SUMMARY:
Provides health care services, applying x-ray energy to assist in diagnosis or treatment. Performs radiographic procedures and related techniques, producing images for the interpretation by; or at the request of a licensed practitioner
Brown University Health employees are expected to successfully role model the organization's values of Compassion, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence as these values guide our everyday actions with patients, customers and one another.
In addition to our values, all employees are expected to demonstrate the core Success Factors which tell us how we work together and how we get things done. The core Success Factors include:
Instill Trust and Value Differences
Patient and Community Focus and Collaborate
RESPONSIBILITIES:
1.Preparation, identification, positioning, protection and radiographic technique
iDemonstrates competence in the preparation, identification, positioning, protection and radiographic technique of all imaging procedures.
2. Computer System
Uses computer system (RIS/HIS) to document accurate and timely patient/procedure information to ensure efficient quality patient care.
3. Preparation/Set-Up
iAssists physicians in fluoroscopicnterventional procedures and prepares contrast as needed. Ensures that imaging rooms are properly set up and functional before physician begins procedure
4. Technique
iEmployee uses proper techniques that minimize radiation exposure to self, patients the general public and other health care personnel. Modifies care according to patient’s age.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Minimum Education Requirements:Graduate of Certificate Program in Radiography or Associate in Science Degree
Minimum Work Experience:One to three years experience preferred, but not required
Other skills and abilities:Knowledge of radiographic procedures, equipment operation, radiation safety,
positioning techniques, patient transfers, good communication skills, ability to
handle multiple tasks/projects, ethical and professional conduct, good understanding
of age-related developmental issues of pediatrics and geriatrics. Flexibility to work overtime as needed as well as on-call duty, weekend rotations. Interest in participating in orientation/clinical education of student radiographers in accordance with clinical education center guidelines for radiologic technology program(s).
Equipment/Software/Certification:Certification by ARRT (American Registry of Radiologic Technologists) in radiography, or equivalent. Renewed annually. Licensure by theCommonwealthofMassachusettsin Radiography. Renewed biannually
Pay Range:
$32.43-$47.66
Brown University Health is committed to providing equal employment opportunities and maintaining a work environment free from all forms of unlawful discrimination and harassment.
Location:
Saint Annes Hospital - 795 Middle Street Fall River, Massachusetts 02721
Work Type:
part time - Eve/Nights
Work Shift:
Variable
Driving Required:
No
Union:
1199 Seiu United Healthcare Workers East
