Technician Special Procedures

Montefiore Hudson Valley Collaborative; New York (NY); On-site; USD 49,500 - 60,500; Full time

Job summary

Montefiore Hudson Valley Collaborative in Bronx, New York is seeking a Technician for Special Procedures on a full-time basis. This role involves preparing patients, operating imaging equipment, and assisting radiologists during procedures. Technicians will need a valid Radiologic Technologist license and ARRT certification.

Evening shifts with hours from 3 PM to 11:30 PM and alternate weekend work are expected. The position offers an hourly rate of $55.14 and requires knowledge in special procedure systems.

Qualifications

• Satisfactory completion of a formal radiologic technology training.
• Must meet the requirements for certification by the ARRT.
• Knowledge of Epic tracking equipment and other computer data base managers.

Responsibilities

• Prepare patients and rooms for procedures.
• Obtain cut film and digital images for radiologist's diagnosis.
• Assist interventional radiologist during procedures.

Skills

Knowledge of Special Procedure/Angiographic Systems

Radiographic exposure equipment and film processor

Epic tracking equipment

Education

High School Diploma/GED

ARRT certification

Valid Radiologic Technologist license with Injection in New York

Job description

## Technician Special ProceduresApplylocations: 111 East 210th Streettime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todayjob requisition id: JR230291**City/State:**Bronx, New York**Grant Funded:**No**Department:**RAD - Technical Moses**Bargaining Unit:**1199**Work Shift:**Evening**Work Days:**ALTERNATE WEEKENDS**Scheduled Hours:**3 PM-11:30 PM**Scheduled Daily Hours:**7.5 HOURS**Hourly Rate:**$55.14For positions that have only a rate listed, the displayed rate is the hiring rate but could be subject to change based on shift differential, experience, education or other relevant factors.To learn more about the “Montefiore Difference” – who we are at Montefiore and all that we have to offer our associates, please click here.Under the direction of radiologist, performs Special Procedure examinations at a technical level not requiring constant supervision of technical detail. Performs a variety of technical procedures that will require independent judgement, with ingenuity and initiative to apply prescribed ionizing radiation for imaging diagnosis and image guided treatment. Assumes responsibility for designated areas or procedures as required RESPONSIBILITIES:Patient and Room Preparation: This task includes a) entering patient data into Epic and other appropriate computer systems as necessary. b) Placing the patient on the procedure table in the correct position for the procedure to be performed. c) Obtain appropriate scout film for procedure. d) Appropriate positioning of monitors, foot switches, table controls and lighting for procedure to be performed. Obtain cut film and digital images: This task includes the proper setting of exposures factors and imaging equipment to obtain high quality images for diagnosis by the radiologist. Direct involvement during procedure: This task involves a) the assistance at the side of the interventional radiologist handling sterile equipment as needed. b) Constant attention to the progression of the procedure while in the control room, monitoring exposure factors, fluoro time, etc. c) Involved with operating injector when necessary. Photographing and processing of images: This task includes photographing and labeling digital images, processing and displaying final images on viewing machines for radiologist interpretation. Maintain all necessary records of films, fluoro time, injections, etc. Observe all rules and regulations regarding radiation safety for patients and staff. Train other associates and students in special procedures. Maintain orderliness and cleanliness of assigned area. Perform duties of a 4T technologist and other related tasks as needed. REQUIREMENTS:High School Diploma/GED Satisfactory completion of a formal radiologic technology training in and meets the requirements for certification by the ARRTARRT certification Valid Radiologic Technologist license with Injection in the State of New YorkKnowledge of Special Procedure/Angiographic Systems Knowledge of Radiographic exposure equipment and film processor Knowledge of Epic tracking equipment and other computer data base managersMontefiore Medical Center is an equal employment opportunity employer. Montefiore Medical Center will recruit, hire, train, transfer, promote, layoff and discharge associates in all job classifications without regard to their race, color, religion, creed, national origin, alienage or citizenship status, age, gender, actual or presumed disability, history of disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic predisposition or carrier status, pregnancy, military status, marital status, or partnership status, or any other characteristic protected by law.