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Beth Israel Lahey Health · 3 months ago

Radiologic Technologist, Part Time 20 hours

Lahey Hospital and Medical Center

Full-time, Part-time

Hybrid

New Grad, Entry Level

Beth Israel Lahey Health is a healthcare organization dedicated to making a difference in people's lives. They are seeking a Radiologic Technologist to perform diagnostic radiographic procedures and ensure patient care and safety while utilizing ionizing radiation.

Elder CareHealth CareHospitalPrimary and Urgent CareProfessional ServicesTraining

Responsibilities

Performs a variety of diagnostic radiographic procedures to produce images for use in the diagnosis and treatment of medical disorders

Obtains and documents necessary patient information or history in order to perform appropriate exam

Documents all pertinent information involving the use of IV/oral contrast in medical record

Begins and completes exams using the (Radiology Information System) RIS with 100% accuracy, 100% of the time

Labels all images with correct patient information and technologist’s initials with 100% accuracy 100% of the time

Ensures Quality Control of the exams by using the PACS system

Evaluates images to identify errors and determine whether a repeat study is necessary to improve the image for diagnoses. Ensures that all radiographic exams achieve a quality repeat rate equaling less than 5%

Applies the lowest dose of ionizing radiation that is reasonably achievable, known as ALARA (As Low As Reasonably Achievable), required to produce clear images

Readily and willingly contributes to team approach to provide optimal quality care for patients

Readily works off-sites as needed

Maintains licensure on an annual basis

Incorporates Lahey Clinic Guiding Principles and Mission Statement into daily activities

Complies with all Lahey Clinic Policies

Complies with behavioral expectations of the department and Lahey Clinic

Maintains courteous and effective interactions with colleagues and patients

Demonstrates an understanding of job description, performance expectations, and competency assessment

Demonstrates a commitment toward meeting and exceeding the needs of our customers and consistently adheres to our Customer service standards

Participates in departmental and/or interdepartmental quality improvement activities

Participates in and successfully completes Mandatory Education

This position requires moving about on foot throughout the department and hospital and from station to station. Position also requires using upper extremities to exert force in order to push, pull or drag equipment and/or transport patients. Position also requires frequent bending, stooping and kneeling to position patients. Position also requires manual dexterity in order to perform manipulative skills such as turning dials, pushing buttons, and filling syringes

Transport

Off-sites

Orienting new staff

Helping in training of students

Qualification

Radiologic TechnologyARRT CertificationBLS CertificationRadiologic Equipment ProficiencyPatient CareQuality ControlCustomer ServiceTeam Collaboration

Required

Education: Two year AMA accredited School of Radiologic Technology

Licensure, Certification, Registration: Registered by the ARRT or registry eligible. Licensed by the Commonwealth of Massachusetts' Department of Public Health: Radiation Control Program in Radiography. Certified in basic life support (BLS)

Skills, Knowledge & Abilities: Candidate must be proficient in the use Radiologic equipment including C-arms/portable or in the absence of this skill the ability to be trained to a level of competency

Experience: Completion of a Clinical internship in a hospital setting