Radiologic Technologist - Full Time - Diagnostic Radiology

Guthrie; New York (NY); On-site; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Radiologic Technologist to join their dynamic team. This full-time role involves operating advanced x-ray equipment, ensuring patient comfort, and supervising students in clinical settings. The successful candidate will play a crucial role in delivering high-quality radiological services while adhering to strict safety protocols. Join a team dedicated to excellence in healthcare, where your skills will make a significant impact on patient care and education. If you are passionate about radiology and eager to contribute to a collaborative environment, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Signing Bonus up to $50,000

Health Insurance

Retirement Plan

Paid Time Off

Continuing Education Opportunities

Qualifications

• Graduation from an ARRT accredited program required.
• NYS Radiologic Technologist License or Temporary Permit needed.

Responsibilities

• Operate x-ray equipment and supervise students.
• Ensure patient comfort and safety during procedures.
• Perform quality assurance on radiographic images.

Skills

Patient Care

Radiographic Equipment Operation

Quality Assurance

Infection Control Protocols

Radiology Information System (EPIC)

Team Collaboration

Education

ARRT Accredited Radiologic Technology Program

NYS Radiologic Technologist License

Tools

Radiology Information System (EPIC)

Job description

Radiologic Technologist - Full Time - Diagnostic Radiology

This position offers up to $50,000 in signing bonus for external candidates!

Position Summary:

Operate stationary and portable x‐ray equipment to make radiographs of designated regions of the body. Supervise and instruct students in the clinical areas.

Education, License & Certification:

Graduation of an ARRT accredited Radiologic Technology program and must obtain ARRT certification within 6 months of employment. OR a graduate from an ARRT non-accredited program and must provide ARRT certification prior to employment. NYS Radiologic Technologist License or NYS Radiologic Technologist Temporary Permit required for positions in New York State.

Experience:

Minimum of six months preferred as a registered technologist in a Radiology Department of a general acute‐care hospital.

Essential Functions:

1. Adjust radiographic equipment to correct settings for each examination.
2. Accurate positioning of patients to fully utilize photometer.
3. Performs appropriate QA on images generated prior to submission to Radiologist. This includes accurate labeling of left or right side, patient name, medical record number, date and time, as well as technique.
4. Proficient in patient care activities as related to radiology.
5. Ability to relate to patient's information pertaining to ordered procedures.
6. Follow protocols in dealing with patients with infectious diseases.
7. Demonstrate competency in patient preparation including informed consent, and injection of IV contrast.
8. Knowledgeable in the correct use of Radiology Information System (EPIC), scheduling tracking, completion, downtime procedures, and PACS.
9. Works as part of a team to maintain high standards in Radiology.
10. Attends inservice programs as scheduled.
11. Ability to work cooperatively with other technologists, nurses, and healthcare professionals.
12. Works to keep morale high, does not complain to him/herself but works at finding a solution to a particular problem.
13. Seeks help and answers to questions when they are not sure.
14. Performs examinations in a confident, timely fashion.
15. Provides for patient's modesty, comfort, and privacy.
16. Demonstrates willingness to accept non‐routine work assignments, as appropriate.

Other Duties:

1. Cleaning and restocking rooms daily.
2. Performs other duties as assigned.
3. Ability to deal with stressful situations (e.g. trauma).
4. Reports problems occurring with equipment to supervisor or QA technologist.
5. Supervises, instructs and evaluates radiology students assigned to his/her area.
6. Must be able to transport portable equipment to operating room suite, emergency room, nursing units, and morgue.
7. Meets regularly at Radiology departmental meetings, with Radiology school officials to maintain current knowledge of school policies/procedures and student progress.
8. Must have ability to react quickly to emergency situations such as patient fainting, patient being unsteady while standing for procedures, if unsafe situation occurs (such as fire), getting the patient to safety and sounding alarm.
9. Must be able to work all shifts, including weekends, on a scheduled basis.
10. Must be able to lift, push, reach, bend, stoop, and walk in order to care for patients. Must be able to perform a stand‐pivot transfer with a 105 pound patient.

Salary min $25.10 Max $39.77

About Us:

Joining the Guthrie team allows you to become a part of a tradition of excellence in health care. In all areas and at all levels of Guthrie, you’ll find staff members who have committed themselves to serving the community. The Guthrie Clinic is an Equal Opportunity Employer that welcomes and encourages diversity in the workplace.

The Guthrie Clinic is a non-profit, integrated, practicing physician-led organization in the Twin Tiers of New York and Pennsylvania. Our multi-specialty group practice of more than 500 physicians and 302 advanced practice providers offers 47 specialties through a regional office network providing primary and specialty care in 22 communities. Guthrie Medical Education Programs include General Surgery, Internal Medicine, Emergency Medicine, Family Medicine, Anesthesiology and Orthopedic Surgery Residency, as well as Cardiovascular, Gastroenterology and Pulmonary Critical Care Fellowship programs. Guthrie is also a clinical campus for the Geisinger Commonwealth School of Medicine.

Seniority Level

Entry level

Employment Type

Full-time

Job Function

Health Care Provider

Industries

Hospitals and Health Care