Radiology Tech - Per Diem - Outer Cape Health Services

Radiology Tech Seasonal/Summer 2024

Our Culture: Why work with us?

Joining Outer Cape Health Services isn't just about taking on a new role; it's about embracing a mission that goes beyond the day-to-day. Here, you become part of a dedicated team committed to safeguarding and nurturing invaluable community health resources. Our ethos is built on creating a vibrant and inclusive workplace where every team member is valued and recognized for their unique contributions.

Who We Are :

Our mission is to provide a full range of primary health care and supportive social services that promote the health and well-being of all who live in or visit the ten outermost towns of Cape Cod.

OCHS now cares for more than 18,000 patients annually, and no one is denied access to services due to an inability to pay. Founded in 1987 through the merger of Health Associates of Provincetown (established in 1972) and the AIM Medical Center in Wellfleet (established in 1966), Outer Cape Health has a long history of successful growth and expansion in pursuit of this mission. As a Patient-Centered Medical Home, OCHS holds itself to the highest standards. Ensuring patients have access to care when they need it and request it, and validating that staff are working at the top of their licensures, are foundations of this model.

Our Core Competencies:

At Outer Cape Health Services, our core competencies are the foundation upon which our organization is built, guiding us in our mission to deliver exceptional health services to our communities. Our focus on fostering teamwork ensures that we operate as a cohesive unit, valuing each member's contribution and working synergistically towards common goals. Integrity and honesty stand at the heart of everything we do, creating a culture of trust and respect among our team and the communities we serve. Embracing technology, we continually seek innovative solutions to enhance our services and operations. Finally, being patient-centered, we prioritize the needs and well-being of those we serve, striving to exceed expectations and make a meaningful difference in their lives.

A day in the life of this role:

In accordance with established policies and procedures, will perform a variety of technical radiologic procedures including General Radiology, Mammography, and Bone Density examinations, using standard, portable and/or specialized x-ray equipment to apply prescribed ionizing radiation in order to assist Outer Cape Health Care's ("OCHS's) interdisciplinary care team in the diagnosis and treatment of patient illnesses and injuries. The incumbent will assume responsibility for each assigned patient, of all age ranges, and will perform patient assessments, and correlate clinical findings with exam/procedure requests according to radiologist and ordering provider specifications.

Summary of duties:

• Performs General Radiology, Mammography, and Bone Density examinations
• Properly utilizes OCHS computer systems for Radiology, including PACS/RIS, EMR and modality work stations
• Performs quality checks on equipment in accordance with department's procedures, and takes appropriate action to expedite necessary service repair
• Assists Radiology Coordinator with tasks such as retrieving previous exams, answering phones, relaying messages, and scheduling, as needed
• Prepares examination area by ensuring cleanliness, replenishing supplies needed, ensuring proper identification of the patient, escorts patient to the exam room, explaining examination to the patient answering any questions
• Assists and monitors patient throughout the exam to assure patient safety
• Assumes lead technologist duties in absence of Radiology Supervisor
• Produces the highest quality radiographs with the lowest practical dose of radiation in accordance with procedure ordered

What we need from you:

• Associates' degree in Science, or equivalent post-secondary education

• Graduate of an accredited diagnostic radiography program

• A.R.R.T. registered and State licensed in radiography and mammography

• 2 years' of clinical internship and 2 years' of post-educational experience as a radiologic technologist
• 1 year experience in mammography

• Bone Density certification preferred
• ASRT membership preferred

AAP/EEO Statement Outer Cape Health Services is committed to a firm policy in favor of equal employment opportunity and will abide by all applicable state and federal regulations by not discriminating against any applicant or employee on the basis of race, religion, color, creed, sex, age, national origin, citizenship status, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, disability or veteran status. Our commitment to equal employment opportunities shall include employment, upgrading, promotion, demotion, transfer, leaves or other absences from work, layoff, compensation and benefits, selection for training or other education, professional opportunities and conflict resolution.

It is also the policy of OCHS to take affirmative action to employ and to advance in employment, all persons regardless of their status as woman, minority or individuals with disabilities or protected veterans, and to base all employment decisions only on valid job requirements.

Please inform us of any necessary accommodations required during the application process and/or at any time during employment.