Martha's Vineyard Hospital Logo

Martha's Vineyard Hospital

X-Ray Technologist

MAFull-time

9mo

We're offering a generous sign-on bonus of $10,000.00 to welcome you to our team. Recognizing and valuing exceptional talent, we're eager to discuss the exciting details of this bonus during our interview process.

Purpose Of Your Job Description

The primary purpose of your job position is to perform al patient exams with the highest degree of skill, fully utilizing all radiographic and fluoroscopic equipment and protocol to consistently obtain images which demonstrate diagnostic levels of radiographic density, contrast, and resolution. You will respond to on-demand requests for service in a timely manner.

Performance Requirement / Duties And Responsibilities

Operates radiographic and fluoroscopic fixed equipment

Operates radiographic and fluoroscopic mobile equipment

Produces the expected levels of production (volume) at reasonable speeds and on schedule

Repeat rate at 6% or below

Properly utilizes all radiation protection/shielding procedures for patients and staff

Properly attends to the physical safety of patients and staff

Assures all areas are clean and orderly and supplies are maintained for all exams and procedures

Provides all services to patients and visitors in a courteous and professional manner

Utilizes departmental and hospital information systems as necessary for patient care

Checks PACs after completing each exam

Prints films/CDs when requested

Adheres to sterile procedures in the OR

Exercises initiative and actively participates in the reception area, film library, and transport functions

Improves performance through education. Maintains required continuing education credits

Provides Patient Care Appropriately To The Following Age Groups

Neonate - Birth to 1 month

Infant - 1 month to 1 year

Early Childhood - 1 year to 5 years

Late Childhood - 8 years to 12 years

Adolescence - 13 years to 17 years

Young Adult - 18 years to 25 years

Adult - 26 years to 54 years

Sr. Adult - 55 years to 64 years

Geriatric - 64years +

Evaluates for age-appropriate behavior, motor skills, and physiological norms of the above identified patients

Recognizes patients' psychological development and modifies approaches for the above identified patients

Recognizes potential lifestyle changes resulting from illness that will interfere with the discharge plan. Develops plan accordingly

Identifies increased physical/emotional dependency needs. Evaluates availability of support system for the above defined patients

Assesses patients for signs and symptoms of abuse/neglect and refers to appropriate personnel and/or community agency

Interview/communication techniques are age-appropriate

Education Requirements

  • Equal to the completion of a two year AMA approved Radiologic Technology program in a Joint Commission approved facility
  • Must possess a current, unencumbered license to practice in this state
  • Must possess registration by the ARRT in radiology
  • Must be CPR/ BLS certified

Experience

  • Minimum 1 year experience as Radiologic Technologist
  • Experience with both fluoroscopy and C-ARM procedures

Primary Location

MA-Oak Bluffs-MVH Martha's Vineyard Hospital

Work Locations

MVH Martha's Vineyard Hospital

Job

CT

Organization

Martha’s Vineyard Hospital (MVH)

Schedule

Full-time

Standard Hours

40

Shift

Rotating

Posted Shift Description

Schedule: Variable Shifts Available: Immediately Non-Exempt, SEIU

Employee Status

Regular

Recruiting Department

MVH Radiology

Job Posting

Aug 15, 2024