X-Ray Tech - *Sign-On Bonus up to $6,000*

Yale New Haven Health; New London (CT); On-site; USD 54,000 - 74,000; Full time

Job summary

Yale New Haven Health is seeking a Radiologic Technologist in New London, CT to perform radiologic procedures at a technical level and participate in on-call rotations. You will obtain and assess patient information, position patients for diagnostic radiographs, and maintain accurate documentation while upholding safety and radiation guidelines.

The role requires a high school diploma or GED, completion of an AMA-approved radiologic technology program, and current or pending ARRT registration

Qualifications

• Must have a high school diploma or GED and complete an AMA-approved radiologic technology program.
• Must meet ARRT registry requirements.
• Must hold or obtain Connecticut state radiologic technology license within six months of hire.

Responsibilities

• Must be mentally flexible when dealing with coworkers, students, radiologists and other healthcare workers.
• Obtains and assesses a patient’s pertinent clinical information.
• Consistently produces diagnostic quality radiographs by using proper technical factors and patient positioning.
• Facilitates efficient patient flow.
• Completes accurate and timely patient documentation (exam charging, patient insurance, day log maintenance).
• Shows empathy and compassion to patients at all times.
• Operates all equipment properly and safely within radiation guidelines.
• Performs venipuncture for contrast injections and can assess vital signs as needed.
• Maintains good communication among team members and other departments to maximize patient care.
• Meets performance expectations for customer service, teamwork, and self-development.
• Performs other duties as assigned to ensure smooth operation of the department.

Skills

Radiology procedures

Clinical information gathering

Patient communication

Radiographic positioning

On-call flexibility

Education

High School diploma or GED

Formal radiologic technology program

ARRT registration

Tools

Radiography equipment

Job description

Overview

To be part of our organization, every employee should understand and share in the YNHHS Vision, support our Mission, and live our Values. These values - integrity, patient-centered, respect, accountability, and compassion - must guide what we do, as individuals and professionals, every day.

To be part of our organization, every employee should understand and share in the YNHHS Vision, support our Mission, and live our Values. These values - integrity, patient-centered, respect, accountability, and compassion - must guide what we do, as individuals and professionals, every day.

Performs A Variety Of Radiologic Procedures At A Technical Level; Assumes Responsibility For Designated Areas Or Procedures As Required. Rotates On-Call As Needed. Frequent Contact With Acutely Ill Patients; Exposure To Surgical Procedures, Body Fluids, And Radiation.

EEO/AA/Disability/Veteran

Responsibilities

• Must Be Mentally Flexible When Dealing With Coworkers, Students, Radiologists And Other Healthcare Workers.
• Obtains And Assesses A Patient's Pertinent Clinical Information.
• Consistently Produces Diagnostic Quality Radiographs By Using Proper Technical Factors And Patient Positioning.
• Facilitates Efficient Patient Flow.
• Completes, In And Accurate And Timely Manner, All Patient Documentation. (I.E. Exam Charging, Patient Insurance, And Maintenance Of Day Log).
• Shows Empathy And Compassion To Patients At All Times.
• Operates All Equipment Properly And Efficiently, And Under Safe Radiation Guidelines.
• Performs Venopuncture For Contrast Injections, And Can Assess Vital Signs As Needed.
• maintains Good Communication Amongst Team Members And Other Departments To Maximize Excellent Patient Care.
• Meets Performance Expectations For Customer Service, Teamwork, Resource Utilization, And Staff And Self Development As Outlined In Performance Review.
• Performs Other Duties As Assigned Or Directed To Ensure Smooth Operation Of The Department/Unit.

Qualifications

EDUCATION

Must Be A High School Graduate Or Have A G.E.D; Satisfactorily Completed A Formal Radiologic Technology Program In An Ama Approved School And Meets Requirements For Registry By The Arrt.

Experience

Two (2) To Three (3) Months On The Job Experience Gained Through An Accredited Radiology Technology Program.

Licensure

Must Hold A Current Connecticut State License In Radiologic Technology Or Obtain Licensure As Soon As They Become Registered. Must Be Licensed And Registered Within Six Months Of Date Of Hire. BLS Required.

Special Skills

Must Be A.R.R.T. Registered (R), Or Registry Eligible.

YNHHS Requisition ID

187689