Job Description:
Performs general diagnostic procedures using x-ray and auxiliary equipment. Ensures proper information is obtained for physician diagnosis.
Job Responsibilities:
- Prepares patient for examination.
- Explains procedure in layman terms to relieve patient of anxiety.
- Ensures patient is screened according to protocol, and assures consent for the procedure has been obtained, when necessary.
- Positions patient for optimum testing procedure and conditions.
- Sets-up equipment to administer the proper procedure in timely fashion.
- Obtains x-ray images of anatomical area of interest as prescribed for physician interpretation.
- Monitors patient condition by directly observing patient during examination, recognizing and reporting abnormal changes.
- Acknowledges and reviews images in computer system.
- Ensures accuracy of all patient data. Processes imaging and prints CDs, as required.
- Gathers previous related patient reports, as required.
- Performs minor repairs and adjusts equipment, as required.
- Adheres to Infection Control guidelines in the performance of duties. Maintains cleanliness of work area, equipment and accessories.
- Performs related duties as required
Work Shift:
8:00AM - 4:00PM /Flex Days (PER DIEM)
Job Qualifications:
- Graduate of an approved Radiologic Technology program, required.
- New York State Department of Health licensure as a Radiologic Technologist, required.
- American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) registration, required.
- Ability to communicate effectively, required.
- Additional Salary Detail
The salary range and/or hourly rate listed is a good faith determination of potential base compensation that may be offered to a successful applicant for this position at the time of this job advertisement and may be modified in the future. When determining a team members base salary and/or rate, several factors may be considered as applicable (e.g., location, specialty, service line, years of relevant experience, education, credentials, negotiated contracts, budget and internal equity).