Technician Radiologic

St. Joseph's Health; Paterson (NJ); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

St. Joseph's Health in Paterson, NJ, seeks a Radiologic Technologist to perform diagnostic imaging exams in inpatient and outpatient settings, adhering to established protocols for positioning, image quality, and radiation safety.

The role includes potential assignments to ED, OR, or Fluoroscopy, using various equipment and software to enter patient data, ensuring high-quality images and patient care. Commitment to professional excellence is essential.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Completion of an accredited Radiologic Technology program.
• ARRT certification is required.
• State licensure in Radiologic Technology in New Jersey is required.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification within 12 months of hire.
• Ability to explain clinical, technical, and diagnostic procedures to patients and families.

Responsibilities

• Perform diagnostic imaging exams in inpatient and/or outpatient settings according to protocols for positioning, image quality, radiation safety, and MRI safety.
• Assist in specialty areas such as the ED, OR, or Fluoroscopy as assigned.
• Utilize specialized equipment to produce diagnostic images and enter patient information into hospital databases.
• Contribute to department excellence through quality performance and interpersonal skills.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Education

Accredited Radiologic Technology program

Job description

Job Description

Responsible for performing diagnostic imaging exams in either an inpatient and/or outpatient setting in accordance with established protocols for positioning, image quality, radiation safety, and MRI safety. The inpatient setting may also include assignment to specialty areas requiring a radiologic technologist, such as the ED, OR, or Fluoroscopy. Utilizes a variety of specialized equipment to produce diagnostic images, as well as computers and various software programs to enter patient related information into hospital databases. Contributes to the overall excellence of the department through commitment to personal excellence in technical and interpersonal skills.

Job Description

Responsible for performing diagnostic imaging exams in either an inpatient and/or outpatient setting in accordance with established protocols for positioning, image quality, radiation safety, and MRI safety. The inpatient setting may also include assignment to specialty areas requiring a radiologic technologist, such as the ED, OR, or Fluoroscopy. Utilizes a variety of specialized equipment to produce diagnostic images, as well as computers and various software programs to enter patient related information into hospital databases. Contributes to the overall excellence of the department through commitment to personal excellence in technical and interpersonal skills.

Qualifications

Work requires a High School diploma or equivalent. Work required the level of knowledge normally acquired through completion of an accredited program in Radiologic Technology. ARRT is required (American Registry of Radiologic Technologists). State of New Jersey licensure in Radiologic Technology is required. Certification for Basic Life Support (BLS) granted through the American Heart Association is required within 12 months of hire. Requires the analytical ability to resolve problems that require the use of basic specific, mathematical, or technical principles and in depth experience based knowledge. Requires the ability to explain clinical, technical, and diagnostic procedures to patients and their families.