Radiographer, Per Diem
2 weeks ago
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 responsibilitie
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.
• 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
- 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.
Work Environment:
Activity
Amount of Time Spent
None
1 - 25%
25 - 50%
50 - 75%
Over 75%
Outdoor weather condition
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 pathogen
x
Flammable/explosive gase
x
Toxic / caustic chemical
x
Dust or other irritant
x
Grease or oil
x
Hazardous specimens
x
Exposure to lab animal
x
Infectious / contagious disease
x
Cleaning agents/chemical
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 pound
x
x
Up to 25 pound
x
x
Up to 50 pound
Up to 100 pound
Over 100 pound
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 pound
x
x
Up to 25 pound
x
x
Up to 50 pound
Up to 100 pound
Over 100 pound
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 & arm
x
Climb stair
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 focu
x
Other
Safety equipment used while performing this job:
Safety eye glasse
Gown
x
Filter lens (welding/soldering)
Scrub
Face shield
Boot
Ear plugs or Muffler
Hard hat
Surgical mask / dust mask
x
Coverall
Self contained breathing apparatus (SCBA)
Glove
x
Other
Level of noise typical in this work environment:
Very quiet
Quiet
Moderate
x
Loud
Very loud
Qualifications
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 responsibilitie
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.
• 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
- 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 condition
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 pathogen
x
Flammable/explosive gase
x
Toxic / caustic chemical
x
Dust or other irritant
x
Grease or oil
x
Hazardous specimens
x
Exposure to lab animal
x
Infectious / contagious disease
x
Cleaning agents/chemical
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 pound
x
x
Up to 25 pound
x
x
Up to 50 pound
Up to 100 pound
Over 100 pound
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 pound
x
x
Up to 25 pound
x
x
Up to 50 pound
Up to 100 pound
Over 100 pound
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 & arm
x
Climb stair
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 focu
x
Other
Safety equipment used while performing this job:
Safety eye glasse
Gown
x
Filter lens (welding/soldering)
Scrub
Face shield
Boot
Ear plugs or Muffler
Hard hat
Surgical mask / dust mask
x
Coverall
Self contained breathing apparatus (SCBA)
Glove
x
Other
Level of noise typical in this work environment:
Very quiet
Quiet
Moderate
x
Loud
Very loud
EEO Statement
Spaulding Rehab Hospital is an Equal Opportunity Employer. By embracing diverse skills, perspectives and ideas, we choose to lead. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment.
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