About the role
Pay: $33.00 to $48.07 per hour
Description
POSITION SUMMARY
Under the direction of the Director of Radiology and the Chief Radiologist, technologist are responsible for the care and safety of patients radiographic procedures; use of radiographic equipment; maintaining records; assuring appropriate supplies.
DEPARTMENT SCOPE OF SERVICE
The Department of Radiology at Brattleboro Memorial Hospital is a consultative service that will provide services in the following categories: diagnostic radiology, nuclear medicine, ultrasound, computed tomography, interventional radiography, MRI, bone density and mammography. The department offers services 24 hours a day, seven days a week to inpatients, outpatients and emergency room patients of all ages. Whereas x-ray procedures constitute the majority of our service, we also provide related quality control (including protecting patients and staff from harmful radiation), quality assurance monitoring and evaluation, marketing and continuing education of staff and patients. Radiology is comprises of licensed technologists, certified and licensed nuclear medicine technologists, secretarial staff and licensed radiologists.
Requirements
QUALIFICATIONS:
Education:
Formal AMA approved school of Radiologic Technology required.
Experience:
Previous experience in all areas of Radiologic technology, in a hospital setting.
Licensure/Certification:
Certified in CPR
Certified by the ARRT required, except those technologists credentialed through state certification which the State of Vermont Board of Radiologic Technology delegates approval power by rule and hired prior to January 1, 2000.
Licensed by the State of Vermont
Mental Efforts:
Ability to transport patients as needed.
Ability to work within a limited space and in bright and low lighted rooms such as the darkroom.
Ability to write and file for extended periods of time.
Moderate amount of lifting patients and equipment.
Must be able to perform tasks with require moderately difficult manual manipulations such as using a keyboard, writing and filing for extended periods of time, must be able to perform tasks which require hand-eye coordination such a data entry, copying and developing films.
Environment & Working Conditions:
Potential for exposure to electrical and radiation hazards, electromagnetic radiation as in CRT’s.
Potential for exposure to communicable disease or body fluids.
OSHA CATEGORY
OSHA Category I - Tasks that involve exposure to blood, body fluids, or tissues require use of techniques of Universal Precautions as evidenced with blood borne pathogens standards.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
On-the-job time is spent in the following physical activities.
Standing - Up to 1/3
Walking - Up to 1/3
Sitting - 2/3 or more
Talking or Hearing - 2/3 or more
Use of hands to finger, handle or feel - Up to 1/3
Pushing/Pulling - None
Stooping, kneeling, crouching or crawling - None
Reaching with hands and arms - Up to 1/3
Tasting or smelling - None
This position requires that weight be lifted or force be exerted.
Up to 10 pounds - 2/3 or more
Up to 25 pounds - 1/3 to 1/2
Up to 50 pounds - Up to 1/3
Up to 100 pounds - None
More than 100 pounds - None
This position has special vision requirements.
Close Vision (clear vision at 20 inches or less)
Color Vision (ability to identify and distinguish colors)
Ability to Adjust Focus (ability to adjust eye to bring an object into sharp focus)
WORK ENVIRONMENT
This position requires exposure to the following environmental conditions.
Wet, humid conditions (non-weather) - None
Work near moving mechanical parts - Up to 1/3
Fumes or airborne particles - Up to 1/3
Toxic or caustic chemicals - Up to 1/3
Outdoor weather conditions - None
Extreme cold (non-weather) - None
Extreme heat (non-weather) - None
Risk of electrical shock - None
Work with explosives - None
Risk of radiation - None
Vibration - None
The typical noise level for the environment is:
Very Quiet
Quiet
Moderate Noise
Loud Noise
Hearing
Ability to hear calls
Ability to hear instructions from physician/department staff/others
EEO/ADA Statement
Brattleboro Memorial Hospital provides equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees and strictly prohibits any type of harassment or discrimination in regard to race, religion, age, color, sex, disability status, national origin, genetics, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, gender expression, gender identity, or any other characteristic protected under federal, state, and/or local laws.
Consistent with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), it is the policy of Brattleboro Memorial Hospital to provide reasonable accommodation when requested by a qualified applicant or employee with a disability, unless such accommodation would cause an undue hardship. The policy regarding requests for reasonable accommodation applies to all aspects of employment, including the application process. If reasonable accommodation is needed, please contact Human Resources.
Compensation Disclosure in Accordance with Vermont Act 155
In compliance with Vermont Act 155, Brattleboro Memorial Hospital provides the compensation range for this position in good faith. The listed range represents the pay scale reasonably expected for a successful candidate based on factors such as relevant experience, education, internal equity, and market competitiveness. Final compensation will be determined during the hiring process.