Diagnostic Radiographer: Expert X-ray Imaging

Atlantic Health System; Pequannock Township (NJ); On-site; USD 60,000 - 86,000; Full time

Job summary

Atlantic Health System is seeking a Radiologic Technologist to perform X-ray imaging for diagnostic purposes, under direction of the Radiologist, and to generate high-quality images for diagnosis and treatment.

The role involves preparing and maintaining records, obtaining patient history, explaining procedures, and ensuring safety and comfort throughout imaging procedures. The position requires familiarity with multiple imaging modalities and strict adherence to guidelines.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of imaging equipment setup, utilization, and troubleshooting.
• Ability to obtain patient history and explain routines.
• Careful sanitization and maintenance of radiographic equipment.

Responsibilities

• Performs imaging according to state, federal, and professional guidelines.
• Manages imaging equipment setup, use, troubleshooting, cleaning, and sanitization.
• Obtains patient history, explains procedures, and addresses questions.
• Maintains equipment, ensuring safety and patient comfort.
• Monitors need for procedure revisions and coordinates daily imaging.
• Performs additional related duties as assigned.

Skills

Imaging procedures

Patient communication

Equipment maintenance

Safety awareness

Tools

X-ray equipment

Job description

Responsible for X-raying patient using radiologic equipment that produces radiographs (x-rays) of body for diagnostic purposes, as directed by the Radiologist. Generates high-quality images of patients in order to assist with diagnosis and treatment. Prepares and maintains records and files as directed


Principal Accountabilities:


1. Performs and provides appropriate imaging and treatment processes in accordance with state, federal, and professional guidelines.
2. Demonstrates knowledge of a variety of imaging equipment including setup, utilization, troubleshooting, and proper care and sanitization of all equipment.
3. Obtains patient history, explains routine procedures, and addresses patient queries or concerns.
4. Maintains all equipment for procedures, assesses safety, physical, and physiological comfort of patient.
5. Monitors need for procedure revisions and coordinates daily imaging procedures.
6. Performs other related duties as assigned.