Sr. Radiology Technologist

Westchester Medical Center Health Network; Town of Mount Pleasant (NY); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Westchester Medical Center Health Network is seeking a Senior X-Ray Technologist in New York to operate radiographic equipment and produce diagnostic images. You will position patients, develop radiographs, and maintain equipment and records with limited supervision.

The role requires ARRT certification, NYS Radiologic Technologist license, and one year of hospital x-ray experience. Mammography credentials or training are preferred but not mandatory.

Qualifications

• One year of experience in a hospital X-ray department.
• Valid NYS DOH Radiologic Technologist license and current registration.
• ARRT certification and current ARRT registration.
• Mammography training or ARRT Mammography certificate preferred.

Responsibilities

• Operate X-ray equipment to obtain diagnostic radiographs.
• Position patients properly to ensure image quality.
• Develop radiographs and maintain radiographic files.
• Assist with quality control and work with limited supervision.

Skills

ARRT Certification

NYS Radiologic Technologist License

Mammography Cert/Training

Job description

This position is with the Civil Service Union (CSEA) and is NYS Pension eligible.

Summary

The Senior X-Ray Technologist is responsible for technical work involving the operation of x-ray equipment for the purpose of taking radiographs of various designated portions of the body to assist physicians in the detection of foreign bodies and the diagnosis of diseases and injuries. Work involves the proper positioning of patient, the development of the x-rays, the maintenance and adjustment of x-ray equipment, and the maintenance of radiographic files for a prescribed period. The senior level is distinguished from X-Ray Technician in that incumbents are expected to work with little supervision, and are frequently assigned to work at a time or place where supervision is not readily available. Partial supervision may be exercised over x-ray technicians, non-professional and clerical support staff in the way of quality control of work, and providing technical assistance. Does related work as required.

Education/Experience

One year of experience in a hospital x-ray department or a private radiological service performing all types of diagnostic work.

Licenses/Certifications

Possession of a valid license and current registration issued by the New York State Department of Health as a Radiologic Technologist in the field of Diagnostic Radiography.

Special Requirements

Must be certified by and maintain current registration with the American Registry of Radiologic Technicians (ARRT) in the field of Radiography.

Special Note

When assigned to mammography, must possess ONE of the following at time of appointment, either: (a) 40 hours of training in mammography; or (b) possession of an ARRT advanced Certificate in Mammography; or (c) successful completion of a three day Medical Technology Measurement Institute course in Mammography for Technologists.