X-Ray Technician

Monday- Friday, Days, on call/callback, holidays per unit needs (5x8hrs)

MUST BE ABLE TO REPORT WITHIN 30 MINUTES FOR ON CALL SHIFTS

ON CALL: 2-3 call shifts per month

X-Ray Technologist Responsibilities:

· Verifying patients' identity and reviewing physicians’ orders before beginning x-ray procedures.

· Using x-ray equipment to take radiographic images of patients' bones, tissues, and organs as per physicians’ written orders

· Explaining x-ray procedures to patients and answering their questions.

· Positioning patients accordingly, which may include lifting and moving patients with limited mobility.

· Handles all radiologic equipment safely and properly keeping dose to patient as low as possible.

· Observe each patient’s status and interprets the appropriate information needed to meet his or her age-specific needs.

· Produces a diagnostic, high quality image for interpretation by the Radiologist.

· Promptly notifying management of damaged or malfunctioning x-ray equipment.

· Utilizes electronic patient information systems to verify patient name, date, appropriate exam, and any special exam specific comments from the provider. Understands and practices the Dual patient identifier procedure.

· Maintains accurate patient record keeping by properly identifying images and assuring images are sent to the PACS system correctly.

X-Ray Technologist Requirements:

· Completion of formal training in an approved School of Radiologic Technology and maintains Certification through the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT).

· NYS license (or able to obtain license prior to starting)

· 2 years of X-ray Technologist experience

· Level 1 trauma center experience

· Ability to move or lift patients.

· Ability to stand for extended periods.

· Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.

· Effective written and verbal communication skills.

· A patient and compassionate disposition.

· Team player who can maintain a cohesive working environment.

Ability to report within 30 minutes to on call shift.

Requirements

BLS

Experience using c-arm/o-arm in the past 8 months

****Must have recent OR experience ****