Medical Radiographer-CT

Upstate Medical University

City of Syracuse (NY)

On-site

USD 65,000 - 85,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

Upstate Medical University seeks a Medical Radiographer-CT to oversee CT examinations, ensuring patient care and adherence to established procedures. The successful candidate will interpret physician requests, operate CT equipment, and supervise junior staff. This full-time position offers an entry-level opportunity in a dynamic healthcare environment, with responsibilities that ensure the quality and efficiency of patient imaging services.

Qualifications

NYS license/registration (or limited permit required within 6 months).
ARRT certification must be obtained within 1 year.
Current CPR-BLS certification required.

Responsibilities

Perform CT examinations and operate CT equipment.
Supervise junior and student technologists.
Coordinate patient flow and maintain clinical competencies.

Skills

Patient Care

Quality Control

Radiologic Technology

Education

AAS in Radiologic Technology

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Job Summary

Medical Radiographer - CT. Read and interpret requests and instructions of physicians concerning CT examination techniques. Determine body regions and projections which are to be undertaken, greets patients, explains procedures to patients and seeks to reassure anxious and distressed patients; guides and positions patients before and during examinations in order to obtain the required views. Operate CT equipment by setting controls and making required adjustments using guidelines and standard procedures as directed by physicians, in order to procure the required images. Receive general technical supervision from Senior Technologist including orientation to the facility and equipment, advice on procedures and spot-checks of overall performance to determine effectiveness. Other responsibilities include: Supervision of junior and student technologists. Quality control of CT examinations to include proper positioning, technique factors, and appropriate use of resources.

Providing for orientation of new technologists and maintaining clinical competencies of staff. Advising and assisting staff technologists whenever the need arises (e.g., new routine, special views, uncooperative patients or dealing with family members as appropriate. Coordinating and directing patient flow to various scan rooms. Reviewing patient schedule and coordinating flow to achieve maximum efficiency. Must report all potential/current equipment malfunctions to the proper service people/supervisor. Work/train radiographic students in the use and maintenance of radiographic equipment. Must be able to deal efficiently, ethically and courteously with patients, personnel and visitors.

Minimum Qualifications

AAS in Radiologic Technology or equivalent, NYS license/registration (Must receive within 6 months of limited permit) and ARRT (must obtain within 1 year of appointment), one year experience as a radiologic technologist, plus current CPR-BLS certification required. Registration certification for Contrast Injection required (must obtain within 3 months of appointment).

Must have limited permit by time of appointment if NYS License/Registration hasn't be obtained yet.
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.

Preferred Qualifications

Work Days:

Hours to be determined. Will work weekends and holidays on rotation. Depending on departmental needs, overtime may be required.

Message to Applicants: This posting accepts applications for current and future opportunities. SUNY Upstate Medical University is always looking for qualified medical radiographer candidates. Interested candidates can submit their application by clicking "Apply Now".

This posting will cover vacancies at both SUNY Upstate Downtown Campus and the Community Hospital Campus Syracuse, New York. Recruitment Office: Human Resources Executive Order: Pursuant to Executive Order 161, no State entity, as defined by the Executive Order, is permitted to ask, or mandate, in any form, that an applicant for employment provide his or her current compensation, or any prior compensation history, until such time as the applicant is extended a conditional offer of employment with compensation. If such information has been requested from you before such time, please contact the Governor's Office of Employee Relations at (518) 474-6988 or via email at info@goer.ny.gov.

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