Radiographer Full Time

Atlantic Health; Summit (NJ); On-site; USD 60,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Atlantic Health in Summit, NJ seeks a Radiologic Technologist to perform radiographs under the direction of a Radiologist. The role involves producing high-quality images to aid diagnosis and treatment, while preparing and maintaining patient records as directed.

The position requires knowledge of diverse imaging equipment, strict adherence to safety standards, and effective communication with patients to explain procedures and ease concerns.

Qualifications

• Performs imaging per state, federal, and professional guidelines.
• Demonstrates knowledge of imaging equipment setup, use, troubleshooting, and cleaning.
• Obtains patient history, explains procedures, and addresses questions.

Responsibilities

• Performs imaging and treatment procedures per guidelines.
• Maintains and sanitizes imaging equipment; ensures safety.
• Obtains patient history, explains procedures, and addresses questions.

Skills

Radiologic imaging

Patient care

Safety protocols

Communication

Education

Associate degree in Radiologic Technology

Tools

X-ray equipment (CR/DR)

Job description

Responsible for X-raying patient using radiologic equipment that produces radiographs (x-rays) of body for diagnostic purposes, as directed by the Radiologist. Generates high-quality images of patients in order to assist with diagnosis and treatment. Prepares and maintains records and files as directed

Principal Accountabilities:

• 1. Performs and provides appropriate imaging and treatment processes in accordance with state, federal, and professional guidelines.
• 2. Demonstrates knowledge of a variety of imaging equipment including setup, utilization, troubleshooting, and proper care and sanitization of all equipment.
• 3. Obtains patient history, explains routine procedures, and addresses patient queries or concerns.
• 4. Maintains all equipment for procedures, assesses safety, physical, and physiological comfort of patient.
• 5. Monitors need for procedure revisions and coordinates daily imaging procedures.
• 6. Performs other related duties as assigned.