Pediatrics X-Ray Tech (Per Diem)

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

Job summary

Mount Sinai Health System is seeking a Per Diem X-Ray Technician to perform both basic and advanced radiology procedures in accordance with established protocols. You will evaluate images for technical quality and exercise independent judgment during imaging, recognizing patient conditions requiring immediate action.

The role requires graduation from an accredited radiology program, ARRT registration, and a commitment to safety and high-quality patient care in a busy clinical environment.

Qualifications

• Graduate of accredited X-Ray Technician/radiological program with clinical and didactic education.
• Registration by ARRT (American Registry of Radiological 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.

Skills

Radiology procedures

Patient positioning

Radiation safety

Image evaluation

Education

Accredited X-Ray program

Tools

X-ray equipment

Job description

Mount Sinai Health System is seeking a Per Diem X-Ray Technician to perform both basic and advanced radiology procedures in accordance with established protocols. You will evaluate images for technical quality and exercise independent judgment during imaging, recognizing patient conditions requiring immediate action.

The role requires graduation from an accredited radiology program, ARRT registration, and a commitment to safety and high-quality patient care in a busy clinical environment.