - Prevent all unnecessary persons from remaining in area during x-ray exposure.
   h - Take appropriate precautions to minimize occupation radiation exposure.
   i - Wear a personnel monitoring device while on duty.
   j - Evaluate individual occupational exposure reports to determine if values for the reporting period are within established limits.
5. 5 - Equipment Operation
   a - Prepare and operate radiographic unit and accessories.
   i. Three-phrase generator.
   ii. High frequency generator.
   iii. Bone densitometry unit.
   b - Prepare and operate fluoroscopy unit and accessories.
   i. Fixed fluoroscopic unit and accessories
   ii. Pulse fluoroscopy
   iii. Digital fluoroscopy
   iv. Mobile fluoroscopic unit
   c - Prepare and operate digital imaging devices.
   i. Computerized radiography
   ii. Direct digital radiography
   iii. Picture archival and communication system (PACS)
6. 6 - Image Production
   a - Remove all radiopaque materials from patient or table that could interfere with the radiographic image.
   b - Select equipment and accessories (e.g., grid, compensating filters, shielding for the examination requested.
   c - Use radiopaque markers to indicate anatomical side, position or other relevant information (e.g., time, upright, decubitis, post-void).
   d - Explain breathing instructions prior to making the exposure.
   e - Position patient to demonstrate the desired anatomy using body landmarks.
   f - Determine appropriate exposure factors using calipers and technique charts.
   i. Fixed kVp technique chart
   ii. Variable kVp technique chart
   iii. Calipers (to determine patient thickness for exposure)
   iv. Automatic exposure control (AEC)
   g - Modify exposure factors for circumstances such as involuntary motion, casts and splints, pathological conditions, or patient’s inability to cooperate.
   h - Process exposed image.
   i - Reload cassettes and magazines by selecting film of proper size and type.
   j - Prepare digital/computed image receptor for exposure.
7. 7 - (continued from #6)
   a - Verify accuracy of patient identification on radiograph.
   b - Evaluate radiographs for diagnostic quality.
   c - Determine corrective measures if radiograph is not of diagnostic quality and take appropriate action.
   d - Store and handle film/cassette in a manner which will reduce the possibility of artifact production.
8. 8 - Equipment Maintenance
   a - Recognize and report malfunctions in the radiographic or fluoroscopic unit and accessories.
   i. Visual inspection of equipment.
   b - Perform basic evaluations of radiographic equipment and accessories.
   i. Beam restriction system
   ii. Beam alignment
   iii. Source-to-image receptor distance indicator
   iv. Radiation protection devices (lead aprons and gloves).
9. 9 - Safety Awareness – Fosters a “Culture of Safety” through personal ownership and commitment to a safe environment.
   a - Prior to the start of any invasive procedures, a final verification to confirm the correct patient, procedure, site, and information is done.
   b - Verifies patient according to policy prior to administration of care/procedures/medications.
   c - Follows approved procedure for verifying MD orders including a verbal readback to the licensed independent practitioner after receiving a telephone order.
   d - Complies with the current CDC hand hygiene guidelines through proper handwashing, as observed by nurse manager and peers.
   e - Consistently follows the South Shore Hospital policy to mark surgical sites.
   f - Makes appropriate use of personal protective equipment at all times.
   g - Adheres to respiratory etiquette guidelines.
   h - Adheres to universal precautions.
   i - Appropriately disposes of hazardous materials.
   j - Adheres to electrical safety guidelines.

JOB REQUIREMENTS

Minimum Education - Preferred Graduate of an approved two-year program.

Minimum Work Experience Six (6) months to be fully proficient.

Required Licenses / Registrations

• RT- Radiography Technology (MA state license) or RT Temp - Radiography Technology Temporary (MA state license) at time of hire
• RT- Radiography Technology (MA state license) within one year of hire
• ARRT Radiography Registration (ARRT-R) or international equivalent within one year of hire

Required additional Knowledge and Abilities Employees must produce their CEU records to their manager prior to start date and on an ongoing basis thereafter. Technologists in this position are responsible to maintain CEU activity on-site for a period of two years longer than the technologist’s last licensure renewal date Full-time overnight position, 10 or 12 hour shifts available. Responsibilities if Required: Education if Required: License/Registration/Certification Requirements: Radiography Technology (MA) - Radiation Control Program (Massachusetts), Radiography Technology Temporary License (MA) - Radiation Control Program (Massachusetts)

South Shore Health is a not-for-profit, charitable health system offering primary and specialty care, hospital care, home health and community care, emergency and urgent care, and preventative and wellness services. We are the largest independent health system in southeastern Massachusetts.

South Shore Health brings together like-minded people who work “As One” toward a common goal of providing exceptional care the people of our region deserve. We unite top-caliber talent, technology, and service with the wishes and personal needs of patients and their families to develop individualized treatment plans.