Radiologic Technologist II

Beth Israel Lahey Health; Newburyport (MA); On-site; USD 50,971 - 75,740; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

$20,000 sign-on bonus

Vaccination against influenza required

Job summary

Beth Israel Lahey Health is seeking a Radiology Technician in Newburyport, MA. This position will involve performing radiology exams and preparing patients for diagnostic procedures. Candidates must have vocational training in Medical Radiography and be licensed as a MARadTech. Compensation ranges from $37.00 to $54.98 per hour, with additional benefits and shift differentials. A $20,000 sign-on bonus is offered, subject to restrictions.

Qualifications

• License MARadTech‑Radiography required.
• Registration with the American Registry of Rad Tech required.
• Certificate I Basic Life Support required.
• 0–1 year related work experience required.
• New hires required to have MA Rad Tech license by start date.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and position patients for diagnostic exams.
• Enter instructions into computers and monitor images.
• Evaluate radiographs for image quality and completeness.
• Respond to the patient's physical and psychological needs.

Skills

Decision Making

Problem Solving

Independence of Action

Written Communications

Oral Communications

Team Work

Customer Service

Education

Vocational or technical training in Medical Radiography

Associate’s degree in Medical Radiography preferred

Tools

Technical computer skills

Job description

Sign-On Bonus

*** $20,000 Sign-On Bonus Offered *** (Subject to some restrictions)

Proposed Schedule

• Thu: 11 a‑7:30 p
• Fri: 7 a‑11:30 p
• Sat: 11 a‑11 p

Job Summary

Performs a wide range of radiology exams and procedures. This position meets the scope of practice as defined by the ASRT practice standard guidelines.

Essential Responsibilities

• Prepares and positions patients for diagnostic exams of various parts of the body, including setting up equipment and positioning the patient to provide the best demonstration of the body part under study.
• Enters instructions into computers, monitors and evaluates images for accuracy and completeness of the order.
• Adjusts images as necessary.
• Evaluates radiographs for image quality and completeness.
• Responds to the patient’s physical and psychological needs, explains procedures clearly, uses proper hand hygiene, observes the patient’s condition and reports changes to a nurse or physician.

Required Qualifications

• Vocational or technical training in Medical Radiography required; associate’s degree in Medical Radiography preferred.
• License MARadTech‑Radiography required; registration with the American Registry of Rad Tech required; Certificate I Basic Life Support required.
• 0–1 year related work experience required.
• New hires required to have MA Rad Tech license by start date.
• New hires will have 30 days to provide BLS certification with the AHA.
• New graduates may have a temporary MA Rad Tech license and may be ARRT eligible for 1 year from graduation.
• Advanced technical computer skills required for technical support specific to the functional area and related systems.

Competencies

• Decision Making: Ability to make decisions guided by general instructions and practices; may recommend solutions for moderate complexity.
• Problem Solving: Ability to address varied problems requiring analysis or interpretation.
• Independence of Action: Ability to follow precedents and procedures; may set priorities within general guidelines; seeks assistance when faced with difficult situations; work is monitored by a supervisor.
• Written Communications: Ability to communicate clearly and effectively in written English.
• Oral Communications: Ability to converse in English and communicate effectively with medical center staff, patients, families, and external customers.
• Knowledge: Demonstrate full working knowledge of standard concepts, practices, procedures, and policies with the ability to use them in varied situations.
• Team Work: Ability to work collaboratively in small teams, improve operations, offer ideas, identify issues, and respect team members.
• Customer Service: Ability to provide a high level of customer service to patients, visitors, staff, and external customers; remain calm in stressful situations.

Age Based Competencies

Employees must be competent to provide patient care to neonatal (birth to 6 months), young adult (16–30 years), middle‑age (30–60 years), and elderly (60+).

Physical Nature Of The Job

Heavy work: Exerts up to 100 pounds occasionally and/or 50 pounds frequently. Requires extended periods of standing and/or moving.

Pay Range and Benefits

$37.00 – $54.98 per hour. This is the base hourly wage; actual compensation may exceed due to shift differentials, call pay, premium pay, overtime, and other applicable pay practices. Vaccination against influenza required as a condition of employment.

Equal Opportunity Employer / Veterans / Disabled.