SAH Radiology Technologist Job Fall River area,Massachusetts USA,Healthcare

SUMMARY

Provides health care services, applying x-ray energy to assist in diagnosis or treatment. Performs radiographic procedures and related techniques, producing images for the interpretation by; or at the request of a licensed practitioner

Brown University Health employees are expected to successfully role model the organization's values of Compassion, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence as these values guide our everyday actions with patients, customers and one addition to our values, all employees are expected to demonstrate the core Success Factors which tell us how we work together and how we get things done. The core Success Factors include:

Instill Trust and Value Differences Patient and Community Focus and Collaborate

RESPONSIBILITIES

1.Preparation, identification, positioning, protection and radiographic techniquei

Demonstrates competence in the preparation, identification, positioning, protection and radiographic technique of all imaging procedures.

2. Computer System Uses computer system (RIS/HIS) to document accurate and timely patient/procedure information to ensure efficient quality patient care.

3. Preparation/Set-Upi Assists physicians in fluoroscopicnterventional procedures and prepares contrast as needed. Ensures that imaging rooms are properly set up and functional before physician begins procedure

4. Techniquei Employee uses proper techniques that minimize radiation exposure to self, patients the general public and other health care personnel. Modifies care according to patient’s age.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum

Education Requirements:

Graduate of Certificate Program in Radiography or Associate in Science Degree
Minimum

Work Experience:

One to three years experience preferred, but not required
Other skills and abilities:

Knowledge of radiographic procedures, equipment operation, radiation safety,positioning techniques, patient transfers, good communication skills, ability tohandle multiple tasks/projects, ethical and professional conduct, good understanding of age-related developmental issues of pediatrics and geriatrics. Flexibility to work overtime as needed as well as on-call duty, weekend rotations. Interest in participating in orientation/clinical education of student radiographers in accordance with clinical education center guidelines for radiologic technology program(s).
Equipment/Software/Certification:

Certification by ARRT (American Registry of Radiologic Technologists) in radiography, or equivalent. Renewed annually. Licensure by theCommonwealthof

Massachusettsin Radiography. Renewed biannually

Pay Range

$32.43-$47.66

Brown University Health is committed to providing equal employment opportunities and maintaining a work environment free from all forms of unlawful discrimination and harassment.

Location

Saint Annes Hospital - 795 Middle Street Fall River, Massachusetts 02721

Work Type

Days, including on call rotation

Work Shift

Day

Driving Required

Union

1199 Seiu United Healthcare Workers East