Lead Radiology Technologist

Westchester Medical Center Health Network (WMCHealth); Town of Mount Pleasant (NY); On-site; USD 59,000 - 77,000; Full time

Job summary

Westchester Medical Center in Valhalla, NY seeks a Lead Radiology Technologist (Special Procedures) to operate complex X-ray equipment for radiographs and assist physicians in detection and diagnosis. Incumbents must have training or experience in CAT scan and related procedures.

The role involves proper patient positioning, developing radiographs, maintaining radiographic files, and providing technical supervision where needed.

Qualifications

• Two years of experience in a hospital X-ray department or private radiological laboratory performing diagnostic work including operation of special procedures equipment such as CAT scan, angiographic or neurographic equipment.

Responsibilities

• Operate complex X-ray equipment for radiographs using special procedures to assist physicians in diagnosis.
• Position patients properly and develop radiographs; maintain radiographic files for the required period.
• Provide technical assistance and quality control; may supervise X-ray technicians and non-professional staff as needed.

Tools

CAT scan equipment

Angiographic equipment

Neurographic equipment

Job description

Job Title: Lead Radiology Technologist

Company: Westchester Medical Center

City/State: Valhalla, NY

Category: Allied Health Prof/Technical

Department: Advanced Imaging

Union: Yes

Union Name: CSEA

Position: Full Time

Hours: Variable

Shift: Variable

Req #: 50375

Posted Date: Oct 29, 2026

Hiring Range: $43.03 - $55.65

*If you are hired by WMCHealth, your final base salary will be determined based on job-related factors, including employment status (full-time, part-time or per diem), relevant skills, qualifications and experience. Consistent with our commitment to pay equity, we also consider internal equity among similarly situated employees when determining final compensation.

Summary

The lead X-ray technologist (special procedures) is responsible for technical work involving the operation of complex X-ray equipment for the purpose of taking radiographs of various designated portions of the body using special procedures, to assist physicians in the detection of foreign bodies and the diagnosis of diseases and injuries. Work involves the proper positioning of the patient, development of the X-rays, maintenance of radiographic files for a prescribed period. Lead technologist (special procedures) is distinguished from senior technologist in that incumbents must possess training and/or previous experience in the performance of special radiological procedures, such as the operation of CAT scan equipment and are assigned in one of these specialty areas. Partial supervision may be exercised over X-ray technicians, non-professional and clerical support staff in the way of quality control of work and providing technical assistance. Does related work as required

Education/Experience

Two years of experience in a hospital X-ray department or a private radiological laboratory performing all types of diagnostic work including the operation of special procedures equipment such as CAT scan, angiographic or neurographic equipment.

Licenses/Certifications

Possession of a valid license and current registration issued by the New York State Department of Health as a radiologic technologist in the field of diagnostic radiography. Special Requirements: Must be certified and maintain current registration with the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) in the field of radiography.

About Us

Westchester Medical Center

Westchester Medical Center is the premier provider of advanced medical care in New York's Hudson Valley. The flagship of the Westchester Medical Center Health Network, this 895-bed academic hospital in Valhalla, NY, provides local residents with acute-care services - Level I trauma and burn care, organ transplants and advanced neurovascular procedures and more - found nowhere else in the region. Westchester Medical Center is the primary referral facility for other Hudson Valley hospitals and serves as a lifeline for more than 3 million.

WMCHealth is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is the policy of Westchester Medical Center Health Network to provide equal employment opportunities without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age (40 or older), marital status, genetic information or carrier status, disability (mental or physical), citizenship status, pregnancy, military service or veteran status, arrest or criminal accusation, domestic violence victim status or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.