Night Radiologic Technologist - Superior Diagnostic Imaging

Trinity Health; Town of Brighton (NY); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

The Radiology Technologist at Trinity Health Livingston Hospital reviews physician orders, positions patients, and acquires diagnostic radiographs in accordance with department protocols. They assist radiologists and monitor patients during procedures, ensuring image quality while minimizing radiation exposure.

Responsibilities include preparing patients, operating imaging equipment, performing quality control, and documenting procedures.

Qualifications

• Completion of an accredited Radiologic Technologist program.
• Registered as a Radiographer by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT).
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
• One year of experience as a Radiologic Technologist preferred.
• Must have knowledge of anatomy and physics concepts related to imaging.
• Knowledge of ALARA principles to minimize radiation dose.

Responsibilities

• Review requests for procedures and determine regions to be examined.
• Prepare patients and position for procedures with care and courtesy.
• Assist Radiologist in performing routine radiographs and operate imaging equipment.
• Monitor patient condition before and during procedures and respond to emergencies.
• Document procedure verification and imaging results in the system.
• Collect and forward completed PACS images for interpretation and reporting.
• Maintain sterile technique and infection control practices.
• Perform daily quality control and report equipment issues.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Patient positioning

Radiation safety

Image acquisition

Communication

Emergency response

Education

Accredited Radiologic Technologist program

ARRT Registered Radiographer

Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification

Job description

The Radiology Technologist at Trinity Health Livingston Hospital reviews physician orders, positions patients, and acquires diagnostic radiographs in accordance with department protocols. They assist radiologists and monitor patients during procedures, ensuring image quality while minimizing radiation exposure.

Responsibilities include preparing patients, operating imaging equipment, performing quality control, and documenting procedures.