Radiologic Technologist-Per Diem at Beth Israel Lahey Health

When you join the growing BILH team youre not just taking a job youre making a difference in peoples lives.Contributes to the Hospitals mission to care heal and to excel in service to our community by independently performing radiographic examinations in accordance to department protocols and ACR imaging standards and maintaining safety standards using state-of-the-art diagnostic equipment PACS and other related medical imaging equipment This professional technologist position will have an impact on quality safety and the patient experience.Job Description:QUALIFICATIONS:Education: Required: Completed accredited Radiology Technology Program and be registry eligiblePreferred: Associates Degree in a Radiology TechnologyExperience: Preferred: At least one yearOther Skills/Knowledge: Required: For safety and quality reasons must be able to read write and communicate effectively in English with patients visitors and fellow members of the hospital teamLICENSES REGISTRATIONS CERTIFICATIONS: Required:Massachusetts Radiologic Technologist license and registry eligible for ARRT.Must be obtained ARRT within 12 months of hire. LIFE SUPPORT CERTIFICATION REQUIRED: Basic Life SupportPOPULATION SPECIFIC REQUIREMENTS: Neonates Infants Children Adolescents Adults GeriatricsOTHER JOB REQUIREMENTS:On-call: As neededSchedule requirements: Required to regularly rotate through days evenings weekends and holidays as necessaryTravel requirements: May be scheduled at any of the radiology locationsREPORTING RELATIONSHIPS: Reports to the:(Hospital) Day Supervisor on day shift(Hospital) Evening Supervisor on evening/nights/weekend(Baldwin Park II) Manager Offsite Imaging(Family Medical Center) Site Supervisor(Reading Health Center) Site Supervisor(Montvale Diagnostic Center) Manager Offsite ImagingRadiology Supervisor Pain ClinicNot responsible for supervising the work of othersConsistent with the WE CARE principles and inherent in a hospital environment employees must be flexible in meeting patients and the Hospitals needs. While the list below describes the primary functions of this job all employees at Winchester Hospital need to recognize that an essential element of their job is the ability to respond to unanticipated and/or changing situations. This may result in assuming responsibilities or tasks which are not on this list.As part of the Radiology team the Radiology Technologist IGreets escorts assesses educates and identifies patients making the patients feel welcomed and comfortable and fulfilling all safety and quality checks including verifying exam orders.Performs exams utilizing ALARA standards (As Low as Reasonably Acceptable).Completes diagnostic imaging examinations following established exam protocols established by Radiologists.Enters examinations correctly ensuring accurate and informative documentation and appropriate charges are entered.Electronically sends and stores images and data appropriately in PACS.Maintains all department records and logs to monitor quality and safety in accordance with departmental policies.Maintains a clean and safe work environment presenting the best possible impression of facilities and fostering our culture of safety. Responds to supply and equipment issues timely to ensure optimum operations and equipment quality and long-term equipment maintenance and life.Transports and provides ambulatory assistance to patients as necessary.Educates and informs patients and family members throughout the patients experience. Communicates effectively with the healthcare team utilizing established handoff procedures. Gives and accepts respectful feedback to enhance teamwork. Minimizes preventable harm events and consistently executes the infection control protocols. Incorporates the Culture of Safety tools in daily practice adhering to quality and safety guidelines and communicating near-miss or potential risks. Coordinates work schedule with departmental supervisor to maintain adequate staffing levels to meet our patients and physicians needs.DEPARTMENT SPECIFIC JOB FUNCTIONSOffsite locations:Registers patients for examinationsOrders radiology examinationsProcedures and patient type vary based on locationPHYSICAL AND MENTAL REQUIREMENTS/CONDITIONSThe employee needs to have the physical and mental abilities to perform the duties of the position listed above using the WE CARE behaviors.It is anticipated that the employee will have contact with blood or other potentially infectious materials while performing their job duties.Requires working in an area in which there is exposure to radiation.Must be able to wear lead apron for prolonged periods of time.Pay Range: $35.00 - $52.01The 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. Actual compensation is determined based on several factors that may include seniority education training relevant experience relevant certifications geographyof work location job responsibilities or other applicable factors permissible by law. Compensation may exceed the base hourly rate depending on shift differentials call pay premium pay overtime pay and other additional pay practices as applicable to the position and in accordance with the law.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 35000 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.Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled Key Skills Advertisement,Fireworks,Maintenance,Contract Management,Import & Export,Android Development Employment Type : Part-Time Experience: years Vacancy: 1 Monthly Salary Salary: 35 - 52