Technician X-Ray (JR230332)

ViziRecruiter,LLC.; New York (NY); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

ViziRecruiter,LLC. is seeking a Radiologic Technologist for a role that involves performing radiographic examinations under the supervision of the chief technologist. The candidate will manage patient data entry, ensure proper preparation and cleanliness of rooms, and obtain high-quality images for diagnosis.

Applicants must be licensed as a Registered Radiologic Technologist in New York state, possess ARRT certification, and have a high school diploma or GED. Preferable qualifications include an Associate's degree. This position ensures comprehensive patient care while adhering to safety standards.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Must hold a valid Registered Radiologic Technologist license in New York State.
• ARRT certification is mandatory.
• OHS fit test and annual assessment must be completed.

Responsibilities

• Prepare patients and procedure rooms for examinations.
• Obtain high-quality radiographic images.
• Correctly label all radiographic images.
• Maintain records of films and documentation.
• Follow radiation safety procedures.
• Assist in the administration of contrast material.
• Train and instruct students or other staff.
• Keep the assigned area clean and organized.

Skills

Patient data entry

Radiographic image acquisition

Labeling accuracy

Documentation of records

Radiation safety compliance

Contrast material preparation

Training others

Maintaining cleanliness

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Registered Radiologic Technologist in NYS

ARRT Certification

OHS Fit Test and Annual Assessment

Job description

To heal, to teach, to discover and to advance the health of the communities we serve.

Overview

Under the direction of the chief technologist or his/her designee, performs radiographic examinations during pain management interventional procedures at a technical level not requiring constant supervision of technical detail. Performs a variety of technical procedures that will require independent judgment, with ingenuity and initiative to apply prescribed ionizing radiation for imaging diagnosis.

Assumes responsibility for designated areas or procedures as required.

Responsibilities

• Patient and Room Preparation: This task includes a) entering patient data into computer systems as necessary. b) Printing c) Ensure assigned room is properly equipped with linen, d) Move patient into procedure room either on stretcher, wheelchair or ambulating, e) Assist in transfers of patient to x-ray table if necessary.
  * Error free data entry in computer systems. Room turnaround time of 5 minutes after completion of previous case (this may also depend on other support services i.e. housekeeping). Ability to work in parallel so that nursing, medical, and technological staff are efficient.
• Obtain radiographic images: This task includes the proper setting of exposure factors and proper positioning of the patient including immobilizing devices if necessary to obtain high quality images for physician.
  * Patient position are under the control of the technologist with direction from physician performing procedure and established protocols.
• Correct labeling of all radiographic images: This task includes the proper use of the patient identification labels and side markers for identification of each print.
  * Error free labeling of all images with patient identification label and side markers.
• Maintain all necessary records of films, fluoro time, etc.
  * Error free documentation of necessary records.
• Observe all rules and regulations regarding patient identification and radiation safety for patients and staff.
  * Error free observance of radiation safety procedures.
  Zero tolerance for misidentification and/or misadministration.
• Assist physician if required in the administration of contrast material: these tasks include the preparation of contrast material in syringes and other equipment necessary for injection.
  * Error free preparation of contrast material.
• Train students.
  * Knowledgeable information while training other associates and students.
• Maintain orderliness and cleanliness of assigned area.
  * Clean and orderly work area.
• Perform other related assigned tasks.

Requirements

• High School Diploma/GED
• Registered Radiologic Technologist in NYS
• ARRT Certification
• OHS Fit Test and Annual Assessment

Preferred:

• Associate's Degree