Radiologist Technologist II, Endoscopy

Radiologist Technologist II, Endoscopy, 20 Hours, Days page is loaded## Radiologist Technologist II, Endoscopy, 20 Hours, Days remote type:
On-site (100% Onsite) locations:
Worcester, MA University Campus time type:
Part time posted on:
Posted Todayjob requisition :
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** Exemption Status:
** Non-Exempt
** Hiring Range:**$36.04 - $57.66

Please note that the final offer may vary within this range based on a candidate’s
** experience, skills, qualifications, and internal equity considerations**.
** Schedule Details:
** Holidays - Every Third Holiday, Monday through Friday, On Call - Required
** Scheduled

Hours:

** Flex staff schedule to support the unit needs. Alternating weeks- 2 shifts or 16 hours one week, 3 shifts or 24 hours another week. On call required – 1-2 times per week. On call required every third weekend.
** Shift:
** 1 - Day Shift, 8 Hours (United States of America)
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* Hours:

** 20
* * Cost Center:
** 10020 - 2116 Endoscopy Suite
** Union:
** SHARE (State Healthcare and Research Employees)
This position may have a signing bonus available a member of the Recruitment Team will confirm eligibility during the interview process.# #
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Performs a variety of technical radiologic procedures using standard, portable and/or specialized x-ray equipment to apply prescribed ionizing radiation in order to assist physicians in the diagnosis and treatment of patients' illnesses and injuries. Performs related tasks such as assisting patients in positioning for correct anatomical exposure, maintaining order and cleanliness of work area and performing routine clerical tasks.

I. Major Responsibilities:
1.  Prepares patient for exams as required and insures patient comfort and modesty at all times. Obtains and examines the requisition for imaging examination. Always checks patient identification band for inpatients and two methods of identification for outpatients before any procedure is performed. Obtains informed consent and/or contrast questionnaire when appropriate and consults with appropriate Radiologist regarding contrast administration, imaging protocols.

2.  Participates in transfer of patients if needed, positions and instructs patients regarding the procedure in order to obtain and effect the desired screening/diagnostic results as specified by the physician.
3.  Follows all department established and appropriate policies and procedures as required.  Makes changes and adjustments to techniques as required by observance of physician, Supervisor and self-improvement and initiative.  
4.  Provides protection according to department policy to unaffected areas of the body from radiation exposure in accordance with prescribed safety standards.  
5.  Calculates and selects proper technical factors as appropriate to the procedure. Selects equipment appropriate to the patient and the examination to be performed.  Positions patient and equipment to provide images specified by department protocol or requisition form.
6.  Evaluates the images to assure that they contain proper identification and are of diagnostic quality. Adjusts techniques and factors when necessary due to improper studies or quality factors. Checks equipment and accessories to insure they are in proper operating condition.  
7.  Operates imaging equipment according to specific diagnostic procedure and in conformance to established routines and techniques.  Properly utilizes and maintains computed radiography and direct imaging equipment.  Reviews electronic images to ensure that it is of acceptable quality and completeness for screening/diagnostic purposes.  Utilizes portable x-ray equipment to execute…