Radiology Technologist

Merrimack Health; Haverhill (MA); On-site; USD 54,000 - 81,000; Full time

Job summary

Merrimack Health in Massachusetts is seeking a Radiologic Technologist to produce diagnostic radiographs with proper positioning, labeling, and collimation. The role requires maintaining radiation safety, preparing contrast for procedures, and assisting radiologists.

Candidates must be a graduate of an accredited Radiologic Technology program, hold ARRT registration, and possess a valid MA license. The position emphasizes accuracy, protocol adherence, and patient safety.

Qualifications

• Graduate of accredited Radiologic Technology program.
• ARRT registration must be current.
• Massachusetts License in Radiologic Technology required.

Responsibilities

• Label radiographs with correct right/left markers, patient name, date of service, and hospital.
• Wear radiation badge; store properly and replace monthly.
• Assist physicians with fluoroscopy and prepare barium contrast.
• Ensure radiology suites are ready before procedures.
• Report equipment issues to the team leader promptly.
• Follow protocol to contact clinical engineering for service.
• Maintain day sheets and complete required fields.
• Maintain cleanliness and infection control in all suites.
• Provide Wet Readings to nurses/physicians per radiologist guidance.
• Enter patient tracking details in the Meditech ITS radiology module.

Education

Graduate of accredited Radiologic Technology program

ARRT registration

Massachusetts radiologic technology license

Job description

Salary Range: $39.65 - $59.47

Position Summary:

Consistently produces radiographs of diagnostic quality by using appropriate positioning, proper technique and accurate collimation.

Essential Functions:

• Consistently label all radiographs with appropriate right and left markers (own), patient's name, date of service, hospital name, and as appropriate, portable documentation of exams performed outside the main department.
• Alwayswear a radiation film badge while on duty, store it in a designated location within the department, and change the badge monthly on a designated due date.
• Assists physicians with fluoroscopic procedures and prepares barium contrast according to protocol.
• Ensures suites are properly set up and functioning before the radiologist begins the procedure.
• Routinely reports equipment malfunctions/repairs as soon as possible to the team leader or designee.
• Follows established protocol for seeking a clinical engineering field service technician.
• Maintains accurate and complete day sheets, filling in all required fields.
• Maintains order and cleanliness in assigned suites and throughout the department, including ED and OR radiology work areas. Preps and stockrooms at beginning and throughout the shift. Cleans suites between patients according to an infection control routine, including all equipment and devices.
• Provides Wet Readings to nurses and physicians as directed by a radiologist and according to hospital privacy guidelines. Maintains documentation according to departmental guidelines.
• Willingly participates with new procedures and techniques. Demonstrates a proactive and positive approach to new programs within the work area.
• Operates the Meditech ITS radiology moduleaccording to hospital and departmental privacy and confidentiality standards. Understands all required functions in the Technologist Menu, including but not limited to charging, amending/editing, adding, deleting, entering LMP, LSU or other required information.
• Enters all patient tracking details. Seeks assistance as needed.
• Acquires 12 CEU's per year according to state and registry guidelines. Provides the team leader with CEU documentation within 5 business days of the event or receipt of documentation from source.
• Always properly identifies patients prior to procedure according to patient safety standards: asks patient's name and DOB. Verifies patient response with bracelet (inpatient) or green card (outpatient). Must receive verbal identity confirmation prior to beginning the procedure.

Minimum Qualifications

• Must be a graduate of an accredited school of Radiologic Technology.
• Must hold a valid registration by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT).
• Must hold a valid commonwealth of Massachusetts license.