Pediatrics Radiology Tech (Per Diem)

Mount Sinai; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 59,000 - 79,000; Full time

Job summary

Mount Sinai Health System is seeking a Per Diem X-Ray Technician to perform basic and advanced imaging procedures, ensuring image quality and patient safety within established protocols. Independent judgment and initiative are required in performing imaging studies and recognizing conditions needing immediate action.

The role involves patient positioning, radiation protection, equipment maintenance, clerical duties, and staff training/education as needed.

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.

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

X-Ray Technician/radiological program with clinical and didactic education

ARRT registration

Radiologic Technologist Agency: DOH / Office of Professions

Job description

Mount Sinai Health System is seeking a Per Diem X-Ray Technician to perform basic and advanced imaging procedures, ensuring image quality and patient safety within established protocols. Independent judgment and initiative are required in performing imaging studies and recognizing conditions needing immediate action.

The role involves patient positioning, radiation protection, equipment maintenance, clerical duties, and staff training/education as needed.