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　　Job Type:

　　Regular

　　Scheduled Hours:

　　24

　　Work Shift:

　　Evening (United States of America)

　　24hpw; Day/Evening Shift; Weekend Rotation

　　Job Description:

　　Duties/Responsibilities

　　Prepares and positions patients for diagnostic bone density exams on various parts of the body including setting up equipment and patient in relation to each other to provide best demonstration of body for the study and comparison to past studies. Enters instructions into computers, monitors and evaluates images for accuracy and completeness of order. Adjusts when judged to be necessary. Evaluates and interprets bone density scans for image quality, positioning, comparison and completeness. Assesses if additional scans need to be performed for proper diagnostics. Responds to patient's physical and psychological needs. Explains all procedures in a clear and concise manner without causing unnecessary anxiety. Uses proper hand hygiene before and after patient contact. Perform daily and weekly quality control on bone densitometer Performs associated administrative tasks to their clinical duties, including obtaining and reviewing radiology orders from referring providers Works closely with administrative leadership to maximize scheduling, the patient experience, and implement new processes as needed. Maintain an adequate stock of pertinent supplies. Perform all duties in an ethical and professional manner.

　　Competencies:

　　Decision Making: Ability to make decisions that are based on specific instructions, standard practices and established procedures which generally require little or no supervision.

　　Problem Solving: Ability to address problems that are varied, requiring analysis or interpretation of the situation using direct observation, knowledge and skills based on general precedents. Independence of Action: Ability to follow precedents and procedures. May set priorities and organize work within general guidelines. Seeks assistance when confronted with difficult and/or unpredictable situations. Work progress is monitored by supervisor/manager.

　　Written Communications: Ability to communicate clearly and effectively in written English with internal and external customers.

　　Oral Communications: Ability to comprehend and converse in English to communicate effectively with medical center staff, patients, families and external customers.

　　Knowledge: Ability to demonstrate full working knowledge of standard concepts, practices, procedures and policies with the ability to use them in varied situations.

　　Customer Service: Ability to provide a high level of customer service to patients, visitors, staff and external customers in a professional, service-oriented, respectful manner using skills in active listening and problem solving. Ability to remain calm in stressful situations.

　　It is understood that this is a summary of key job functions and does not include every detail of the job that may reasonably be required.

　　Experience/Knowledge/Skills Required

　　Two years of radiologic technology experience in a hospital setting.

　　Mammography experience preferred

　　Education Required

　　Graduate of an AMA approved program in radiology for registration eligibility.Registration/Certification

　　Current Massachusetts Radiologic Technologist License and Certification by the American Registry of Radiology Technologists (ARRT) or registry eligible, must attain certification for Bone Density within one year of date of hire.Physical/Environmental Requirements

　　This job requires frequent bending, carrying, pulling, pushing, reaching, standing, stooping, walking and lifting over 10 lbs. There will be occasional need for climbing stairs, lifting in excess of 50 – 100 lbs. and sitting. Constant use of hearing, sight and speech. Frequent use of smell and touch. Frequent keyboard and telephone use. Constant concentration and problem solving.

　　FLSA Status:

　　Non-Exempt

　　As a health care organization, we have a responsibility to do everything in our power to care for and protect our patients, our colleagues and our communities. Beth Israel Lahey Health requires that all staff be vaccinated against influenza (flu) and COVID-19 as a condition of employment. Learn more (https://www.bilh.org/newsroom/bilh-to-require-covid-19-influenza-vaccines-for-all-clinicians-staff-by-oct-31) about this requirement.

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