Per Diem Radiologic Technologist

Radiographer

The Radiographer will be responsible for performing radiology procedures in a busy pediatric Radiology department, ensuring quality results and communicating the relevance of the results to other health care professionals.

Job Description

• Reviews and evaluates requisitions for diagnostic imaging procedures, abstracting data from patient charts and determining appropriateness of procedure prescribed given diagnosis and clinical signs for routine examinations.
• Identifies patients according to hospital policy with two identifiers.
• Selects appropriate equipment and technical factors to identify pathologic and normal anatomy.
• Assesses patients' and parents' physical and emotional status and ability to respond to instructions and develops a care plan for that patient's specific needs.
• Explains the examination and is able to answer questions from patients and parents regarding the exam and radiation exposure, practicing ALARA.
• Follows departmental QC/Data Integrity Workflow.
• Responds to the uniqueness of the patient, creating a supportive environment for the patient and the family.
• Identifies and reports equipment malfunctions through the INeedit application.
• Assists in organizing and maintaining daily operations.
• Participates in departmental and hospital meetings.
• Completes all required documentation accurately and in a timely manner.
• Complies with ETU.
• Complies with HIPAA regulations.
• Practices the six core values of the hospital: excellence, innovation, communication, respect, teamwork, and accountability.
• Furthers professional education and maintains knowledge of current regulations and standards, policies, and procedures.
• Maintains up-to-date licensure/certification/registration in departmental file.

Requirements

• An Associate's degree in Radiologic Technology is required.
• MA Radiographer license and ARRT certification is required.
• The analytical skills to resolve complex problems requiring the use of scientific, mathematical, or technical principles and in-depth, experience-based knowledge.
• The ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing and provide empathy in difficult interpersonal situations.

Status

• Part-Time
• Per Diem

Office/Site Location

Waltham