Travel Radiology Tech (Hyannis, MA) - TRT 26-15911

JOB TITLE: Radiology Tech (Travel)

LOCATION: Hyannis, MA 02601

JOB DETAILS

Job Type: Contract (No Benefits)
Duration: 13 weeks, with potential for extension
Shift: Days
Schedule: 40 hours per week, days 7a-3p or 8a-4p, with an occasional 11a-7p shift. Every other weekend as needed.

Traveler Candidates Required: Yes

PAY RATE: Traveler: $2,300-$2,500 per week, based on experience

PURPOSE OF POSITION: Under the direction of the Senior Manager and Chief Technologist, perform radiographic procedures by applying ionizing radiation to patients in a manner consistent with prescribed radiation protection safety standards.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Patient Care and Preparation

• Set up equipment when necessary and prepare the patient for examination.
• Provide explanations of procedures and answer patients’ questions to reduce anxiety and obtain cooperation.
• Assume care for the physical and psychological needs of patients during examinations and procedures to ensure safety and comfort, both before and during ultrasound procedures.
• Position the patient on the examination table and adjust immobilization devices as required to obtain optimum views of the body area requested by the physician, as determined by department policy and procedure.

Clinical and Imaging Duties

• Select the proper transducer, both type and frequency, for the examination.
• Obtain, review and retrieve pertinent patient history, physical exam and supporting clinical data to help the physician make a diagnosis.
• Evaluate ultrasound images for technical quality.
• Assist the physician with special ultrasound procedures and needle biopsies.

Records and Department Operations

• Maintain adequate radiology records and label all images to ensure proper identification.
• Requisition supplies and equipment, maintenance and repair services, and prepare related forms necessary for the continued operation of the department.
• Coordinate work to achieve maximum productivity and efficiency, using and/or modifying established procedures to ensure timely completion of work in line with department policies and procedures.

Education and Professional Development

• Instruct specific units of didactic and/or clinical education in the ultrasound program.
• Participate in activities that promote professional self-growth and development, meeting minimum continuing education requirements.

Compliance, Ethics and Service

• Maintain thorough knowledge of departmental and facility policies and procedures as they pertain to the job, including fire and disaster plans.
• Comply with Infection Control policies and procedures.
• Maintain an ethical relationship with patients, physicians, personnel and guests, and ensure patient confidentiality at all times.
• Consistently provide service excellence to all patients, family members, visitors, volunteers and co-workers, reflecting the values of compassion, accountability, respect, excellence and service.
• Perform other work-related duties as assigned or requested.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Ability to read, write and communicate in English
• High school graduate or equivalent
• Graduate of a JRCERT-accredited Radiologic Technology Program
• Registered by the ARRT (or registry eligible)
• Licensed by the State of Massachusetts
• BLS certification