Diagnostic Technologist

Upstate; City of Syracuse (NY); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

New York State pension

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid time off

Holidays and floating holidays

Union membership (UUP)

Job summary

Upstate Downtown Campus seeks a Radiologic Technologist to perform radiographic examinations under the direction of departmental radiologists, across inpatient, outpatient, fluoroscopy, operating room, and emergency department settings. The role includes adult and pediatric care at Golisano Children’s Hospital and requires careful patient identification and verification of physician orders.

You will practice radiation safety to minimize exposure, perform all required quality control procedures,

Qualifications

• AAS in Radiologic Technology or equivalent with NYS license/registration or eligible and ARRT (within 1 year of appointment).
• Limited Permit must be obtained by time of appointment if NYS license/registration hasn’t been obtained yet.
• CPR-BLS certification required at the time of appointment.
• Entry level SL1 position available for candidates with no experience.

Responsibilities

• Perform radiographic examinations under the direction of departmental radiologists.
• Verify physician orders and properly identify patients.
• Maintain compliance with continuing education requirements.
• Conduct required quality control procedures.
• Provide care in inpatient, outpatient, fluoroscopy, operating room and ED settings, including adult and pediatric patients.

Skills

Radiography basics

Radiation safety

Quality control

Patient care

Education

AAS in Radiologic Technology

NYS license or eligible

Job description

Job Summary:

• Great working environment located at Upstate Downtown Campus, Level 1 Trauma Center.
• Perform radiographic examinations under the direction of departmental radiologists.
• Practice appropriate radiation safety and protection to assure that patients do not undergo undue radiation exposure.
• Areas include inpatient, outpatient, fluoroscopy, operating room, and emergency department.
• Adult and pediatric care (Golisano Children’s Hospital)
• Verify physician orders for procedures as well as properly identifying patient.
• Performs all required quality control procedures.
• Maintains compliance with continuing education requirements.

Minimum Qualifications:

• AAS in Radiologic Technology or equivalent, NYS license/registration or eligible (must obtain within 6 months of limited permit) and ARRT (must obtain within 1 year of appointment),
• Needs a Limited Permit by time of appointment if NYS License/Registration hasn't be obtained yet.
• CPR-BLS certification required at the time of appointment.
• Candidates who possess an A.A.S. in Radiologic Technology or equivalent, NYS license or eligible, and no experience will be considered for appointment to an entry level (SL1) position.

Work Days:

Full time- Nights.

Message to Applicants:

Our benefits package includes an option for a New York State pension, health, dental and vision insurance, and generous paid time off, including vacation and personal time, paid sick leave, holidays and floating holidays. Opportunity to join the UUP Union.

This posting accepts applications for current and future opportunities. SUNY Upstate Medical University is always looking for qualified medical radiographer candidates.

Recruitment Office: Human Resources