Radiology Tech – Massena Hospital Position Available In Norfolk, Massachusetts

Job Description:

Job Description Job Description Job Title:

Radiology TechDepartment:

Imaging Location:

Massena Hospital Hours Per Week:

perdiem

Schedule:

8 hour variable shift

SUMMARY:

The RadiologicTechnologist (Rad Tech) is responsible for performing diagnosticimaging procedures to assist in the diagnosis and treatment ofpatients. This role involves operating X-ray and other imagingequipment, ensuring patient safety, and producing high-qualityimages for physician review. The ideal candidate isdetail-oriented, compassionate, and committed to deliveringexceptional patient care while adhering to safety protocols andprofessional standards.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Reads charts,prescriptions and radiology requests to ascertain the existence ofvalid physician orders for diagnostic x-ray procedures.
• Obtainspertinent clinical information and follows special physicianrequests noted on prescriptions and radiology requests.
• Preparescontrast media according to physician’s order or departmentalpolicy.
• Assures proper patient identify prior to performing anx-ray procedure.
• Questions female patients of child bearing ageregarding the possibility of being pregnant prior to performing anx-ray procedure.
• Reports positive or questionable responses tothe radiologist or referring physician for additional guidanceprior to proceeding any further.
• Performs diagnostic x-rayprocedures not involving fluoroscopy.
• Assists physicians duringfluoroscopic and invasive radiology procedures.
• Functions in theoperating room to provide diagnostic x-ray coverage.
• Lifts andmoves patients with assistance.
• Operates all stationary andmobile x-ray equipment available to the Medical Imaging department
• Notifies supervisor of equipment deficiencies.
• Develops x-raysand assists in maintaining processing equipment by assuring thatchemical solutions are kept at prescribed levels.
• Maintainsassigned x-ray room.
• Assures that the assigned room is stockedaccording to prescribed levels with necessary supplies
• Assists,as needed, or as patient care demands, in the operation of thex-ray file room.
• Maintains a thorough knowledge of its operation
• Labels all studies correctly ?

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

RequiredDegree:

• Graduate from an AMA approved program in

RadiologicalTechnology Required Certification/Licensure:

• Current New YorkState licensure or permit to practice as a RadiologicalTechnologist
• New York State Department of Health Licensure andRegistered with ARRT
• BLS within 3 months of hire.
• Requiresability to think and act quickly in order to deliver efficient,quality patient care.
• Requires good reading and deductive skillsin order to interpret physician requests and effectively solveproblems.
• Requires sufficient sensitivity and interpersonalskills to deal with apprehensive patients in a professional andcompassionate manner.
• Requires positive and effectivecommunication skills for interaction with physicians and staff inemotionally charged situations ?

Required Years of Experience:

None

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

UNION:

CSEA

• Civil Service EmployeesAssociation (MH)

Note:

Not all per diem roles are union eligible

EDUCATION

LICENSES /

CERTIFICATIONS:

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

M

• Medium Work
• Exerting 20 to 50 pounds of force occasionally,and/or 10 to 25 pounds of force frequently, and/or greater thannegligible up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects;Requires frequent walking, standing or squatting.

For diseasespecific care programs refer to the program specific requirementsof the department for further specifications on experience andeducational expectations, including continuing educationrequirements. Any physical requirements reported by a prospectiveemployee and/or employee’s physician or delegate will be consideredfor accommodations.

PAY RANGE

$28.82

• $38.

96 The listed base payrange is a good faith representation of current potential base payfor a successful full time applicant. It may be modified in thefuture and eligible for additional pay components. Pay isdetermined by factors including experience, relevantqualifications, specialty, internal equity, location, andcontracts. Rochester Regional Health is an EqualOpportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.

Minority/Female/Disability/Veterans by a prospective employeeand/or employee’s Physician or delegate will be considered foraccommodations.