Radiologic Technologist

Jobtailor; Town of Potsdam (NY); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobtailor seeks a Radiologic Technologist to perform high-quality radiographic examinations under a Radiologist's direction. You will handle general, special procedures, OR cases, and portable exams, while delivering direct patient care and education.

Prepare contrast media and maintain equipment per policy while ensuring safety and HIPAA compliance. The role requires NY DOH licensure, ARRT registration, and BLS within 3 months.

Qualifications

• The candidate is a graduate of an Accredited Radiologic Technology program.
• Must hold New York State Department of Health Licensure.
• Registered with ARRT (American Registry of Radiologic Technologists).
• BLS certification due within 3 months of hire.
• Ability to perform general radiology, special procedures, OR cases, and portable exams.
• Knowledge of anatomy, patient positioning, radiographic techniques, ALARA, collimation, and shielding.
• Ability to perform equipment QA/QC and follow infection-control and radiation-safety procedures.
• Ability to stand, walk, bend, twist, reach, lift 20–50 lbs, push/pull medical equipment, and assist with patient positioning.
• Ability to complete annual Healthstream programs and maintain HIPAA compliance.

Responsibilities

• Perform high-quality radiographic examinations as directed by the Radiologist.
• Perform general radiology procedures, special procedures, OR cases, and portable exams.
• Provide direct patient care, including positioning, preparation, education, identification verification, and addressing concerns
• Prepare contrast media for examinations as needed
• Maintain equipment, supplies, cleanliness, and safety per policies
• Perform daily equipment QA/QC and report mechanical or system errors
• Wear and submit radiation film badges for monitoring
• Assist peers and patients with transporting, transferring, and standing
• Attend staff and modality meetings and suggest quality and productivity improvements
• Complete routine and urgent exams within departmental time frames with minimal supervision
• Complete annual Healthstream programs and report compliance issues through the chain of command

Skills

Radiologic Techniques

Patient Positioning

ALARA Principles

Collimation

Shielding

General Radiology Procedures

Special Procedures

Portable Exams

Infection Control Procedures

Radiation Safety Procedures

Direct Patient Care

Communication

Team Collaboration

Problem Solving

Attention to Detail

Education

Accredited Radiologic Technology program

New York State Department of Health Licensure

Registered with ARRT

BLS within 3 months of hire

Tools

Radiographic Equipment

QA/QC

Contrast Media

Radiation Film Badges

Job description

• Perform high-quality radiographic examinations as directed by the Radiologist
• Perform general radiology procedures, special procedures, OR cases, and portable exams
• Provide direct patient care, including positioning, preparation, education, identification verification, and addressing concerns
• Prepare contrast media for examinations as needed
• Maintain equipment, supplies, cleanliness, and safety in accordance with policies
• Perform daily equipment QA/QC and report mechanical or system errors
• Wear and submit radiation film badges for monitoring
• Assist peers and patients with transporting, transferring, and standing
• Attend staff and modality meetings and suggest quality and productivity improvements
• Complete routine and urgent exams within departmental time frames with minimal supervision
• Complete annual Healthstream programs and report compliance issues through the chain of command

Requirements

• Graduate of an Accredited Radiologic Technology program
• New York State Department of Health Licensure
• Registered with ARRT (American Registry of Radiologic Technologists)
• BLS within 3 months of hire
• Ability to perform general radiology, special procedures, OR cases, and portable exams
• Knowledge of anatomy, patient positioning, radiographic techniques, ALARA, collimation, and shielding
• Ability to perform equipment QA/QC and follow infection-control and radiation-safety procedures
• Ability to stand, walk, bend, twist, reach, lift 20–50 lbs., push and pull medical equipment, and assist with patient positioning
• Ability to complete annual Healthstream programs and maintain HIPAA compliance

Core Competencies

Demonstrates expertise in performing high-quality radiographic examinations, including general radiology and special procedures, while ensuring patient safety and compliance with health regulations. Proficient in equipment maintenance, quality assurance, and adherence to infection control and radiation safety protocols.

Highest-signal resume keywords

• Radiologic Technology
• New York State Department of Health Licensure
• Registered with ARRT
• BLS Certification
• Equipment QA/QC

ATS Optimization Keywords

Hard Skills

• Radiographic Techniques
• Patient Positioning
• ALARA Principles
• Collimation
• Shielding
• General Radiology Procedures
• Special Procedures
• Portable Exams
• Infection Control Procedures
• Radiation Safety Procedures

Soft Skills

• Direct Patient Care
• Communication
• Team Collaboration
• Problem Solving
• Attention to Detail

Certifications & Qualifications

• ARRT Certification
• BLS Certification

Industry Keywords

• Healthstream Compliance
• HIPAA Compliance
• Quality Improvement
• Patient Education
• Equipment Maintenance

Tools & Technologies

• Radiographic Equipment
• Contrast Media
• Radiation Film Badges