Radiologic Technologist - Future Graduates

Guthrie; City of Binghamton (NY); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare provider in Binghamton, NY is seeking a full-time Radiologic Technologist to operate x-ray equipment, supervise students, and ensure quality assurance. The ideal candidate will be a recent graduate of an accredited program with a New York State Radiologic Technologist License or Temporary Permit. The role requires efficient patient care and collaboration with healthcare professionals.

Qualifications

• Minimum of six months as a registered technologist in a Radiology Department preferred.
• Must obtain ARRT certification within 6 months of employment.
• Experience with patient care activities related to radiology.

Responsibilities

• Operate x-ray equipment to make radiographs.
• Supervise and instruct students in clinical areas.
• Perform quality assurance on images before submission.

Skills

Operate stationary and portable x-ray equipment

Patient care activities

Teamwork

Quality assurance on images

Knowledge of Radiology Information System

Education

ARRT accredited Radiologic Technology program

NYS Radiologic Technologist License

Job description

Radiologic Technologist – (P.L.) Full Time

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Description

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.
• Graduation from an ARRT non‑accredited program and must provide ARRT certification prior to employment.
• Graduation from an ARRT accredited program or non‑accredited program that is grandfathered and not required to obtain ARRT certification; in these cases ARRT certification is preferred.
• 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. Perform appropriate QA on images generated prior to submission to Radiologist, including accurate labeling of left or right side, patient name, medical record number, date and time, and technique. Proficient in patient care activities as related to radiology.
4. Relate to patient's information pertaining to ordered procedures.
5. Follow protocols in dealing with patients with infectious diseases.
6. Demonstrate competency in patient preparation including informed consent, and injection of IV contrast. Knowledgeable in the correct use of Radiology Information System (EPIC), scheduling tracking, completion, downtime procedures, and PACS. Works as part of a team to maintain high standards in Radiology.
7. Attend in‑service programs as scheduled.
8. Work cooperatively with other technologists, nurses, and healthcare professionals.
9. Keep morale high and work at finding a solution to a particular problem rather than complaining.
10. Seek help and answers to questions when unsure.
11. Perform examinations in a confident, timely fashion.
12. Provide for patient's modesty, comfort, and privacy.
13. Demonstrate willingness to accept non‑routine work assignments, as appropriate.

Other Duties

1. Cleaning and restocking rooms daily.
2. Perform other duties as assigned.
3. Deal with stressful situations (e.g., trauma).
4. Report problems occurring with equipment to supervisor or QA technologist.
5. Supervise, instruct and evaluate radiology students assigned to his/her area.
6. Transport portable equipment to operating room suite, emergency room, nursing units, and morgue.
7. Meet regularly at Radiology departmental meetings, with Radiology school officials to maintain current knowledge of school policies/procedures and student progress.
8. React quickly to emergency situations such as patient fainting, patient being unsteady while standing for procedures, or unsafe situations (e.g., fire), get the patient to safety, and sound alarm.
9. Work all shifts, including weekends, on a scheduled basis.
10. Lift, push, reach, bend, stoop, and walk to care for patients; perform a stand‑pivot transfer with a 105 pound patient.

Updated 8‑26‑24

Seniority level

Entry level

Employment type

Full‑time

Job function

• Health Care Provider
• Hospitals and Health Care

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