About the Role
<div><p><b>Offering a $15,000 sign on bonus for new external hires</b></p><p></p><p>As a union hospital, <span><span>Melrose Wakefield Hospital</span></span> offers employees the added stability and support that comes with union representation. Union positions also provide a structured environment that promotes fairness, transparency, and employee advocacy in the workplace.</p><p></p><p>Available Schedules:</p><ul><li><span>Rotating M-F, Evenings 3-11:30pm e/o weekend night shift 11pm-7am</span></li><li><span>Mon- Tues 8-4:30p, Wed 3-11:30pm, Thurs 12-8:30pm, Fri 3-11:30pm. No weekends required.</span></li></ul><p></p><p><b><u>Why you’ll love working at Melrose Wakefield Hospital:</u></b></p><p>• <b>Free parking</b> — because your commute should be the easiest part of your day<br />• <b>Benefits starting Day 1</b> — including medical, dental, and vision coverage<br />• <b>Generous PTO</b> package with 30 days off to recharge and enjoy life outside of work<br />• <b>Career growth</b> opportunities with pathways to train and advance into other radiology modalities<br />• <b>Retirement match with immediate 100% vesting</b> in your contributions — your future starts building right away</p><p></p><p>If you’re a new grad looking for a supportive environment, continuous learning, and a career that grows with you—we’d love to have you on the team.</p><p></p><p><b><u><span>Job Profile</span><span> Summary</span></u><span> </span></b></p></div><div><p><span><span></span><span>This role focuses on using various imaging techniques and practices to aid in the diagnosis and treatment of patients</span><span>. </span><span>In addition, this role focuses on performing the following Diagnostic Radiology duties: Evaluates physical conditions related to diagnostics are typically technically skilled and able to </span><span>operate</span><span> medical imaging equipment for this purpose</span><span>. </span><span> </span><span>A clinical technologist role that has specialized knowledge or skills gained through a combination of vocational education, training, and experience.</span><span> </span><span>This role will be most commonly applied to patient care and/or scientific/laboratory jobs.</span><span> An entry-level role typically </span><span>requiring</span><span> little to no prior knowledge or experience and requiring vocational or technical education</span><span>. </span><span>Work is routine or follows standard procedures, is closely supervised, and communicates information that requires little explanation or interpretation.</span></span><span> </span></p></div><div><p><span> </span></p></div><div><p><b><u><span>Job Overview</span></u><span> </span></b></p></div><div><p><span><span>Under the direction of </span><span>clinical supervision</span><span> and the Radiologist, performs radiographic procedures that follow radiological standards in a safe, </span><span>accurate</span><span> and </span><span>timely</span><span> manner which are necessary to allow the radiologist and/or physician to make a radiological diagnosis</span><span>. </span><span>Performs a variety of technical procedures requiring independent judgement, </span><span>ingenuity</span><span> and initiative</span><span>. </span><span>Assumes responsibility for designated areas and/or procedures as required</span><span>. </span><span>Maintains and monitors department supplies</span><span>. </span><span>Continuously strives to develop/improve relationships with all customers</span><span>. </span><span>Actively </span><span>participates</span><span> in department quality improvement/assurance.</span></span><span> </span></p></div><div><p><span> </span></p></div><div><p><b><u><span>Job Description</span></u><span> </span></b></p></div><div><p><b><span>Minimum Qualifications:</span></b><span> </span></p></div><div><p><span><span>1.</span><span> Graduate of approved School of Radiological Technology</span><span>.</span></span><span> </span></p></div><div><p><span><span>2.</span><span> </span></span> <span>Certification granted by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT)</span></p></div><div><p><span><span>3.</span><span> </span><span>Licensed by the Massachusetts Radiation Control Board.</span></span><span> </span></p></div><div><p><span><span>4. </span></span>Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification.</p></div><div><p><span> </span></p></div><div><p><b><span>Duties and Responsibilities</span><span>:</span></b><span><span> The </span><span>duties and responsibilities listed</span><span> </span><span>below </span><span>are intended to describe the general nature of work</span><span> and</span><span> are not intended to be an all-inclusive list</span><span>. </span><span>Other duties </span><span>and responsibilities </span><span>may be assigned.</span></span><span> </span></p></div><div><p><span> </span></p></div><div><p><span><span>1.</span><span> </span><span>Follows hospital protocol for exam routines and produces quality studies in an efficient, </span><span>timely</span><span> manner.</span></span><span> </span></p></div><div><p><span><span>2. </span><span>Is competent to </span><span>operate</span><span> all equipment in the department or has requested training in specific areas.</span></span><span> </span></p></div><div><p><span><span>3. </span><span>Completes administrative </span><span>portion</span><span> of procedure; tech edit, escort patient, clean and prepare room.</span></span><span> </span></p></div><div><p><span><span>4. </span><span>Completes the procedure in an effective and efficient manner, </span><span>i.e.</span><span> processes film, provides </span><span>appropriate feedback</span><span> to patient, clean room, tech edit, etc.</span></span><span> </span></p></div><div><p><span><span>5. </span><span>Lead markers visible on every film so that the radiographed anatomical area is correctly identified</span><span>. </span><span>Labels films with </span><span>appropriate stickers</span><span>.</span></span><span> </span></p></div><div><p><span><span>6. </span><span>Repeat films are always reported through Meditech and the percentage of rejected films meets the benchmark standard.</span></span><span> </span></p></div><div><p><span><span>7. </span><span>Is a team player, interacts well with staff members, other </span><span>departments</span><span> and physicians.</span></span><span> </span></p></div><div><p><span><span>8. </span><span>Is committed to assuring that the patient’s expectations of quality service are exceeded.</span><span> </span><span>Identifies</span><span> patient by asking name and checking </span><span>arm-band</span><span> per established procedure.</span></span><span> </span></p></div><div><p><span><span>9. </span><span>Educates each patient in a professional manner, explanation includes what the patient should expect and the timeliness of the exam.</span></span><span> </span></p></div><div><p><span><span>10. </span><span>Takes the initiative to meet customer’s needs and solve customer’s problems or finds someone who can.</span></span><span> </span></p></div><div><p><span><span>11. </span><span>C</span><span>ommunicate to the age specific populations served when greeting, receiving, or directing patients, visitors and hospital personnel arriving or calling the department in a courteous manner.</span></span><span> </span></p></div><div><p><span><span>1</span><span>2</span><span>. </span><span>Recognizes the need to and offers to </span><span>a</span><span>ssist</span><span> </span><span>anyone </span><span>r</span><span>equiring</span><span> </span><span>help</span><span>.</span></span><span> </span></p></div><div><p><span><span>1</span><span>3</span><span>. </span><span>Assists with all paperwork associated with the patient’s exam</span><span>. </span><span>(</span><span>i.e.</span><span> clerical duties)</span></span><span> </span></p></div><div><p><span><span>1</span><span>4</span><span>. </span><span>Complies with</span><span> safety, infection control and environmental control policies and procedures for the department.</span></span><span> </span></p></div><div><p><span><span>1</span><span>5</span><span>. </span><span>Submits</span><span> documentation of reportable incidents to supervisor or manager in compliance with hospital incident reporting policies.</span></span><span> </span></p></div><div><p><span><span>16</span><span>. </span><span>Is flexible and willing to adjust personal </span><span>schedule</span><span> to cover shifts, call or to complete workload.</span></span><span> </span></p></div><div><p><span><span>17</span><span>. </span><span>Attends mandatory staff meetings and </span><span>provides</span><span> valuable feedback related to the functionality of the department.</span></span><span> </span></p></div><div><p><span><span>18</span><span>. </span><span>Provides</span><span> </span><span>lowest</span><span> </span><span>possible radiation</span><span> exposure to staff, </span><span>patients</span><span> and families according to ALARA guidelines.</span></span><span> </span></p></div><div><p><span> </span></p></div><div><p><b><span>Physical Requirements</span><span>: </span></b><span> </span></p></div><div><p><span><span>1.</span><span> </span><span>Ability to transport patients from wheelchair or patient slide board to table</span><span>. </span><span>Ability to move portable x-ray machine to examination site</span><span>. </span><span>Ability to lift 30-35 pounds with </span><span>assistance</span><span> using </span><span>appropriate body</span><span> mechanics.</span><span> </span><span>Ability to wear protective lead aprons and lead gloves during examinations</span><span>. </span></span><span> </span></p></div><div><p><span><span>2. Requires manual dexterity using fine hand manipulation to </span><span>operate</span><span> radiology equipment.</span></span><span> </span></p></div><div><p><span><span>3. Hearing and visual acuity sufficient to perform examinations; </span><span>observe</span><span> patients, read monitors and documents, and hear audible equipment alarms.</span></span><span> </span></p></div><div><p><span> </span></p></div><div><p><b><span>Skills & Abilities:</span></b><span> </span></p></div><div><p><span><span>1. Knowledge of medical terminology</span></span><span> </span></p></div><div><p><span><span>2. Clerical skills</span></span><span> </span></p></div><div><p><span><span>3. Ability to accept and respond appropriately to change.</span></span><span> </span></p></div><div><p><span><span>4. </span><span>Ab</span><span>ility</span><span> to respond appropriately to </span><span>stressful</span><span> situations.</span></span><span> </span></p></div><div><p><span><span>5. Good judgement skills.</span></span><span> </span></p></div><div><p><span><span>6. Time management skills.</span></span><span> </span></p></div><p> </p><p>At Tufts Medicine, we want every individual to feel valued for the skills and experience they bring. Our compensation philosophy is designed to offer fair, competitive pay that attracts, retains, and motivates highly talented individuals, while rewarding the important work you do every day.</p><p></p><p>The base pay ranges reflect the minimum qualifications for the role. Individual offers are determined using a comprehensive approach that considers relevant experience, certifications, education, skills, and internal equity to ensure compensation is fair, consistent, and aligned with our business goals.</p><p></p><p>Beyond base pay, Tufts Medicine provides a comprehensive Total Rewards package that supports your health, financial security, and career growth—one of the many ways we invest in you so you can thrive both at work and outside of it.</p><p> </p><p><b><u>Pay Range</u>:</b></p><p> </p>$36.00 - $45.81