Radiological Technologist Per Diem

ummh; Marlborough (MA); On-site; USD 39,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Signing bonus

Job summary

UMass Memorial Health in Central Massachusetts is seeking a Radiologic Technologist to perform diagnostic and fluoroscopic imaging under the direction of a Radiologist. You will gather clinical data, ensure accurate documentation, and submit exams to PACS for review.

The position requires graduation from an accredited radiology program, ARRT certification, and Massachusetts licensure, with strong patient communication in a fast-paced setting. Non-exempt; Sunday through Saturday shifts.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited radiological program with licensure or eligibility.
• ARRT registration and MA licensure required.
• Demonstrated ability to provide quality patient care in fast-paced settings.

Responsibilities

• Perform diagnostic and fluoroscopic radiologic techniques in hospital or outpatient settings.
• Gather clinical data, maintain patient records, and submit exams to PACS.
• Position patients, assist with interventional exams, and perform QA on images.

Skills

Patient care

Communication

Education

Graduate of an accredited radiological program

ARRT registered

Massachusetts license

Job description

Exemption Status: Non-Exempt

Hiring Range: $28.39 - $51.11

Schedule Details: Sunday through Saturday

Scheduled Hours: All

Shift: 4 - Mixed Shift, 12.5 Hours (United States of America)

Hours: 0

Cost Center: 10021 - 3500 Radiology Diagnostic

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.

Under the supervision of the Senior Radiologic Technologist, provides direct patient care services and other related functions in support of the department. Performs independently within scope of department policies. Clinically works at the direction of a qualified Radiologist.

Job Description

I. Major Responsibilities:

1. Properly performs all diagnostic and fluoroscopic radiologic techniques and examinations, consistent with the age of the patient, within in-patient or outpatient settings, in compliance with departmental and professional standards and protocols.
2. Gathers pertinent clinical data and maintain accurate patient records.
3. Accurately completes all exams, paperwork and submits promptly.
4. Positions and transfers patients appropriately.
5. Assists physicians with interventional exams.
6. Promptly and properly completes exams and appropriately performs QA to images and then sends exams to PACS for review by the radiologist.
7. Assists in maintaining an orderly inventory.
8. Provides Radiological technology skills to perform all exams including portables, Emergency Department work, C-ARM, fluoroscopy, and general radiology procedures.
9. Assists with any other job-related duties including film hanging, office duties and discrepancy documentation and follow-up.

Standard Staffing Level Responsibilities:

1. Complies with established departmental policies, procedures, and objectives.
2. Attends a variety of meetings, conferences, seminars as required or directed.
3. Demonstrates use of Quality Improvement in daily operations.
4. Complies with all health and safety regulations and requirements.
5. Respects diverse views and approaches, demonstrates Standards of Respect, and contributes to creating and maintaining an environment of professionalism, tolerance, civility and acceptance toward all employees, patients, and visitors.
6. Maintains regular, reliable, and predictable attendance.
7. Performs other similar and related duties as required or directed.

All responsibilities are essential job functions.

II. Position Qualifications:

License/Certification/Education:

Required:

1. Graduate of an accredited radiological program.
2. Registered by the American Registry of Radiologic Technology (ARRT).
3. Licensed by the Commonwealth of Massachusetts.

Experience/Skills:

Required:

1. Demonstrated ability to provide quality patient care with minimal supervision in a fast-paced setting, collaborating with peers to product optimum results.
2. Verbal and written communication skills to effectively communicate with patients and families.

Unless certification, licensure or registration is required, an equivalent combination of education and experience which provides proficiency in the areas of responsibility listed in this description may be substituted for the above requirements.

Department-specific competencies and their measurements will be developed and maintained in the individual departments. The competencies will be maintained and attached to the departmental job description. Responsible managers will review competencies with position incumbents.

III. Physical Demands and Environmental Conditions:

Constantly:

Working Indoors, Precise Hearing required, and Precise Vision required; Lifting, Carrying, Pushing, and Pulling - Less than 10 pounds.

Frequently:

• Standing
• Walking
• Pushing
• Pulling
• Twisting
• Reaching
• Grasping

Often:

• Sitting
• Bending
• Kneeling
• Performing Repetitive Movements
• High Level of Stress
• Precise Motor Skills required
• Lifting
• Carrying
• Pushing
• and Pulling - 10 pounds to over 100 pounds.

Never:

• Climbing
• Balancing
• Crawling
• Working Outdoors
• Working in Temperature Extremes
• Working at Heights

All qualified applicants will receive