Jobs · Rhode Island

Radiologic Technologist, Sign on Bonus Eligible

Kent Hospital · Warwick, RI · 1 wk ago
Full-time

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.

Requirements

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

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