X-Ray Technologist, Full-Time
Martha's Vineyard Hospital (MVH)

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

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Qualifications
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

EEO Statement
Martha's Vineyard Hospital and Windemere Nursing & Rehabilitation Center are Equal Opportunity Employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law.