Radiology Technologist - Beth Israel Lahey Health
Middleboro, MA
About the Job
Job Type: Per Diem
Time Type: Part time
Work Shift: Rotating (United States of America)
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
When you join the growing BILH team, you're not just taking a job, you’re making a difference in people’s lives.
Position Summary: Under the supervision of the Site Manager, is responsible for performing a radiological exams and developing radiographic films. In addition, processes and codes diagnoses for encounter form completion. Performs quality control on equipment and radiographic procedures to insure essential patient care and high quality films.
Job Description:
Essential Duties & Responsibilities including but not limited to:
1) Greet and check in patients; acknowledge patient appointments using computerized appointment scheduling system; print out daily schedules.
2) Manage patient flow and escort patients to exam rooms.
3) Prepare patients for radiologic examinations; perform radiographic procedures using radiologic equipment based on provider
orders.
4) Perform routine equipment start-up and perform quality control checks.
5) Set up files for new patients; prepare requisition forms, encounter forms, flash cards; pull and prepare x-ray jackets; prepare and
release copies of films as requested by patient or for referrals to outside providers.
6) Enter patients’ orders in IDXRAD.
7) Photoprint films with patient information and develop films using dark room equipment; critique films for diagnostic technical
quality and repeat films as necessary; prepare films for interpretation by radiologist.
8) Perform routine quality control testing and maintain quality control logs as required by ACR and according to HCFA
regulations; schedule routing maintenance visits.
9) Maintain radiographic filing system and purge inactive files according to specifications.
10) Perform housekeeping, handle hazardous waste and keep exam rooms fully stocked; sterilize and maintain instruments and
equipment; inventory and order radiologic supplies.
11) Maintain established departmental policies and procedures/objectives, quality assurance program, as well as safety,
environmental and infection control standards.
12) Incorporates Lahey Clinic Guiding Principles , Mission Statement and Goals into daily activities.
13) Complies with all Lahey Clinic Policies.
14) Complies with behavioral expectations of the department and Lahey Clinic.
15) Maintains courteous and effective interactions with colleagues and patients.
16) Demonstrates an understanding of the job description, performance expectations, and competency assessment.
17) Demonstrates a commitment toward meeting and exceeding the needs of our customers and consistently adheres to Customer
Service standards.
18) Participates in departmental and/or interdepartmental quality improvement activities.
19) Participates in and successfully completes Mandatory Education.
20) Performs all other duties as needed or directed to meet the needs of the department.
Minimum Qualifications:
Education: Graduate of an AMA approved radiologic technology program.
Licensure, Certification, Registration: Licensed by the Commonwealth of Massachusetts by the Mass Department of Public Health Radiation Control Program. Registered or registry eligible by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT).
Skills, Knowledge & Abilities: Ability to work effectively with minimal supervisionl Excellent communication skills to effectively interact with patients, providers and outside specialists. Ability to make sound decisions under pressure and use independent judgment. In the absence of any of these skills, demonstrates the ability to be thoroughly trained to meet organizational standards.
Experience: One year experience as a radiographer using x-ray equipment.
Key Relationships:
Position Purpose/Activities
1. Site Manager Presents issues, questions and concerns about the processes in place as site.
2. Providers/Allied Health Professionals Takes direction from all parties and provides feedback on films and patient care.
3. Patients Provides exceptional care to all patients in practice.
4. Clinical Support Provides ongoing communication necessary to maintaining patient flow.
Scope/Impact Statement:
Work Schedule: Indicate either Yes or No as appropriate. Hours of work may be subject to change based upon the needs of the business/department.
On Call: NO Shift Rotation: NO Weekends: NO
Essential Requirements & Attributes:
Task or Function Performed Frequency Describe
Sitting Frequently
Standing Frequently
Walking Frequently
Stooping (bending at waist) Frequently
Twisting Frequently
Crouching (bending at knees) Occasionally
Climbing Rarely
Pushing/Pulling Occasionally (Identify weight range)
Kneeling Occasionally
Reaching Occasionally
Bending Occasionally
Lifting Occasionally (Identify weight range)
Lifting & positioning patients –
weight varies significantly Constantly
Driving Rarely
Fine finger movement Frequently
Using keyboard Frequently
Telephone use Occasionally
Object Handling Frequently
Viewing PC monitor Frequently
Other
Working Conditions:
Exposure Frequency Identify Protective Equipment Required or Recommended
Bodily Fluids Occasionally
Infectious disease hazards Frequently
Hazardous Materials Frequently
Auditory hazards Rarely
Dust, Fumes, Gas, or Radiation Constantly
Mechanical hazards Rarely
Temperature extremes Rarely
Weather extreme Rarely
Other (explain):
Sensory Requirements: In the column to the right, indicate with an X all requirements that apply to the job.
Visual Acuity Auditory
§ Close Paper work X § Conversation X
§ CRT use X § Monitoring Equipment X
§ Color vision/perception X § Telephone X
§ Visual monotony § Background Noise
Sensory Discrimination Communication
§ Hot/Cold X § Written Communication X
§ Sharp/Dull X § Oral Communication X
Motor Coordination Other (describe)
§ Equipment Moving X
Patient Care/Patient Contact Designation (check only one of the items listed below)
X Position has a direct impact upon health outcomes of the patient.
_ Position facilitates the process that may impact patient access to services.
_ No patient care/contact, and does not facilitate the patient care process or directly impact health outcomes.
This Job Description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. It is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, requirements, duties and skills required of personnel so classified. Additional duties and responsibilities that are specific to the Department or Unit are identified and maintained by the Manager as an Addendum to the Job Description.
As a health care organization, we have a responsibility to do everything in our power to care for and protect our patients, our colleagues and our communities. Beth Israel Lahey Health requires that all staff be vaccinated against influenza (flu) and COVID-19 as a condition of employment. Learn more (https://www.bilh.org/newsroom/bilh-to-require-covid-19-influenza-vaccines-for-all-clinicians-staff-by-oct-31) about this requirement.
More than 35,000 people working together. Nurses, doctors, technicians, therapists, researchers, teachers and more, making a difference in patients' lives. Your skill and compassion can make us even stronger.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled
Time Type: Part time
Work Shift: Rotating (United States of America)
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
When you join the growing BILH team, you're not just taking a job, you’re making a difference in people’s lives.
Position Summary: Under the supervision of the Site Manager, is responsible for performing a radiological exams and developing radiographic films. In addition, processes and codes diagnoses for encounter form completion. Performs quality control on equipment and radiographic procedures to insure essential patient care and high quality films.
Job Description:
Essential Duties & Responsibilities including but not limited to:
1) Greet and check in patients; acknowledge patient appointments using computerized appointment scheduling system; print out daily schedules.
2) Manage patient flow and escort patients to exam rooms.
3) Prepare patients for radiologic examinations; perform radiographic procedures using radiologic equipment based on provider
orders.
4) Perform routine equipment start-up and perform quality control checks.
5) Set up files for new patients; prepare requisition forms, encounter forms, flash cards; pull and prepare x-ray jackets; prepare and
release copies of films as requested by patient or for referrals to outside providers.
6) Enter patients’ orders in IDXRAD.
7) Photoprint films with patient information and develop films using dark room equipment; critique films for diagnostic technical
quality and repeat films as necessary; prepare films for interpretation by radiologist.
8) Perform routine quality control testing and maintain quality control logs as required by ACR and according to HCFA
regulations; schedule routing maintenance visits.
9) Maintain radiographic filing system and purge inactive files according to specifications.
10) Perform housekeeping, handle hazardous waste and keep exam rooms fully stocked; sterilize and maintain instruments and
equipment; inventory and order radiologic supplies.
11) Maintain established departmental policies and procedures/objectives, quality assurance program, as well as safety,
environmental and infection control standards.
12) Incorporates Lahey Clinic Guiding Principles , Mission Statement and Goals into daily activities.
13) Complies with all Lahey Clinic Policies.
14) Complies with behavioral expectations of the department and Lahey Clinic.
15) Maintains courteous and effective interactions with colleagues and patients.
16) Demonstrates an understanding of the job description, performance expectations, and competency assessment.
17) Demonstrates a commitment toward meeting and exceeding the needs of our customers and consistently adheres to Customer
Service standards.
18) Participates in departmental and/or interdepartmental quality improvement activities.
19) Participates in and successfully completes Mandatory Education.
20) Performs all other duties as needed or directed to meet the needs of the department.
Minimum Qualifications:
Education: Graduate of an AMA approved radiologic technology program.
Licensure, Certification, Registration: Licensed by the Commonwealth of Massachusetts by the Mass Department of Public Health Radiation Control Program. Registered or registry eligible by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT).
Skills, Knowledge & Abilities: Ability to work effectively with minimal supervisionl Excellent communication skills to effectively interact with patients, providers and outside specialists. Ability to make sound decisions under pressure and use independent judgment. In the absence of any of these skills, demonstrates the ability to be thoroughly trained to meet organizational standards.
Experience: One year experience as a radiographer using x-ray equipment.
Key Relationships:
Position Purpose/Activities
1. Site Manager Presents issues, questions and concerns about the processes in place as site.
2. Providers/Allied Health Professionals Takes direction from all parties and provides feedback on films and patient care.
3. Patients Provides exceptional care to all patients in practice.
4. Clinical Support Provides ongoing communication necessary to maintaining patient flow.
Scope/Impact Statement:
Work Schedule: Indicate either Yes or No as appropriate. Hours of work may be subject to change based upon the needs of the business/department.
On Call: NO Shift Rotation: NO Weekends: NO
Essential Requirements & Attributes:
Task or Function Performed Frequency Describe
Sitting Frequently
Standing Frequently
Walking Frequently
Stooping (bending at waist) Frequently
Twisting Frequently
Crouching (bending at knees) Occasionally
Climbing Rarely
Pushing/Pulling Occasionally (Identify weight range)
Kneeling Occasionally
Reaching Occasionally
Bending Occasionally
Lifting Occasionally (Identify weight range)
Lifting & positioning patients –
weight varies significantly Constantly
Driving Rarely
Fine finger movement Frequently
Using keyboard Frequently
Telephone use Occasionally
Object Handling Frequently
Viewing PC monitor Frequently
Other
Working Conditions:
Exposure Frequency Identify Protective Equipment Required or Recommended
Bodily Fluids Occasionally
Infectious disease hazards Frequently
Hazardous Materials Frequently
Auditory hazards Rarely
Dust, Fumes, Gas, or Radiation Constantly
Mechanical hazards Rarely
Temperature extremes Rarely
Weather extreme Rarely
Other (explain):
Sensory Requirements: In the column to the right, indicate with an X all requirements that apply to the job.
Visual Acuity Auditory
§ Close Paper work X § Conversation X
§ CRT use X § Monitoring Equipment X
§ Color vision/perception X § Telephone X
§ Visual monotony § Background Noise
Sensory Discrimination Communication
§ Hot/Cold X § Written Communication X
§ Sharp/Dull X § Oral Communication X
Motor Coordination Other (describe)
§ Equipment Moving X
Patient Care/Patient Contact Designation (check only one of the items listed below)
X Position has a direct impact upon health outcomes of the patient.
_ Position facilitates the process that may impact patient access to services.
_ No patient care/contact, and does not facilitate the patient care process or directly impact health outcomes.
This Job Description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. It is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, requirements, duties and skills required of personnel so classified. Additional duties and responsibilities that are specific to the Department or Unit are identified and maintained by the Manager as an Addendum to the Job Description.
As a health care organization, we have a responsibility to do everything in our power to care for and protect our patients, our colleagues and our communities. Beth Israel Lahey Health requires that all staff be vaccinated against influenza (flu) and COVID-19 as a condition of employment. Learn more (https://www.bilh.org/newsroom/bilh-to-require-covid-19-influenza-vaccines-for-all-clinicians-staff-by-oct-31) about this requirement.
More than 35,000 people working together. Nurses, doctors, technicians, therapists, researchers, teachers and more, making a difference in patients' lives. Your skill and compassion can make us even stronger.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled
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