-
Radiology Technologist
5 days ago
South Shore Health Weymouth, United States Full timeJob Description Summary · 2024 new grads apply and interview NOW · We are pleased to offer a SIGN ON BONUS of $7,500 for all full time positions. We are looking to add to our outstanding Diagnostic Imaging team and have full time, part time and per diem opportunities available. ...
-
Radiologic Technologist
2 weeks ago
HealthFirst Staffing Watertown, United StatesRadiation Oncology Technologist Travel Contract - Radiologic Technologist · 13 wk contract · 7P to 5P · One year of radiologic/imaging experience. · Graduation from an AMA-approved school of Radiologic Technology. · Registered with the American Registry of Radiologic Technologist ...
-
Radiologic Technologist
1 week ago
South Shore Health Weymouth, United StatesIf you are an existing employee of South Shore Health then please apply through the internal career site. · Requisition Number: · R-14582 · Facility: · LOC0010 - Health Express-Weymouth330 Washington StreetWeymouth, MA 02188 · Department Name: · HXP Urgent Care Weymouth · ...
-
Radiologic Technologist
2 weeks ago
HealthFirst Staffing Watertown, United StatesWe are seeking a Radiation Oncology Technologist for a 13-week assignment within a 60-mile radius. The position offers day shifts with a weekend rotation, starting immediately. The ideal candidate will have at least one year of radiologic/imaging experience, be a graduate of an A ...
-
Radiology Technologist
2 weeks ago
South Shore Health Weymouth, MA, United States Full time2024 new grads apply and interview NOW · We are pleased to offer a SIGN ON BONUS of $7,500 for all full time positions. We are looking to add to our outstanding Diagnostic Imaging team and have full time, part time and per diem opportunities available. Flexible scheduling availa ...
-
Radiology Technologist
3 weeks ago
South Shore Health Weymouth, United StatesJob Description Summary · 2024 new grads apply and interview NOW We are pleased to offer a SIGN ON BONUS of $7,500 for all full time positions. We are looking to add to our outstanding Diagnostic Imaging team and have full time, part time and per diem opportunities available. Fle ...
-
Radiologic Technologist
2 weeks ago
RWJBarnabas Health Long Branch, United StatesRadiologic Technologist (Per Diem Day), Long Branch, NJReq #: · Category:Radiology and Imaging · Status:Per Diem · Shift:Day · Facility:Monmouth Medical Center · Department:Radiology Diagnostic · Location: · Monmouth Medical Center, 300 Second Avenue, Long Branch, NJ 07740 · Job ...
-
Radiologic Technologist
2 weeks ago
RWJBarnabas Health Long Branch, United States Full timeRadiologic Technologist (Full-Time Day), Long Branch, NJReq #: · Category:Radiology and Imaging · Status:Full-Time · Shift:Day · Facility:Monmouth Medical Center · Department:Radiology Diagnostic · Location: · Monmouth Medical Center, 300 Second Avenue, Long Branch, NJ 07740 · M ...
-
Radiologic Technologist
4 weeks ago
RWJBarnabas Health Long Branch, United StatesRadiologic Technologist (Per Diem Day), Long Branch, NJReq #: · Category:Radiology and Imaging · Status:Per Diem · Shift:Day · Facility:Monmouth Medical Center · Department:Radiology Diagnostic · Location: · Monmouth Medical Center, 300 Second Avenue, Long Branch, NJ 07740 · Job ...
-
Radiologic Technologist
3 weeks ago
RWJBarnabas Health Long Branch, United States Full timeRadiologic Technologist (Full-Time Night), Long Branch, NJReq #: · Category:Radiology and Imaging · Status:Full-Time · Shift:Night · Facility:Monmouth Medical Center · Department:Radiology Diagnostic · Location: · Monmouth Medical Center, 300 Second Avenue, Long Branch, NJ 07740 ...
-
Radiologic Technologist
2 weeks ago
RWJ Barnabas Long Branch, United States Full timeJob Overview: · The Radiology Technologist position performs proper radiographic procedures as required by physician orders. Provides patient service using diagnostic, portable, and fluoroscopic equipment. The technologist is competent in the production of quality radiographs for ...
-
Radiology Technologist
2 weeks ago
Lead Health Weymouth, United StatesJob Description · Job DescriptionWe need a CT Travel Radiology Tech to make a positive impact on patient care · There are Travel Rad Techs and then there are Travel Lead-ers Lead Healthstaff is here to help you lead the charge forward in your healthcare career. Your needs, your p ...
-
Radiologic Technologist
4 weeks ago
RWJ Barnabas Long Branch, United StatesJob Overview: · The Radiology Technologist position performs proper radiographic procedures as required by physician orders. Provides patient service using diagnostic, portable, and fluoroscopic equipment. The technologist is competent in the production of quality radiographs for ...
-
Radiologic Technologist
3 weeks ago
RWJBarnabas Health Long Branch, United States· Radiologic Technologist (Per Diem Day), Long Branch, NJ · Req #: · Category: Radiology and Imaging · Status: Per Diem · Shift: Day · Facility: Monmouth Medical Center · Department: Radiology Diagnostic · Location: · Monmouth Medical Center, · 300 Second Avenue, Long B ...
-
Radiologic Technologist
2 weeks ago
RWJBarnabas Health Long Branch, United States· Radiologic Technologist (Per Diem Day), Long Branch, NJ · Req #: · Category: Radiology and Imaging · Status: Per Diem · Shift: Day · Facility: Monmouth Medical Center · Department: Radiology Diagnostic · Location: · Monmouth Medical Center, · 300 Second Avenue, Long B ...
-
Radiologic Technologist
2 weeks ago
RWJ Barnabas Long Branch, United StatesJob Overview: · The Radiology Technologist position performs proper radiographic procedures as required by physician orders. Provides patient service using diagnostic, portable, and fluoroscopic equipment. The technologist is competent in the production of quality radiographs for ...
-
Radiologic Technologist
2 weeks ago
RWJBarnabas Health Long Branch, United States Full time· Radiologic Technologist (Full-Time Night), Long Branch, NJ · Req #: · Category: Radiology and Imaging · Status: Full-Time · Shift: Night · Facility: Monmouth Medical Center · Department: Radiology Diagnostic · Location: · Monmouth Medical Center, · 300 Second Avenue, ...
-
Radiology Technologist
2 weeks ago
Lead Health South Weymouth, United StatesJob Description · Job DescriptionWe need a CT Travel Radiology Tech to make a positive impact on patient care · There are Travel Rad Techs and then there are Travel Lead-ers Lead Healthstaff is here to help you lead the charge forward in your healthcare career. Your needs, your p ...
-
Radiologic Technologist
3 weeks ago
RWJBarnabas Health Long Branch, United States Full time· Radiologic Technologist (Full-Time Day), Long Branch, NJ · Req #: · Category: Radiology and Imaging · Status: Full-Time · Shift: Day · Facility: Monmouth Medical Center · Department: Radiology Diagnostic · Location: · Monmouth Medical Center, · 300 Second Avenue, Long ...
-
Radiologic Technologist
1 week ago
South Shore Health Braintree, United StatesIf you are an existing employee of South Shore Health then please apply through the internal career site. · Requisition Number: · R-10944 · Facility: · Health_Express_Abington170 Bedford Street · Abington, MA 02351 · Department Name: · HXP Urgent Care Weymouth · Status: · Full ti ...
Radiology Technologist - Weymouth, United States - South Shore Health
Description
If you are an existing employee of South Shore Health then please apply through the internal career site.Requisition Number:
R-14454
Facility:
LOC Fogg Road55 Fogg RoadWeymouth, MA 02190
Department Name:
SSH Imaging Diagnostic
Status:
Full time
Budgeted Hours:
40
Shift:
Night (United States of America)
2024 new grads apply and interview NOW
We are pleased to offer a SIGN ON BONUS of $7,500 for all full time positions.
We are looking to add to our outstanding Diagnostic Imaging team and have full time, part time and per diem opportunities available.
Flexible scheduling available to meet your work/life balance needs
Under the direction of the Department Manager, performs interpretive, patient care and technical functions to insure proper radiologic diagnosis of patients.
a - Confirm patient's identity.
b - Evaluate patient's ability to understand and comply with requirements for the requested examination.
c - Explain and confirm patient's preparation (e.g., diet restrictions, preparatory medications) prior to radiographic/fluoroscopic examinations.
d - Examine radiographic requisition to verify accuracy and completeness of information (e.g., patient history, clinical diagnosis).
e - Sequence imaging procedures to avoid residual contrast material affecting future exams.
f - Responsible for medical equipment attached to patients (e.g., IV's, oxygen) during the radiographic procedures.
g - Provide for patient safety, comfort, and modesty.
h - Communicate scheduling delays to waiting patients.
i - Verify or obtain patient consent as necessary (e.g., contrast studies).
j - Explain procedure instructions to patient or patient's family.
2 -(continued from # 1)
a - Practice standard precautions.
b - Follow appropriate procedures when in contact with patient in isolation.
c - Select immobilization devices, when indicated, to prevent patient's movement and/or ensure patients safety.
d - Use proper body mechanics and/or mechanical transfer devices when assisting patient.
e - Prior to administration of contrast agent, gather information to determine appropriate dosage, and to determine if patient is at increased risk of adverse reaction.
f - Confirm type of contrast media and prepare for administration.g - Use sterile or aseptic technique and prepare for administration.
h - Observe patient after administration of contrast media to detect adverse reactions.
i - Recognize need for prompt medical attention and administer emergency care.
j - Explain post-procedural instructions to patient or patient's family.
3 - (continued from #2)
a - Maintain confidentiality of patient's information.
b - Document required information on patient's medical record (e.g., radiographic requisitions, radiographs).
c - Quality assures exams performed to capture the technical and room time.
d - Performs work of equal skill, effort and responsibility as directed and may perform work of a higher level in preparation for increase responsibility.
4 - Radiation Protectiona - Clean, disinfect or sterilize facilities and equipment, and dispose of contaminated items in preparation for next examination.
b - Evaluate the need for and use of protective shielding.c - Take appropriate precautions to minimize radiation exposure to patient.
d - Question female patient of child-bearing age about possible pregnancy and take appropriate action (i.e., document response, contact physician).
e - Restrict beam to limit exposure area, improve image quality, and reduce radiation dose.f - Set kVp, mA and time or automatic exposure system to achieve optimum image quality, safe operating conditions, and minimum radiation dose.
g - Prevent all unnecessary persons from remaining in area during x-ray exposure.h - Take appropriate precautions to minimize occupation radiation exposure.
i - Wear a personnel monitoring device while on duty.
j - Evaluate individual occupational exposure reports to determine if values for the reporting period are within established limits.
5 - Equipment Operationa - Prepare and operate radiographic unit and accessories.
a. Three-phrase generator.
b. High frequency generator.
c. Bone densitometry unit.
b - Prepare and operate fluoroscopy unit and accessories.
a. Fixed fluoroscopic unit and accessories
b. Pulse fluoroscopy
c. Digital fluoroscopy
d. Mobile fluoroscopic unit
c - Prepare and operate digital imaging devices.
a. Computerized radiography
b. Direct digital radiography
c. Picture archival and communication system (PACS)
6 - Image Production
a - Remove all radiopaque materials from patient or table that could interfere with the radiographic image.
b - Select equipment and accessories (e.g., grid, compensating filters, shielding for the examination requested.
c - Use radiopaque markers to indicate anatomical side, position or other relevant information(e.g., time, upright, decubitis, post-void).
d - Explain breathing instructions prior to making the exposure.
e - Position patient to demonstrate the desired anatomy using body landmarks.
f - Determine appropriate exposure factors using calipers and technique charts.
a. Fixed kVp technique chart
b. Variable kVp technique chart
c. Calipers (to determine patient thickness for exposure)
d. Automatic exposure control (AEC)
g - Modify exposure factors for circumstances such as involuntary motion, casts and splints, pathological conditions, or patient's inability to cooperate.
h - Process exposed image.i - Reload cassettes and magazines by selecting film of proper size and type.
j - Prepare digital/computed image receptor for exposure.
7 - (continued from #6)
a - Verify accuracy of patient identification on radiograph.
b - Evaluate radiographs for diagnostic quality.
c - Determine corrective measures if radiograph is not of diagnostic quality and take appropriate action.
d - Store and handle film/cassette in a manner which will reduce the possibility of artifact production.
8 - Equipment Maintenance
a - Recognize and report malfunctions in the radiographic or fluoroscopic unit and accessories.
a. Visual inspection of equipment.
b - Perform basic evaluations of radiographic equipment and accessories.
a. Beam restriction system
b. Beam alignment
c. Source-to-image receptor distance indicator
d. Radiation protection devices (lead aprons and gloves).
10 - Safety Awareness - Fosters a "Culture of Safety" through personal ownership and commitment to a safe environment.
a - Prior to the start of any invasive procedures, a final verification to confirm the correct patient, procedure, site, and information is done.
b - Verifies patient according to policy prior to administration of care/procedures/medications.c - Follows approved procedure for verifying MD orders including a verbal readback to the licensed independent practitioner after receiving a telephone order.
d - Complies with the current CDC hand hygiene guidelines through proper handwashing , as observed by nurse manager and peers.
e - Consistently follows the South Shore Hospital policy to mark surgical sites.f - Makes appropriate use of personal protective equipment at all times.
g - Adheres to respiratory etiquette guidelines.
h - Adheres to universal precautions.
i - Appropriately disposes of hazardous materials.
j - Adheres to electrical safety guidelines.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS (Cont.)
- Technology and Learning
a - Participates in continued learning and possess a willingness and ability to learn and utilize new technology and procedures that continue to develop in their role and throughout the organization.
b - Embraces technological advances that allow us to communicate information effectively and efficiently based on role.JOB REQUIREMENTS
Minimum Education - Preferred
graduate of an approved two-year program.
Minimum Work Experience
Six (6) months to be fully proficient.
Required Licenses / Registrations
RT - MA - Radiologic Technologist (Massachusetts)
Full time nights including every other weeke
Responsibilities if Required:
Education if Required:
License/Registration/Certification Requirements:
Radiography Technology (MA) - Radiation Control Program (Massachusetts), Radiography Technology Temporary License (MA) - Radiation Control Program (Massachusetts)