Radiology Technologist

Southcoast Health; Fairhaven (MA); On-site; USD 35,000 - 52,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

$6,000 sign-on bonus

Job summary

Southcoast Health is seeking a Radiology Technologist in Fairhaven, MA, for an evening shift (3:00pm–8:00pm, four days; 4:00pm–8:00pm, one day), 24 hours weekly. A $6,000 new hire sign-on bonus is offered. The position requires ARRT Radiography certification, current MA/RI licensure, and BLS certification.

Join a not-for-profit system delivering community-focused care. Responsibilities include patient care, imaging procedures, and collaboration with the Radiology team to ensure ALARA-compliant,

Qualifications

• Complete an accredited Radiologic Technology program and ARRT Radiography certification within one year of eligibility.
• Current RT licensure in MA and/or RI required based on location.
• BLS certification; ARRT registration and BLS certification required.

Responsibilities

• Perform diversified clinical patient care and imaging procedures within the radiology modality.
• Educate patients, position them, and ensure quality images while applying ALARA principles.
• Assist physicians and coordinate with care team to maintain a safe and efficient radiology environment.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Adaptability

Education

Accredited Radiologic Technology program

ARRT Radiography certification

Job description

Community Focused. Care Driven.

Join Southcoast Health, where your future is as promising as the care we provide. Our commitment to each other, our patients, and our community is more than a mission - it's our way of life, and you'll be at the heart of it.

Southcoast Health is a not-for-profit, charitable, health system with multiple hospitals, clinics and facilities throughout southeastern Massachusetts and Rhode Island.

Nestled in local communities, Southcoast Health provides inclusive, ethical workplaces where our highly skilled caregivers offer world-class, comprehensive healthcare close to home.

Find out for yourself why Southcoast Health has been voted 'Best Place to Work' for 7 years in a row!

We are searching for a talented Radiology Technologist

*$6,000 new hire sign-on bonus for this position. (rehires termed more than 1 year also eligible)*

Hours: 24hrs

Shift: Evening shift, 3:00pm - 8:00pm four days and 4:00pm - 8:00pm one day

Location: Radiology - Fairhaven, MA

A career at Southcoast Health offers you:

• A culture of well-being that embraces, respects, and celebrates the rich diversity of one another and the communities we serve

• Competitive pay and comprehensive benefits package

• Generous Earned Time Off Package**

• Employee Wellbeing Program

• 403B Retirement Plan with company match

• Tuition assistance / Federal Loan Forgiveness programs

• Professional growth opportunities and customized leadership training

**Available to regular status employees who are scheduled to work a minimum of 24 hours.

Southcoast Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Under the general supervision and direction of the Manager, Radiology Clinical Services or designee, perform diversified clinical patient care, technical and related duties within assigned modality as part of an interdisciplinary care team. Assume responsibility for each assigned patient, perform patient assessments, and correlate clinical findings with exam/procedure request. Obtain pertinent information from patient*s chart and document all data within the EHR. Educate patient for exam. Position patient and select appropriate imaging equipment and supplies. Identify, prepare and/or administer pharmaceuticals related to the exam/procedure. Select technical factors/ parameters/sequences to produce quality images. Properly identify anatomy and evaluate images for technical quality. Apply the principles of ALARA to minimize exposure to patient, self and others and aware of MR safety practices. Assist physicians in performing procedures.

• Successful completion of an accredited program in Radiologic Technology and attainment of primary certification from the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists in Radiography within one year of eligibility.
• Current RT licensure in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts and/or Rhode Island is required based on location assignment.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification is also required.
• RT Licensure in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts and/or Rhode Island. .
• Registration with the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) and Basic Life Support (BLS) certification is required.
• Support Urgent Care, assisting providers and staff with patient flow and performing defined duties to help maintain an efficient and safe care environment
• Role requires flexibility, strong communication, and the ability to work collaboratively with the Urgent Care team while balancing radiology responsibilities.
• Must be fully vaccinated against seasonal Influenza and the COVID 19 virus or to be exempt from the requirement for medical or personal reasons by signing a statement certifying you are choosing to be exempt from vaccination once hired

Compensation: Pay rate will be determined based on level of experience.