Southcoast Health System, Inc.
Location
New Bedford, Massachusetts
Salary
$33 - $52 / HOUR
The technologist performs diversified clinical patient care and technical duties in radiography and computed tomography as part of an interdisciplinary team, including patient assessments and correlating clinical findings with exam requests. Responsibilities also involve educating patients, positioning them, selecting technical factors for quality images, and assisting physicians with procedures while adhering to ALARA principles.
Candidates must successfully complete an accredited Radiologic Technology program and obtain primary certification, followed by post-primary certification in Computed Tomography from the ARRT within one year of eligibility. Current RT licensure in Massachusetts and/or Rhode Island, along with Basic Life Support (BLS) certification, is mandatory for this role.
Under the general supervision and direction of the Manager, Respiratory Care or designee, perform diversified duties in administering and monitoring Respiratory Care Services according to Physician's orders. Services including but not limited to; Chest Physical Therapy (CPT), sputum induction, breathing exercises, medication delivery, fit testing, Tuberculosis (TB) testing, blood sampling and analysis, Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR), airway management, bronchoscopy assistance, evaluation and assessment, protocol implementation, patient and family education, smoking cessation, non-invasive and invasive mechanical ventilation, airway management, heliox therapy, oxygen therapy, holter monitoring, Electrocardiogram (EKG) testing and Pulmonary Function Testing (PFT).
Graduate of an approved program for Respiratory Care is required; an Associates degree is preferred. CRT is required, RRT is preferred. Valid license from the Massachusetts Board of Registration in Respiratory Care is required. One (1) year of acute and chronic respiratory care experience is preferred. Must be fully vaccinated against seasonal Influenza and the COVID 19 virus or to be exempt from the requirement for medical or personal reasons by signing a statement certifying you are choosing to be exempt from vaccination once hired. Pay Range USD $33.39 - USD $52.22 /Hr. Rotation Schedule Requirement Every 3rd weekend, holiday rotation
