RADIOLOGY TECHNOLOGIST
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Salary$37 – $50/hr
LocationWeymouth, MA
Work modeon-site
Typepart-time
SeniorityEntry
DepartmentSSH Imaging Diagnostic
Company size1,001–5,000 people
PostedAug 12, 2026 · 2mo ago
Verified live5d ago
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Confirm patient’s identity
Evaluate patient’s ability to understand and comply with requirements
Explain and confirm patient’s preparation before exam
Examine radiographic requisition for accuracy
Sequence imaging procedures correctly
Handle medical equipment attached to patients during procedures
Ensure patient safety, comfort, and modesty
Communicate scheduling delays
Obtain necessary patient consent
Explain procedure instructions to patient/family
Practice standard precautions
Follow procedures for patient in isolation
Select immobilization devices to prevent movement
Use proper body mechanics/transfer devices
Gather information for contrast agent dosage
Prepare and administer contrast media
Use sterile/aseptic technique
Observe patient after contrast for adverse reactions
Recognize need for and provide emergency care
Explain post-procedural instructions
Maintain patient confidentiality
Document required info on medical record
Quality assure exams
Perform work of equal/higher level as directed
Clean/disinfect/sterilize facilities and equipment
Evaluate need for protective shielding
Minimize radiation exposure to patient
Question female patients re: pregnancy and take action
Restrict beam to limit exposure/improve quality
Set kVp, mA, time for optimum image quality
Prevent unnecessary persons in area during exposure
Minimize occupational radiation exposure
Wear personnel monitoring device
Evaluate occupational exposure reports
Prepare/operate radiographic unit and accessories
Prepare/operate fluoroscopy unit and accessories
Prepare/operate digital imaging devices (CR, DR, PACS)
Remove radiopaque materials from patient/table
Select equipment/accessories (grid, filters, shielding)
Use radiopaque markers for anatomical side/position
Explain breathing instructions before exposure
Position patient to demonstrate anatomy using landmarks
Determine exposure factors using calipers/technique charts
Modify exposure for motion, casts, pathology
Process exposed image
Reload cassettes with correct film
Prepare digital/computed image receptor for exposure
Verify accuracy of patient ID on radiograph
Evaluate radiographs for diagnostic quality
Take corrective action if radiograph not diagnostic
Store/handle film/cassette to reduce artifacts
Recognize/report equipment malfunctions
Perform basic evaluations of radiographic equipment
Foster a culture of safety
Final verification before invasive procedures
Verify patient before care/procedures/medications
Follow procedure for verifying MD orders (including verbal readback)
Comply with CDC hand hygiene guidelines
Consistently follow policy to mark surgical sites
Use personal protective equipment at all times
Adhere to respiratory etiquette guidelines
Adhere to universal precautions
Appropriately dispose of hazardous materials
Adhere to electrical safety guidelines
Graduate of an approved two-year program
Six (6) months to be fully proficient
RT - Radiography Technology (MA state license)
Maintain CEU activity on-site for 2 years beyond last licensure
Produce CEU records to manager prior to start date
Skills
Picture archival and communication system (PACS)
Computerized radiography
Direct digital radiography
Fixed kVp technique chart
Variable kVp technique chart
Calipers
Automatic exposure control (AEC)
If you are an existing employee of South Shore Health then please apply through the internal career site.
Requisition Number:
R-23475
Facility:
LOC0001 - 55 Fogg Road55 Fogg Road
Weymouth, MA 02190
Department Name:
SSH Imaging Diagnostic
Status:
Part time
Budgeted Hours:
0
Shift:
Varied Shifts (United States of America)Under the direction of the Department Manager, performs interpretive, patient care and technical functions to insure proper radiologic diagnosis of patients.
Compensation Pay Range:
$37.37 - $50.30
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
1 - Patient Care
a - Confirm patient’s identity.
b - Evaluate patient’s ability to understand and comply with requirements for the requested examination.
c - Explain and confirm patient’s preparation (e.g., diet restrictions, preparatory medications) prior to radiographic/fluoroscopic examinations.
d - Examine radiographic requisition to verify accuracy and completeness of information (e.g., patient history, clinical diagnosis).
e - Sequence imaging procedures to avoid residual contrast material affecting future exams.
f - Responsible for medical equipment attached to patients (e.g., IV’s, oxygen) during the radiographic procedures.
g - Provide for patient safety, comfort, and modesty.
h - Communicate scheduling delays to waiting patients.
i - Verify or obtain patient consent as necessary (e.g., contrast studies).
j - Explain procedure instructions to patient or patient’s family.
2 - (continued from # 1)
a - Practice standard precautions.
b - Follow appropriate procedures when in contact with patient in isolation.
c - Select immobilization devices, when indicated, to prevent patient’s movement and/or ensure patients safety.
d - Use proper body mechanics and/or mechanical transfer devices when assisting patient.
e - Prior to administration of contrast agent, gather information to determine appropriate dosage, and to determine if patient is at increased risk of adverse reaction.
f - Confirm type of contrast media and prepare for administration.
g - Use sterile or aseptic technique and prepare for administration.
h - Observe patient after administration of contrast media to detect adverse reactions.
i - Recognize need for prompt medical attention and administer emergency care.
j - Explain post-procedural instructions to patient or patient’s family.
3 - (continued from #2)
a - Maintain confidentiality of patient’s information.
b - Document required information on patient’s medical record (e.g., radiographic requisitions, radiographs).
c - Quality assures exams performed to capture the technical and room time.
d - Performs work of equal skill, effort and responsibility as directed and may perform work of a higher level in preparation for increase responsibility.
4 - Radiation Protection
a - Clean, disinfect or sterilize facilities and equipment, and dispose of contaminated items in preparation for next examination.
b - Evaluate the need for and use of protective shielding.
c - Take appropriate precautions to minimize radiation exposure to patient.
d - Question female patient of child-bearing age about possible pregnancy and take appropriate action (i.e., document response, contact physician).
e - Restrict beam to limit exposure area, improve image quality, and reduce radiation dose.
f - Set kVp, mA and time or automatic exposure system to achieve optimum image quality, safe operating conditions, and minimum radiation dose.
g - Prevent all unnecessary persons from remaining in area during x-ray exposure.
h - Take appropriate precautions to minimize occupation radiation exposure.
i - Wear a personnel monitoring device while on duty.
j - Evaluate individual occupational exposure reports to determine if values for the reporting period are within established limits.
5 - Equipment Operation
a - Prepare and operate radiographic unit and accessories.
a. Three-phrase generator.
b. High frequency generator.
c. Bone densitometry unit.
b - Prepare and operate fluoroscopy unit and accessories.
a. Fixed fluoroscopic unit and accessories
b. Pulse fluoroscopy
c. Digital fluoroscopy
d. Mobile fluoroscopic unit
c - Prepare and operate digital imaging devices.
a. Computerized radiography
b. Direct digital radiography
c. Picture archival and communication system (PACS)
6 - Image Production
a - Remove all radiopaque materials from patient or table that could interfere with the radiographic image.
b - Select equipment and accessories (e.g., grid, compensating filters, shielding for the examination requested.
c - Use radiopaque markers to indicate anatomical side, position or other relevant information (e.g., time, upright, decubitis, post-void).
d - Explain breathing instructions prior to making the exposure.
e - Position patient to demonstrate the desired anatomy using body landmarks.
f - Determine appropriate exposure factors using calipers and technique charts.
a. Fixed kVp technique chart
b. Variable kVp technique chart
c. Calipers (to determine patient thickness for exposure)
d. Automatic exposure control (AEC)
g - Modify exposure factors for circumstances such as involuntary motion, casts and splints, pathological conditions, or patient’s inability to cooperate.
h - Process exposed image.
i - Reload cassettes and magazines by selecting film of proper size and type.
j - Prepare digital/computed image receptor for exposure.
7 - (continued from #6)
a - Verify accuracy of patient identification on radiograph.
b - Evaluate radiographs for diagnostic quality.
c - Determine corrective measures if radiograph is not of diagnostic quality and take appropriate action.
d - Store and handle film/cassette in a manner which will reduce the possibility of artifact production.
8 - Equipment Maintenance
a - Recognize and report malfunctions in the radiographic or fluoroscopic unit and accessories.
a. Visual inspection of equipment.
b - Perform basic evaluations of radiographic equipment and accessories.
a. Beam restriction system
b. Beam alignment
c. Source-to-image receptor distance indicator
d. Radiation protection devices (lead aprons and gloves).
9 - Safety Awareness – Fosters a “Culture of Safety” through personal ownership and commitment to a safe environment.
a - Prior to the start of any invasive procedures, a final verification to confirm the correct patient, procedure, site, and information is done.
b - Verifies patient according to policy prior to administration of care/procedures/medications.
c - Follows approved procedure for verifying MD orders including a verbal readback to the licensed independent practitioner after receiving a telephone order.
d - Complies with the current CDC hand hygiene guidelines through proper handwashing, as observed by nurse manager and peers.
e - Consistently follows the South Shore Hospital policy to mark surgical sites.
f - Makes appropriate use of personal protective equipment at all times.
g - Adheres to respiratory etiquette guidelines.
h - Adheres to universal precautions.
i - Appropriately disposes of hazardous materials.
j - Adheres to electrical safety guidelines.
JOB REQUIREMENTS
Minimum Education - Preferred
Graduate of an approved two-year program.
Minimum Work Experience
Six (6) months to be fully proficient.
Required Licenses / Registrations
RT- Radiography Technology (MA state license) or
RT Temp - Radiography Technology Temporary (MA state license)
Required additional Knowledge and Abilities
Employees must produce their CEU records to their manager prior to start date and on an ongoing basis thereafter. Technologists in this position are responsible to maintain CEU activity on-site for a period of two years longer than the technologist’s last licensure renewal date
varied shifts
Responsibilities if Required:
Education if Required:
License/Registration/Certification Requirements:
Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification - American Heart Association (AHA) (Including courses offered through SSH), INSTRUCTOR- Basic Life Support (BLS) - American Heart Association (AHA) (Including courses offered through SSH), Radiography Technology (MA) - Radiation Control Program (Massachusetts), Radiography Technology Temporary License (MA) - Radiation Control Program (Massachusetts)