Radiology Technologist: General Radiography & OR Imaging

Upstate; City of Syracuse (NY); On-site; USD 62,000 - 83,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental and vision insurance

401k funding after 1 year

Tuition reimbursement

Generous paid time off

Paid sick leave

Job summary

Upstate Medical University is seeking a Medical Radiology Technologist to join the Radiology Department. Responsibilities include preparing patients, operating imaging equipment, practicing radiation safety (ALARA), and ensuring high image quality. The role requires an Associate's degree and ARRT certification, with a competitive benefits package offered.

Qualifications

• Associates Degree in Medical Radiography.
• License and Registration (ARRT) required.
• Current BLS certification through the American Heart Association or the American Red Cross.

Responsibilities

• Under supervision, reads and interprets physician’s orders.
• Prepares patients for radiological procedures.
• Coordinates patient flow and reviews diagnostic image quality.

Skills

Operating a C-arm

Knowledge of sterile techniques

Patient positioning

Radiation safety practices (ALARA)

Education

Associates Degree in Medical Radiography

ARRT license

Current BLS certification

Job description

Job Summary

Offering an exciting opportunity to join our Radiology Department in an outpatient setting with responsibilities in General Radiography, Dexa and OR.

• Under supervision of administrator and staff accurately reads and interprets physicians orders.
• Prepares patients for radiological procedure by positioning patient, adjusting immobilization devices, moving equipment and adjusting equipment controls to set exposure factors.
• Practices ALARA by minimizing radiation to patient and staff by collimation, patient shielding and exposure factors.
• Operates a C-arm in the OR and has knowledge of sterile techniques.
• Coordinates patient flow, reviews images for diagnostic and technical quality. Demonstrates knowledge of a PACS, RIS and EMS operating systems.
• Checks equipment for proper functioning.
• Performs QA and calls for repairs/maintenance as per manufactures guideline. Follow policies and procedures of SUNY, NYS DOH and DNV.
• Cleans and re-stocks area.
• Assists fellow co-workers in the department.
  
  

Job Summary

Offering an exciting opportunity to join our Radiology Department in an outpatient setting with responsibilities in General Radiography, Dexa and OR.

• Under supervision of administrator and staff accurately reads and interprets physicians orders.
• Prepares patients for radiological procedure by positioning patient, adjusting immobilization devices, moving equipment and adjusting equipment controls to set exposure factors.
• Practices ALARA by minimizing radiation to patient and staff by collimation, patient shielding and exposure factors.
• Operates a C-arm in the OR and has knowledge of sterile techniques.
• Coordinates patient flow, reviews images for diagnostic and technical quality. Demonstrates knowledge of a PACS, RIS and EMS operating systems.
• Checks equipment for proper functioning.
• Performs QA and calls for repairs/maintenance as per manufactures guideline. Follow policies and procedures of SUNY, NYS DOH and DNV.
• Cleans and re-stocks area.
• Assists fellow co-workers in the department.
  
  

Performs other related duties as required. Minimum Qualifications:

Associates Degree in Medical Radiography. License and Registration (ARRT) required. May need additional certification, depending on specialty. Current BLS certification through the American Heart Association or the American Red Cross is required.

Preferred Qualifications

Preferred 2 years experience

Work Days

M-F 8:30 am - 5:00 pm, possible Saturdays & OT

Message To Applicants

Our benefits package includes health, dental and vision insurance, eligibility for employer 401k funding after 1 year (3% quarterly/5% annual on vesting schedule), tuition reimbursement, generous paid time off, including vacation and personal time, paid sick leave, holidays and floating holidays.

G6: $29.80 - $43.93

Please note the salary information shown is a general guideline only. Salaries are based upon candidate skills, experience, and qualifications, as well as internal equity, market and business considerations.

Recruitment Office: MedBest Medical Management