Pediatric X-Ray Tech (Per Diem)

Mount Sinai Health System; New York (NY); On-site; USD 57,000 - 81,000; Full time

Job summary

The Mount Sinai Health System is seeking a Per Diem X-Ray Technician in New York. The role requires independent judgment to perform imaging procedures and evaluate image quality, while ensuring patient safety and comfort.

Responsibilities include patient preparation, adherence to radiation protection practices, equipment maintenance, clerical duties, and training new staff. ARRT registration and graduation from an accredited program are required, with additional clinical experience preferred.

Qualifications

• Graduate of accredited X-Ray Technician/radiological program with clinical and didactic education.
• Registration by ARRT (American Registry of Radiologic Technologists).
• Name: Radiologic Technologist Agency: DOH / Office of Professions
• Additional clinical experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepares patient for radiological procedures with proper and safe positioning, adjusting immobilization devices, moving equipment into required position and adjusting controls for exposure factor.
• Minimizes radiation to patient and other staff by practicing radiation protection techniques, using beam-restriction devices, patient shielding and application of knowledge of exposure factors.
• Ensures operation of radiological equipment by performing preventative maintenance requirements, troubleshooting, calling for repairs, and maintenance of equipment inventory.
• Performs clerical duties related to registration and placement of patients as required.
• Evaluates images prior to release to ensure quality.
• Participates in the performance and documentation of quality control measures.
• Ensures safety and comfort and patient, family members and other employees.
• Assists in the orientation of new X-Ray Techs to the department.
• May provide patient/family education on proper X-ray protocol.
• Performs other relevant duties as assigned.

Education

Graduate of accredited X-Ray Technician/radiological program

Registration by ARRT (American Registry of Radiologic Technologists)

Job description

The Mount Sinai Health System is seeking a Per Diem X-Ray Technician in New York. The role requires independent judgment to perform imaging procedures and evaluate image quality, while ensuring patient safety and comfort.

Responsibilities include patient preparation, adherence to radiation protection practices, equipment maintenance, clerical duties, and training new staff. ARRT registration and graduation from an accredited program are required, with additional clinical experience preferred.