Diagnostic Radiologic Technologist

Quick Facts

• Role: Diagnostic Radiologic Technologist (Diagnostic Imaging)

• Work setting: Performs imaging in the department, operating room, and at the bedside

• Schedule: Monday–Friday 8:00am–4:30pm; weekends, holidays, and on-call required; 2 days/week at West Roxbury and 3 days/week at Brockton campuses

• Telework: Not available

Description

The Diagnostic Radiologic Technologist performs standardized diagnostic radiology procedures with limited complexity, sometimes working independently. Duties include interpreting procedure requests, prioritizing exams, performing imaging for routine radiology and specialty studies, and ensuring correct exposure parameters and patient safety. The role also captures computerized radiographs, configures the image, verifies patient information, and transmits images to PACS.

Responsibilities

• Receive requests/instructions and interpret radiologist or medical house officer directions

• Prioritize examinations based on urgency and room availability

• Perform routine radiology (skull, spine, chest, torso, extremities)

• Perform GI suite procedures (e.g., cholangiography, UGI, barium enema, ERCP, fluoroscopic studies)

• Perform operating room radiography and orthopedic and GU studies

• Perform fluoroscopy-guided procedures (e.g., stent grafts, pacer placement, porta-cath/tunnel lines)

• Explain procedures, position patients, and apply shielding/cushioning as appropriate

• Capture and configure computerized radiographs; verify patient information before transmitting to PACS

• Calculate and set exposure factors (time, distance, kilovoltage, milliamperage) and operate equipment

Benefits

• Paid Time Off: 37–50 days of annual paid time off per year (annual leave, sick leave, and federal holidays)

• Parental Leave: up to 12 weeks paid parental leave after 12 months of employment

• Child Care Subsidy: up to 25% of eligible childcare costs for eligible full-time employees after 60 days

• Retirement: Traditional federal pension (5 years vesting) and federal 401K with up to 5% employer contribution

• Insurance: Federal health, vision, dental, life, and long-term care options