Radiology Tech

Beth Israel Lahey Health; Plymouth (MA); On-site; USD 43,000 - 74,000; Full time

Job summary

Beth Israel Lahey Health's Plymouth campus seeks a Radiology Technologist to perform imaging procedures in a fast-paced hospital setting. The position requires ARRT certification, graduation from an AMA approved radiology program, and licensure eligibility in Massachusetts.

Two years of hospital experience are preferred. The role entails patient preparation, image acquisition, film processing, quality control, and timely report readiness for radiologists.

Qualifications

• Two years of hospital experience preferred; student radiology technologist training considered in evaluation.

Responsibilities

• Prepare for exams and ensure proper resource use per department protocols.
• Perform exams, prep patients, and dispatch to next modality/location.
• Develop/process films per department guidelines.
• Conduct quality control to ensure complete procedures and proper film matching.
• Ensure all post-exam information is available for radiologist reporting.
• Maintain records for Exam/Requisition/Film Cycle.
• Operate and maintain x-ray equipment per manuals and guidelines.
• Keep adequate supplies and perform duties ethically and professionally.

Skills

Hospital experience

Education

AMA approved radiology program graduate

Job description

When you join the growing BILH team, you're not just taking a job, you’re making a difference in people’s lives.

40hpw; Day Shift; 9:00am-5:30pm; Rotating weekends and holidays; Weekend Call

Job Description:

Beth Israel Deaconess Hospital-Plymouth recognizes Integrity, Respect, Trust, Teamwork and Excellence as the Core Values of our organization. It is the philosophy of BID-Plymouth to follow the LEAN methodology in order to provide the full continuum of health care services and the best quality patient centered care.

Duties/Responsibilities

• Preparation for Exam: Reviews the request for the ordered procedure and determines the appropriate utilization of resources needed as determined by department protocols and consideration of patient=s needs.
• Performance of Exam: Carries out all steps necessary to get patient prepared, perform procedure, complete all related functions and dispatch patient to the next appropriate modality/location.
• Develop/Process Films: Performs all functions of film preparation, processing and handling consistent with department protocols.
• Quality Control: Performs all functions of film matching and completeness of procedure with the appropriate personnel.
• Post-exam Requirements: Assure that all information is available for report rendering by radiologists and Acall out@ or transmit wet readings when necessary.
• Perform all record keeping/paperwork necessary for Exam/Requisition/Film Cycle.
• Maintain and utilize x-ray equipment as instructed or for its intended purpose, per departmental guidelines, manufacturer=s instructions and departmental procedure manual.
• Maintain an adequate stock of pertinent supplies.
• Perform all duties in an ethical and professional manner.

It is understood that this is a summary of key job functions and does not include every detail of the job that may reasonably be required.

Experience/Knowledge/Skills Required

• Two years of experience in a hospital setting preferred, training experience as a Student Radiology Technologist in a hospital will be evaluated as part of the two year experience.

Education Required

• Graduate of an AMA approved program in radiology for registration eligibility.

Registration/Certification

• Current or eligible for, Massachusetts Radiologic Technologist License and Certification by the American Registry of Radiology Technologists (ARRT) or registry eligible, must attain certification within one year of date of hire.

Physical/Environmental Requirements

This job requires frequent bending, carrying, pulling, pushing, reaching, standing, stooping, walking and lifting over 10 lbs. There will be occasional need for climbing stairs, lifting in excess of 50 – 100 lbs and sitting. Constant use of hearing, sight and speech. Frequent use of smell and touch. Frequent keyboard and telephone use. Constant concentration and problem solving.

Pay Range:

$31.00 - $54.80

This position is covered by a collective bargaining agreement. The pay range listed for this position is the base hourly wage range the organization reasonably and in good faith expects to pay for this position at this time. The pay range for this position is established and governed by the terms of the applicable collective bargaining agreement. Employees hired into this position will receive compensation consistent with the terms of the applicable collective bargaining agreement.

As a health care organization, we have a responsibility to do everything in our power to care for and protect our patients, our colleagues and our communities. Beth Israel Lahey Health requires that all staff be vaccinated against influenza (flu) as a condition of employment.

More than 35,000 people working together. Nurses, doctors, technicians, therapists, researchers, teachers and more, making a difference in patients' lives. Your skill and compassion can make us even stronger.

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