Radiologic Technologist

About the role

Responsible for planning and performing diagnostic patient examinations using technical skills utilizing radiation-emitting equipment to produce diagnostic radiographs.

Responsibilities

• Review requisitions to determine proper room set up and amounts of radiation.
• Study views required for examination relative to patient’s anatomy and perform examinations.
• Prepare and administer contrast agents (e.g., Barium) as required.
• Provide nursing care to patient during and following examinations, including evaluating patient and calling codes if patient gets in dire distress.
• Provide radiation protection for self, patient and staff by using various protective devices and by selecting radiation factors which will result in a quality study with minimal radiation exposure to the patient.
• Evaluate diagnostic films to ensure quality studies, having unsuitable films repeated as necessary.
• Assist radiologist during procedures.
• Train employees and students in day-to-day procedures.
• Perform other various functions as assigned.

Requirements

• Associate’s degree in Radiologic Technology.
• Minimum six months job-related experience or equivalent.
• CPR Certification.
• ARRT certification.

About Us

Care New England Health System (CNE) and its member institutions—Butler Hospital, Women & Infants Hospital, Kent Hospital, VNA of Care New England, Integra, The Providence Center, and Care New England Medical Group—is a trusted, integrated health care organization that fuels the latest advances in medical research, attracts top specialty-trained doctors, hones renowned services and innovative programs, and engages in important discussions about health and end-of-life wishes. Care New England is helping to transform the future of health care and provides a leading voice in ensuring the health of individuals and communities served.