RADIOLOGY TECHNOLOGIST

Under the direction of the Department Manager, performs interpretive, patient care and technical functions to insure proper radiologic diagnosis of patients. Essential functions include Patient Care, Radiation Protection, Equipment Operation, Image Production, Equipment Maintenance, and Safety Awareness.

Responsibilities

Perform interpretive, patient care and technical functions to insure proper radiologic diagnosis of patients; Confirm patient's identity and evaluate ability to understand and comply with examination requirements; Explain and confirm patient's preparation; Practice standard precautions; Maintain confidentiality of patient's information; Ensure radiation protection and minimize radiation exposure; Prepare and operate radiographic and fluoroscopy equipment; Produce and evaluate diagnostic images; Perform equipment maintenance; Foster a culture of safety

Requirements

Graduate of an approved two-year program; Six (6) months to be fully proficient; RT - Radiography Technology (MA state license) or RT Temp - Radiography Technology Temporary (MA state license); Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification - American Heart Association (AHA); INSTRUCTOR - Basic Life Support (BLS) - American Heart Association (AHA); Radiography Technology (MA) - Radiation Control Program (Massachusetts); Radiography Technology Temporary License (MA) - Radiation Control Program (Massachusetts); Employees must produce their CEU records to their manager prior to start date and on an ongoing basis thereafter