What are the responsibilities and job description for the Radiographer position at Brigham & Women's Faulkner Hospital?
Summary
Under the direction of the Manager, the Radiologic Technologist performs a variety of diagnostic imaging procedures using radiographic equipment while following established imaging protocols and safety standards. This role provides compassionate patient care by explaining procedures, addressing questions, and ensuring patient comfort throughout the imaging process.
The technologist operates a range of imaging equipment, including diagnostic, fluoroscopic, and portable radiographic systems, and collaborates with radiologists and interdisciplinary care teams to support high-quality patient care. While primarily assigned to one imaging area (Inpatient, Outpatient, or Emergency Department), this position may provide coverage in other departments or Mass General Brigham locations, with appropriate training, to support operational needs.
Registered Technologist by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) is required within 90 days of hire.
Patient Care: Yes
Essential Functions
-Verify patient identity, review the requested examination, obtain relevant patient history, and document necessary information to ensure accurate and safe imaging.
-Explain imaging procedures in a clear, compassionate manner, adapting communication to meet each patient's physical, emotional, and language needs while promoting comfort and understanding.
-Prepare and operate radiographic equipment, selecting appropriate technical factors to produce high-quality diagnostic images while adhering to radiation safety standards.
-Perform diagnostic imaging procedures in accordance with departmental protocols and radiologist instructions.
-Review images for quality and accuracy, ensuring proper labeling and successful transmission to the Picture Archiving and Communication System (PACS).
Schedule: 3, 12-hour shifts
Education
Brigham and Women's Faulkner Hospital, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. By embracing diverse skills, perspectives and ideas, we choose to lead. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment.
Brigham and Women’s Faulkner Hospital is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to an employee’s protected status, such as age, race, sex, color, ancestry, religion, national origin, physical or mental disability, veteran status, citizenship, gender identity or expression or sexual orientation.
Education
- Certificate or Diploma in Radiography required.
- Associate's Degree in Radiography preferred.
- State Radiologic Technologist License required.
- Registered Technologist (R.T. (ARRT)) through the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists preferred.
- 0-1 year of radiologic technologist experience preferred.
- Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to provide compassionate care and communicate effectively with patients, families, and colleagues in a fast-paced healthcare environment.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to read, write, and communicate effectively in English.
- Knowledge of anatomy, physiology, medical terminology, radiation safety principles (including ALARA), radiographic positioning, and imaging equipment.
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to producing high-quality diagnostic images while maintaining patient safety.
- Ability to assess and respond appropriately in emergency situations and follow established infection prevention and control practices.
- Ability to lift and move up to 40 pounds and safely assist with patient positioning and transfers, as needed.
- Demonstrates professionalism, adaptability, and a collaborative approach to supporting departmental and organizational needs.
Brigham and Women's Faulkner Hospital, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. By embracing diverse skills, perspectives and ideas, we choose to lead. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment.
Brigham and Women’s Faulkner Hospital is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to an employee’s protected status, such as age, race, sex, color, ancestry, religion, national origin, physical or mental disability, veteran status, citizenship, gender identity or expression or sexual orientation.