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Baystate Health · 3 months ago

Radiologic Tech R38275

Springfield, MA

Full-time

Onsite

New Grad, Entry Level

Baystate Health is a leading independent academic medical center providing a wide range of healthcare services. The Radiologic Tech operates diagnostic X-ray equipment under the supervision of a Radiologist, ensuring high-quality imaging and patient care while adhering to hospital guidelines and safety protocols.

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Responsibilities

Demonstrates excellent customer service through positive patient experience; promotes positive inter/intradepartmental communications and relationships; maintains confidentiality

Demonstrates a sound knowledge and proficiency in the use of required imaging equipment in area of specialty

Demonstrates proficiencies with CR, DR, PACs and applicable modality specific equipment

Properly identifies patient information using two patient identifiers and complies with National Patient Safety Goals standards and ARRT Code of Ethics standards. Performs procedures as outlined including but not limited to routine, specialized, emergency and urgent imaging procedures. Responsible for providing accurate, high quality exams

Maintains operational communication with Supv/Mgr; shares information and follows through with assigned tasks

Works as a member of the health care team including physicians, nurses and other health care professionals in diagnostic testing

Operates and maintains exam room and equipment: evaluates equipment problems and takes appropriate action to expedite necessary service or repair. Demonstrates knowledge/understanding in effectively operating all equipment. Performs quality checks on equipment in accordance with departmental procedures. Keeps work areas stocked with appropriate supplies. Keeps all imaging rooms neat and clean. Ensures supplies in work area are not damaged or outdated. Discards waste in appropriate waste containers according to established procedures

Recognizes examination findings that may require immediate clinical response and notifies the radiologist (example: critical test results) and verifies timely transfer of images to the PACS system

Assures ongoing compliance with JC, MQSA and ACR regulatory and DPH/CMS requirements. Participates in departmental quality assurance activities. Supports QC activities in the department

Performs accurate and high quality exams to assure proper technique, positioning and visualization of the appropriate anatomy requested. Instructs patient before and during procedure to maximize probability of obtaining a complete and accurate result

Maintains standards of skills: demonstrates/maintains current knowledge/skill in providing appropriate care for all patients potentially served in an imaging service, to include pediatric, adolescent, adult and geriatric

Presents self to all patients and other customers in a pleasant, professional and courteous manner at all times

Attends and participates in in-service meetings and other designated training events that will enhance clinical skills as documented by attendance at meetings/seminars

Reports any suggestions for positive changes or recommendations within departmental policies/procedures to supervisor

Accurately inputs data, demographics and information into appropriate modality specific computer applications and systems

Assists in the training of technologists, residents and students when assigned to same work area according to departmental procedures, where applicable. Demonstrates a willingness to learn new procedures and accept new responsibilities

Observes strict safety standards in area of specialty ensuring the safety of patients, family members, staff and visitors. Maintains an environment that is free of hazards

Utilizes time in an effective manner by coordinating patients and procedures to achieve maximum productivity as observed by supervisor

Assist the radiologist in a wide range of sterile procedures, as dictated by modality

Radiation safety procedures and protocols: maintains radiation safety to patient, staff and self according to departmental procedures. Wears radiation monitoring device as appropriate and required

Qualification

MA RT licenseARRT RegistryBasic Life SupportFluoroscopyCRDR proficiencyPACS knowledgeVerbal communicationWritten communicationIndependent workSelf-motivation

Required

MA RT license and ARRT Registry

Basic Life Support – American Heart Association

Ability to work with computer applications

Demonstrates good verbal and written communication

Able to work independently and be self-motivated

Preferred

Hospital

Benefits

Excellent Compensation High-quality, low-cost medical, dental and vision insurance

Generous PTO – up to 25 days in the first year, with scheduled earned increases

Sign on bonus (Sign on Bonuses are paid to external hires only; not applicable for internal or company transfers, unless otherwise specified. Former employees are eligible after 1 year post separation from Baystate Health)

Continuing education support and reimbursement

First Time Home Buyers Financial Packages

Farm Share Memberships

403b retirement company match & annual company contribution increase based on years of service.

Free money coach advice from a certified professional

Wellbeing programs that include but are not limited to mental, physical, and financial health.

Pet, home, auto and personal insurance

Life insurance

Reimbursement for a variety of wellbeing activities, included but limited to gym membership and equipment, personal trainer, massage and so much more!