X-RayTech II

Trinity Health•Chicopee, MA

About The Position

Position Purpose The X-Ray Tech II is responsible for operating radiographic equipment as required, to obtain diagnostic exams according to radiologist specifications. This position will assist the radiologist in a wide range of sterile procedures and is responsible for the care and treatment of all age ranges of patients, to include pediatric, adolescent, adult and geriatric. What you will do: Performs general radiography and mammography. Properly positions patients to obtain desired diagnostic results, places protective lead shields on patients, and sets correct technical exposure. Performs a variety of related clerical tasks such as retrieving previous films, filing, answering phones, relaying messages, completing encounter forms and scheduling. Educate patients and family members so that they have a transparent understanding of the care being provided. Performs quality checks on equipment in accordance with department procedure. Produces the highest quality radiographs and digital images with the lowest practical dose of radiation in accordance with procedure ordered. Demonstrates problem solving, conflict resolution, and positive communication through teamwork

Requirements

Education: Associate’s degree in Science or equivalent post-secondary education required. Must be a graduate of an accredited diagnostic radiography program.
Licensure: A.R.R.T. registered and current State license in radiography and mammography.
Experience: Minimum of two (2) years of clinical internship and two (2) years of post-educational experience as a Radiologic Technologist.
Requires a strong working knowledge of radiographic equipment.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Certification: CPR certification

Responsibilities

Performs general radiography and mammography.
Properly positions patients to obtain desired diagnostic results, places protective lead shields on patients, and sets correct technical exposure.
Performs a variety of related clerical tasks such as retrieving previous films, filing, answering phones, relaying messages, completing encounter forms and scheduling.
Educate patients and family members so that they have a transparent understanding of the care being provided.
Performs quality checks on equipment in accordance with department procedure.
Produces the highest quality radiographs and digital images with the lowest practical dose of radiation in accordance with procedure ordered.
Demonstrates problem solving, conflict resolution, and positive communication through teamwork