Job Summary
The Radiologic Technologist is responsible for preparing patients and examination areas, evaluating imaging requests, conducting radiologic examinations, administering contrast materials under the guidance of physicians, and ensuring the quality and completeness of imaging results. The role emphasizes patient safety while efficiently managing urgent exams and effectively communicating procedural information to patients. Additionally, the technologist plays a vital role in mentoring radiology students.
Responsibilities
- Prepare patients and examination rooms for procedures.
- Review and evaluate imaging requests prior to procedures.
- Conduct radiologic studies in adherence to safety protocols.
- Administer contrast media under the supervision of physicians.
- Inspect images to verify quality and completeness.
- Maintain a focus on patient safety throughout procedures.
- Prioritize urgent examinations to ensure timely patient care.
- Provide clear explanations of procedures to patients.
- Assist in training and educating radiology students.
Qualifications
- An associate degree or equivalent, or six months to one year of relevant experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Certification from the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) is required.
- A valid Massachusetts state license is mandatory.
- ARRT certification in at least one additional modality is necessary.
- Basic Life Support (BLS) certification is required.
- Specific roles in mammography and CT require respective modality-specific ARRT credentials along with a Massachusetts license.
Cape Cod Healthcare provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
