Radiology Technologist PRN

STG International, Inc.; City of Watertown (NY); On-site; USD 33,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

STG International, Inc. is seeking a Radiology Technologist to provide outpatient imaging services in Watertown, New York. The candidate must be certified by the ARRT and proficient in CPR/BLS. Responsibilities include performing radiographic procedures, monitoring patient conditions, ensuring quality control of images, and complying with safety standards. The role demands detail-oriented individuals, strong communication skills, and the ability to work efficiently in a clinical environment. A competitive pay rate starts at $36.03/hr, offering the opportunity to contribute to important healthcare services.

Qualifications

• Current certification by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) as a 'Registered' Diagnostic Radiology Technician.
• Exceptional diplomatic communication skills to handle difficult customer situations.

Responsibilities

• Perform various radiographic procedures using proper exposure techniques.
• Monitor the examination process and patient condition during procedures.
• Ensure compliance with infection control standards and facility privacy policies.
• Assist with patient registration and clerical duties when needed.

Skills

Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)

Basic Life Support (BLS)

Fluency in English

Diplomatic communication skills

Detail-oriented

Multi-tasking ability

Education

Graduate of an accredited Radiology education program

High School diploma or GED

12+ months full-time Diagnostic Radiology Technologist experience

Job description

STGi is currently seeking a Radiology Technologist to provide services at our Community Based Outpatient Clinic.

Job Summary

Performs exams, anticipates imaging and equipment needs before and during the procedure, follows the progress of the procedure and facilitates an efficient flow in an Outpatient setting using Digital Radiography (DR) equipment.

Essential Functions

• Performs examinations of head, trunk and extremities for routine physical examinations.
• Performs radiographic procedures using proper exposure techniques, including manual and photo‑timed exposures. These exams are performed using exposure tables, collimators, filters, grids, and other technical aids to produce radiographs of diagnostic quality with the minimum of retakes. Makes adjustments as needed.
• Performs procedures using digital diagnostic units that provide fully integrated digital systems for routine skeletal diagnostics.
• Monitors the examination by checking the computation, performance, and results of the selected parameters to obtain the best diagnostic computer‑generated data and images. Monitors the patient’s physical condition and physiological changes during the procedure and keeps the radiologist informed.
• Reviews requests for appropriateness before performing exams. Uses appropriateness criteria, the clinical history provided on the request, interviews the patient, reviews the patient chart, or contacts the ordering clinician as needed for clarification. Presents discrepant or deficient indications to the supervisory technologist or radiologist as appropriate.
• Positions patient according to type of study, taking into account patient’s physical characteristics, comfort, and ability, and employs proper precautions to assure patient safety and comfort.
• Reviews labs and medical history for indications of the patient’s ability to tolerate the exam and possible side effects.
• Keeps doors to the x‑ray rooms closed during exposure.
• Properly marks radiographs/images with right or left markers, indicating supine, erect or decubitus view. Status tracking of patients must be done for each exam and completed in the computer before advancing to the next exam.
• Supports CPT coding compliance; utilizes appropriate CPT codes for the exams performed. Ensures images are transmitted successfully.
• Ensures all radiographs/images are of acceptable diagnostic quality, registering each image so that it stands on its own. All images must be centered properly and coned to the part examined.
• Complies with facility privacy policies and will not discuss findings or show images to patients or their families. Patients will be referred to their requesting physician for results and treatment planning.
• Ensures modesty and comfort is observed for each patient. Performs radiographic examinations, keeping the patient safe all times, in a timely and courteous manner.
• Ensures compliance with infection control standards and practices.
• Keeps the rooms neat, clean, and stocked with supplies. Maintains adequate inventory of supplies, ensuring that outdated, damaged or otherwise unusable items are discarded.
• Prepares rooms for daily operation, brings system up, checks all self‑calibrating parameters. Cleans and prepares equipment surfaces according to established infection control guidelines. Performs routine archiving status checks and deletes data according to established guidelines. Informs supervisor and Engineering about problems with equipment.
• Assists manufacturer representative and biomedical engineers in calibrating and troubleshooting malfunctions in all equipment.
• Registers patients and answers telephones when clerks are not available. Performs reception duties by greeting patients, visitors and employees in person and by telephone, and gathers and relays information. Enters the correct information to register patients upon arrival for diagnostic radiographic procedures. Determines the need of the patients for escorts.
• Other duties as assigned.

Required Experience and Skills

• Retains current Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)/Basic Life Support (BLS) from American Heart Association (AHA) or Military Training Network (MTN).
• Has the ability to speak, understand, read and write English fluently.
• Possesses current certification by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) as a “Registered” Diagnostic Radiology Technician (designated as RT (R)).
• Has exceptional diplomatic communication skills and experience in handling difficult customer situations.
• Is detail‑oriented and has the ability to multi‑task.

Required Education

• Graduate of an accredited Radiology education program.
• Prefer 12+ months of full‑time Diagnostic Radiology Technologist experience in the last 2 years.
• High School diploma or GED.

Working Conditions / Physical Requirements

• Moderate physical activity. Requires handling of average‑weight objects up to 25 pounds or standing and/or walking for more than four (4) hours per day.
• Work is normally performed in a typical interior/office work environment.
• Required to respond to any medical emergency within the clinic, where a fast walk or job may be necessary to provide assistance.

Pay rate: Starting at $36.03/hr

STGi is a workforce solutions company providing comprehensive healthcare delivery, Head Start and management consulting services and human capital solutions to help our clients sustain and enhance their operations to better accomplish their mission.

STGi is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class.

Disclaimer

The preceding job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.