Per Diem / PRN Radiology Technologist - $34 per hour
Company: Mass General Brigham
Location: Charlestown
Posted on: November 3, 2024
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Job Description:
Mass General Brigham is seeking a per diem / prn Radiology
Technologist for a per diem / prn job in Charlestown,
Massachusetts.Job Description & Requirements
Summary: Under the general direction of the Administrative Director
and the Supervision of the Lead Technologist performs radiographic
procedures at a technical level not requiring constant supervision
of technical detail. Performs a variety of technical procedures as
directed by a physician, servicing patients of all ages and
requiring independent judgment to apply ionizing radiation for
radiological diagnosis. The majority of patients will be from the
adult and geriatric age groups. Performs a variety of patient
contact duties that may include educating patients/families to
safety protocols and to routine diagnostic procedures. Utilizes
Epic for patient processing and multiple system for digital capture
of diagnostic images. Insures that images are sent properly and
efficiently transmitted to MGH Teleradiology for interpretation.
Key Responsibilities: -- Demonstrates complete working knowledge of
all radiographic equipment in department according to established
guidelines to ensure safe and effective equipment operation. --
Provides diagnostic radiology services for patients of all ages
applying principals of radiation protection and according to
department policy and procedure. Contributes positively to meeting
departmental goal of a retake analysis of =5%. Performs positive
patient identification prior to starting any examination. Processes
all patient requests in Epic and required MGH information systems.
Focuses on timely completion of patient processing to optimize
results reporting from MGH Teleradiology. -- Provides patient care
and education essential in the performance of procedures,
recognizing patient conditions requiring immediate action and
initiates life support measures. Correctly interprets exam requests
making sure history conforms to exam requested. Maintains knowledge
of emergency equipment location and code alert procedure. --
Exercises professional judgment in the performance of procedures,
demonstrating anatomy under investigation through proper patient
positioning and technique selection and evaluates radiographs for
technical quality. Assists physicians with imaging procedures and
administration of contrast media. -- Acquires and maintains
knowledge of related topics to include, but not limited to:
radiation safety, contact precautions, hazardous waste disposal,
interpersonal/communications skills and proper handling of
requisitions, pre and post procedure. -- Participates in identified
professional programs, in-service training, and department
meetings. -- Assists in clerical /other areas as assigned. -- On
call responsibilities Qualifications and Experience
Education/Degree - Completion of formal radiologic technology
training in an AMA approved school. - Active Massachusetts license
to perform radiography with preferably one year of experience. -
Certification by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists
or registry eligible with successful completion of the registry
within 3 months of hire.Experience -- One year experience
preferred. -- Effective verbal, electronic and written
communications skills using the English language -- High level of
service delivery. Demonstrate initiative with ability to prioritize
work, meet deadlines and adapt to changing situations. -- Problem
solving skills for treatment planning and execution taking into
consideration patient's age, psychosocial, and cultural background.
-- Computer proficiency. Microsoft office applications preferred
with ability to learn new software. Licensure - Current and valid
Massachusetts license to perform radiography. - Current and valid
ARRT credentials Skills - Verbal/written communication skills with
the English language are necessary to understand oral and written
instructions stated in radiological and medical terms in order to
understand/exchange information with patients and hospital staff. -
Form/spatial perception is necessary to perceive details in x-ray
to determine acceptability of exposure. - Manual dexterity is
necessary to adjust machine controls, arrange, attach and adjust
supportive devices. - Must demonstrate basic computer skills. -
Must demonstrate appropriate knowledge of anatomy, radiographic
positioning and radiographic equipment. - Must demonstrate the
knowledge and problem-solving skills necessary to provide care
appropriate to the age of the patients served. - Must demonstrate
the ability to obtain satisfactory radiographs by following set
procedures and standards. -- CPR/ BLS required Work Environment:
Activity Amount of Time Spent None 1 - 25% 25 - 50% 50 - 75% Over
75% Outdoor weather conditions x Extreme cold (non weather) x Work
in high place(s) x Work in confined space(s) x Risk of electrical
shock x Risk of radiation exposure x Exposure to blood borne
pathogens x Flammable/explosive gases x Toxic / caustic chemicals x
Dust or other irritants x Grease or oils x Hazardous specimens x
Exposure to lab animals x Infectious / contagious disease x
Cleaning agents/chemicals x Hot equipment x Noisy equipment x Humid
or wet conditions (non -weather) x Other x Lifting/Carry
Requirements of this job No Lifting required No Carrying required
Number of pounds Amount of Time 1 - 25% 25 - 50% 50 - 75% Over 75%
Lift Carry Lift Carry Lift Carry Lift Carry Up to 10 pounds x x Up
to 25 pounds x x Up to 50 pounds Up to 100 pounds Over 100 pounds
Push/Pull Requirements of this job: No Pushing required No Pulling
required Number of pounds Amount of Time 1 - 25% 25 - 50% 50 - 75%
Over 75% Push Pull Push Pull Push Pull Push Pull Up to 10 pounds x
x Up to 25 pounds x x Up to 50 pounds Up to 100 pounds Over 100
pounds Physical Activity requirements of this job: Activity Amount
of Time Spent None 1 - 25% 25 - 50% 50 - 75% Over 75% Stand x Walk
x Sit x Use of hands requiring fine motor skills and sense of touch
x Move / rotate / bend wrist(s) x Type / use keyboard or other data
entry device x Reach with hands & arms x Climb stairs x Climb
ladder or other equipment x Drive / operate motor vehicle x Balance
x Stoop, kneel, crouch, bend, crawl x Speak x Hear x Taste x Smell
x Touch x Other Vision Requirements of this job: Vision Requirement
Always called upon in job Sometimes called upon in job Rarely
called upon in job Close vision x Distance vision x Color vision x
Peripheral vision x Depth perception x Ability to adjust focus x
Other Safety equipment used while performing this job: Safety eye
glasses Gowns x Filter lens (welding/soldering) Scrubs Face shields
Boots Ear plugs or Mufflers Hard hat Surgical mask / dust mask x
Coveralls Self contained breathing apparatus (SCBA) Gloves x Other
Level of noise typical in this work environment: Very quiet Quiet
Moderate x Loud Very loud Summary: Under the general direction of
the Administrative Director and the Supervision of the Lead
Technologist performs radiographic procedures at a technical level
not requiring constant supervision of technical detail. Performs a
variety of technical procedures as directed by a physician,
servicing patients of all ages and requiring independent judgment
to apply ionizing radiation for radiological diagnosis. The
majority of patients will be from the adult and geriatric age
groups. Performs a variety of patient contact duties that may
include educating patients/families to safety protocols and to
routine diagnostic procedures. Utilizes Epic for patient processing
and multiple system for digital capture of diagnostic images.
Insures that images are sent properly and efficiently transmitted
to MGH Teleradiology for interpretation. Key Responsibilities: --
Demonstrates complete working knowledge of all radiographic
equipment in department according to established guidelines to
ensure safe and effective equipment operation. -- Provides
diagnostic radiology services for patients of all ages applying
principals of radiation protection and according to department
policy and procedure. Contributes positively to meeting
departmental goal of a retake analysis of Mass General Brigham Job
ID #3283705. Posted job title: Radiographer, Per DiemAbout Mass
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