Radiologic Technologist II - Overnights
Company: Tufts Medical Center
Location: Boston
Posted on: October 29, 2024
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Job Description:
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This role focuses on using various imaging techniques and
practices to aid in the diagnosis and treatment of patients. In
addition, this role focuses on performing the following Diagnostic
Radiology duties: Evaluates physical conditions related to
diagnostics are typically technically skilled and able to operate
medical imaging equipment for this purpose. A clinical technologist
role that has specialized knowledge or skills gained through a
combination of vocational education, training, and experience. This
role will be most commonly applied to patient care and/or
scientific/laboratory jobs. An experienced level role requiring
basic knowledge of job procedures and tools obtained through work
experience and requiring vocational or technical education. Works
under moderate supervision, works through problems of a routine
nature, but may at times require interpretation or deviation from
standard procedures and communicates information that requires some
explanation or interpretation. Job Overview Under the direction of
the clinical leaders, performs radiographic procedures that follow
radiological standards in a safe, accurate and timely manner which
are necessary to allow the radiologist and/or physician to make a
radiological diagnosis. This position performs radiologic
procedures in both in-patient and out-patient settings in
accordance with physician's orders. Job Description Minimum
Qualifications: 1. Graduate of approved School of Radiological
Technology. 2. Certification granted by the American Registry of
Radiologic Technologists (AART). 3. Licensed by the Massachusetts
Radiation Control Board. 4. Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification.
Preferred Qualifications: 1. Two (2) years directly related
experience. Duties and Responsibilities: The duties and
responsibilities listed below are intended to describe the general
nature of work and are not intended to be an all-inclusive list.
Other duties and responsibilities may be assigned. 1. Identifies
each patient and reviews each patient's requisition, either hard
copy or in computer system, for consistency of examination ordered
with clinical diagnosis and all demographic information. 2. Records
pertinent data on Radiologic requisition at all times (Physician's
name, technologist's name, date, explanation for limited
examination, etc.) 3. Assesses patient condition, ensures patient
safety through proper use of restraint/support devices. 4. Reviews
each examination for technical accuracy, presents completed
examination to appropriate supervisor, and communicates pertinent
data to persons responsible for the care of the patient following
the procedure. 5. Identifies anatomical orientation on all required
images, and ensures proper film identification on all images. Lead
markers visible on every film so that the radiographed anatomical
area is correctly identified. Labels films with appropriate
stickers. 6. Coordinates radiographic examination to ensure the
quality and continuity of patient care and assists with the
management of the workflow of the department to ensure the
completion of work assignments in the absence of the radiology
supervisor. 7. Contributes to the efficient operation of the
department. 8. Maintains confidentiality of all hospital-related
information. 9. Initiates applicable "incidents reports" by end of
shift and reports incomplete and incorrect examinations to ensure
the proper patient charge and continuity of patient care. 10.
Reports all safety hazards that could harm patients, visitors, or
other hospital employees to appropriate supervisors immediately at
all times. 11. Educates each patient in a professional manner,
explanation includes what the patient should expect and the
timeliness of the exam. 12. Takes the initiative to meet customer's
needs and solve customer's problems or finds someone who can. 13.
Complies with safety, infection control and environmental control
policies and procedures for the department. 14. Provides lowest
possible radiation exposure to staff, patients and families
according to ALARA guidelines. Physical Requirements: 1. Able to
transport patients (including aggressive ones) from wheelchair or
patient slide board to table. 2. Able to move portable x-ray
machine to examination site. 3. Occasionally sitting, frequent
standing, walking, and lifting of 30-35 lbs. 4. Able to wear
protective lead aprons and lead gloves during examinations. 5.
Requires manual dexterity using fine hand manipulation to operate
radiology equipment. 6. Hearing and visual acuity sufficient to
perform examinations; observe patients, read monitors and
documents, and hear audible equipment alarms. Skills & Abilities:
1. Knowledge of radiographic equipment, examinations, and
procedures that require contrast agents. 2. Knowledge of patient
transfers and positioning techniques. 3. Knowledge of radiographic
equipment operation and radiation safety. 4. Ability to organize
patient care and set priorities by providing critical care first
and by implementing physician's orders. 5. Ability to perform all
necessary computer operations to ensure proper examination
documentation and charges. 6. Responds to changes in the work
schedule in a calm and appropriate manner. 7. Exhibits good
judgement and a calm demeanor in all situations, especially during
periods of stress and emergency. 8. Effective at time management.
9. Ability to communicate to the age specific populations served
when greeting, receiving, or directing patients, visitors and
hospital personnel arriving or calling the department in a
courteous manner. Tufts Medicine is a leading integrated health
system bringing together the best of academic and community
healthcare to deliver exceptional, connected and accessible care
experiences to consumers across Massachusetts. Comprised of Tufts
Medical Center, Lowell General Hospital, MelroseWakefield Hospital,
Lawrence Memorial Hospital of Medford, Care at Home - an expansive
home care network, and large integrated physician network. We are
an equal opportunity employer and value diversity and inclusion at
Tufts Medicine. Tufts Medicine does not discriminate on the basis
of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability,
genetic information, veteran status, national origin, gender
identity and/or expression, marital status or any other
characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. We will
ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided 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. Please contact us to request
accommodation by emailing us at careers@tuftsmedicine.org.
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