X-Ray Technician

Essen Health Care; New York (NY); On-site; USD 48,000 - 69,000; Full time

Job summary

Essen Health Care in New York seeks an X-ray Technician to perform radiographic imaging, verify orders, and explain procedures to patients while minimizing radiation exposure.

Candidates should have ARRT certification, a radiologic technology degree, and valid state licensure, with the ability to move and stand for extended periods during shifts.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or associate's degree in radiologic technology, radiology, or a related field.
• ARRT certification.
• Appropriate state licensure.
• Proven experience working as an X-ray technician.
• Ability to move or lift patients.
• Ability to stand for extended periods.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Verifying patients' identity and reviewing physicians’ orders before beginning x-ray procedures.
• Using x-ray equipment to take radiographic images of patients' bones, tissues, and organs as per physicians’ orders.
• Explaining x-ray procedures to patients and answering their questions.
• Positioning patients, including lifting and moving patients with limited mobility.
• Limiting patients' exposure to radiation by using lead shields when needed.
• Ensuring radiographs are of sound quality to prevent repeats.
• Cooperating with radiologist to determine if further tests are required.
• Ensuring x-ray equipment is serviced and in good working order.
• Notifying management of damaged or malfunctioning x-ray equipment.

Skills

ARRT certification

State licensure

X-ray experience

Mobility & lifting

Stand for long periods

Analytical thinking

Written & verbal communication

Education

Bachelor's or associate's degree in radiologic technology

Job description

Overview

Essen Health Care is the largest privately held, multispecialty medical group in New York, providing high-quality, compassionate care to some of the state’s most vulnerable and underserved residents.

Founded in 1999, we’ve grown from a single primary care office into a network of 50+ locations offering urgent care, primary care and specialty services, from women’s health to endocrinology and psychiatry. We also provide nursing home support, care management, and in-home care through our Essen House Calls program. Guided by a Population Health model, our team of 500+ providers deliver care in-person, at home, or via telehealth, ensuring patients get the support they need when and where they need it.

We’re looking for talented, motivated individuals to join our growing team. Whether you’re a medical provider, administrator, or operations professional, there’s a career here for you. Join us in making a real difference in the health of our community.

Job Summary

Position title: XRAY TECHNICIAN

Job Summary: X-ray technicians take x-rays of patients' internal anatomy to aid physicians in diagnosing illnesses, diseases, or injuries. They explain x-ray procedures to patients and ensure that patients are exposed to limited amounts of radiation.

Responsibilities

• Verifying patients' identity and reviewing physicians’ orders before beginning x-ray procedures.
• Using x-ray equipment to take radiographic images of patients' bones, tissues, and organs as per physicians’ written orders.
• Explaining x-ray procedures to patients and answering their questions.
• Positioning patients accordingly, which may include lifting and moving patients with limited mobility.
• Limiting patients' exposure to radiation by placing lead shields on patients where needed.
• Ensuring that the x-rays taken are of sound quality to prevent repeat procedures.
• Working closely with the resident Radiologist to determine whether further tests are required.
• Ensuring that the x-ray equipment is regularly serviced and in good working order.
• Promptly notifying management of damaged or malfunctioning x-ray equipment.
• Maintaining an accurate record of completed x-ray procedures.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or associate's degree in radiologic technology, radiology, or a related field.
• Certification through the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT).
• Appropriate state licensure.
• Proven experience working as an X-ray technician.
• Ability to move or lift patients.
• Ability to stand for extended periods.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.

$35.00-$50.00 an hour

Equal Opportunity Employer

Essen Health Care is proud to be an equal opportunity employer, and we seek candidates who desire to work in and serve an ethnically-diverse population.