Radiation Therapist

Radiologic Technologist

Under supervision, and following established procedures, performs a variety of radiologic procedures in two or more modalities, using standard, portable and/or specialized X-ray equipment to apply prescribed ionizing radiation in order to assist physicians in the diagnosis and treatment of patient's illnesses or injury.

Required Skills/Qualifications/Training/Experience:

• Graduate of Radiology program and maintain ARRT and state licensure
• Excellent communication, customer service and organizational skills
• Ability to operate radiologic equipment

Preferred Skills/Qualifications/Training/Experience:

• Experience in acute hospital setting
• Experience with sterile technique
• Experience with administering contrast dye
• Assisting IR procedures
• Experience with PACS
• Previous Cerner experience a plus

Educational Requirements:

• Graduate of an approved school of radiologic technology; Associate's degree in Radiologic Technology.

License/Certification:

• ARRT registration and Massachusetts licensure required
• Advanced registration for additional modalities and hospital IV certification as appropriate for the modality. preferred

Physical Demands:

• Use hands to control objects, tools, or controls
• Stand or sit for long periods of time
• Repeat the same movements
• On feet for long periods of time
• Bend or twist body
• See details of objects that are less than a few feet away
• Hold the arm and hand in one position or hold the hand steady while moving the arm
• Make quick, precise adjustments to machine controls
• Use fingers or hands to grasp, move, or assemble objects
• Move two or more limbs together (for example, two arms, two legs, or one leg and one arm) while remaining in place
• Speak clearly so listeners can understand
• Understand the speech of another person
• Use stomach and lower back muscles to support the body for long periods without getting tired

Age Specific Criteria: Ability to effectively communicate to all age levels served within the scope of the position/assigned areas.

Ability to Meet Job Performance Expectations: Must have the ability to perform the essential functions of the position without posing a direct threat to the health and safety of themselves or other individuals in the workplace, with or without a reasonable accommodation.