Radiologic Technologist - Rad-Diagnostic

University of Vermont Health - Champlain Valley Physicians Hospital; City of Plattsburgh (NY); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

UVM Health in New York seeks a Radiologic Technologist to perform diagnostic radiologic procedures across settings, following hospital policy and New York State guidelines. You will assist in all aspects of the Radiology Department operations and ensure ethical, professional patient care.

The role requires NYS licensure (including temporary), ARRT(R) registration, BLS certification, and strong interpersonal and communication skills to handle anxious patients and collaborate with physicians and

Qualifications

• Must be licensed by the New York State Department of Health (including temporary license).
• Must be registered by ARRT Radiographer (R).
• Requires effective communication with physicians and staff in any situation.
• Ability to think and act quickly to deliver quality care in stressful situations.
• BLS certification (or obtained within 3 months).
• As applicable, training/competency for age-appropriate patient care.

Responsibilities

• Performs diagnostic radiologic procedures in various settings as ordered by licensed providers.
• Must assist in all aspects of Radiology Department operations.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Ability to think quickly

Stress management

Education

Licensed by NYS Dept of Health (incl. temporary license)

ARRT Radiographer (R) registration

Job description

Per the Collective Bargaining Agreement, current bargaining unit employees have priority consideration for this position if they apply within seven (7) days of the posting date. After this period, all applicants will be considered equally.

Primary Shift: 1100-2330

Secondary Shifts: 1500-2330, 2300-0730

GENERAL SUMMARY:

Performs Diagnostic radiologic procedures in a variety of settings and locations on patients as ordered by licensed providers in an ethical and professional manner according to hospital and departmental policy and according to any applicable New York State guidelines. Must assist in all aspects of the Radiology Department operations.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Education/Skills Required:

• 1.Must be licensed by the New York State Department of Health (includes temporary license). Must be registered by ARRT Radiographer (R).
• 2.Requires sufficient sensitivity and interpersonal skills in dealing with apprehensive patients and families in a professional and compassionate manner.
• 3.Requires positive and effective communicating skills for interaction with physicians and staff in any situation.
• 4.Requires an ability to think and act quickly in order to deliver efficient quality care in a variety of stressful situations.
• 5.Must be BLS certified (or obtained within 3 months).
• As applicable, the individual has training/competency in attending to the special needs and/or behaviors appropriate to the age of the patients for which care is being provided.