X-Ray Technician I-Pediatrics

Socket.dev; New York (NY); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Mount Sinai Health System is seeking a Diagnostic Specialist I to perform radiologic procedures, assist in coordinating patient flow in the x-ray area, and ensure supplies and equipment are maintained. The role uses PACS to process films, registers studies, and enters data to enable billing after completion of studies.

The position requires AMA-approved radiography training, NYS Radiologic Technologist (ARRT) credentials, and preferred 1 year of radiographic experience.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an AMA approved radiography program.
• 1 year minimum of experience taking radiographs is preferred.
• NYS Radiologic Technologist (ARRT).

Responsibilities

• Performs diagnostic radiologic services by operating imaging equipment, positioning patients, calculating exposure factors, and assisting physicians with imaging procedures.
• Maintains x-ray imaging and coping as requested and assists in the coordination of patient flow into and out of the x-ray area.
• Performs clerical duties related to administrative activities of clinical x-ray area and ensures daily equipment maintenance records are kept.
• Assists in scheduling vacation time and coverage to keep clinical activity smooth, pursues continuing education opportunities, and adheres to quality assurance and federal/state regulations.

Job description

The Diagnostic Specialist I performs radiologic procedures, assists in the coordinator of patient flow into and out of x-ray area, ensures supplies are available, responsible for daily maintenance of equipment and organization of x-ray films. Utilizes PACS system to process films, responsible for registering x-ray studies and patients in PACS and entering the system at completion of the study so billing can be performed

Responsibilities

• Performs diagnostic radiologic services by operating imaging equipment, operating other equipment/devices as appropriate, positioning patients, immobilizing patients as necessary, calculating exposure factors, practicing radiation protection, evaluating radiographs for technical quality, assuming care for physical and psychological needs of patients during examinations and procedures, assisting physicians with imaging procedures.
• Maintains patients x-ray imaging and coping as requested.
• Performs clerical duties related to administrative activities of clinical x-ray area.
• Assumes full responsibility for assigned area.
• Assumes responsibility for x-ray portion of quality assurance and complies with all federal and state regulations and maintains daily equipment maintenance records.
• May assist in the scheduling of vacation time and appropriate coverage of area so clinical activity is not compromised.
• Pursues on-going continuing education opportunities.
• Other relevant duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an AMA approved radiography program.
• 1 year minimum of experience taking radiographs is preferred.
• NYS Radiologic Technologist (ARRT).

Strength through Unity and Inclusion

The Mount Sinai Health System is committed to fostering an environment where everyone can contribute to excellence. We share a common dedication to delivering outstanding patient care. When you join us, you become part of Mount Sinai’s unparalleled legacy of achievement, education, and innovation as we work together to transform healthcare. We encourage all team members to actively participate in creating a culture that ensures fair access to opportunities, promotes inclusive practices, and supports the success of every individual.

At Mount Sinai, our leaders are committed to fostering a workplace where all employees feel valued, respected, and empowered to grow. We strive to create an environment where collaboration, fairness, and continuous learning drive positive change, improving the well-being of our staff, patients, and organization. Our leaders are expected to challenge outdated practices, promote a culture of respect, and work toward meaningful improvements that enhance patient care and workplace experiences. We are dedicated to building a supportive and welcoming environment where everyone has the opportunity to thrive and advance professionally. Explore this opportunity and be part of the next chapter in our history.

About the Mount Sinai Health System:

Mount Sinai Health System is one of the largest academic medical systems in the New York metro area, with more than 48,000 employees working across eight hospitals, more than 400 outpatient practices, more than 300 labs, a school of nursing, and a leading school of medicine and graduate education. Mount Sinai advances health for all people, everywhere, by taking on the most complex health care challenges of our time — discovering and applying new scientific learning and knowledge; developing safer, more effective treatments; educating the next generation of medical leaders and innovators; and supporting local communities by delivering high-quality care to all who need it. Through the integration of its hospitals, labs, and schools, Mount Sinai offers comprehensive health care solutions from birth through geriatrics, leveraging innovative approaches such as artificial intelligence and informatics while keeping patients’ medical and emotional needs at the center of all treatment. The Health System includes more than 9,000 primary and specialty care physicians; 13 joint-venture outpatient surgery centers throughout the five boroughs of New York City, Westchester, Long Island, and Florida; and more than 30 affiliated community health centers. We are consistently ranked by U.S. News & World Report's Best Hospitals, receiving high "Honor Roll" status, and are highly ranked: No. 1 in Geriatrics, top 5 in Cardiology/Heart Surgery, and top 20 in Diabetes/Endocrinology, Gastroenterology/GI Surgery, Neurology/Neurosurgery, Orthopedics, Pulmonology/Lung Surgery, Rehabilitation, and Urology. New York Eye and Ear Infirmary of Mount Sinai is ranked No. 12 in Ophthalmology. U.S. News & World Report’s “Best Children’s Hospitals” ranks Mount Sinai Kravis Children’s Hospital among the country’s best in several pediatric specialties. The Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai is ranked No. 11 nationwide in National Institutes of Health funding and in the 99th percentile in research dollars per investigator according to the Association of American Medical Colleges. Newsweek’s “The World’s Best Smart Hospitals” ranks The Mount Sinai Hospital as No. 1 in New York and in the top five globally, and Mount Sinai Morningside in the top 20 globally.

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The Mount Sinai Health System is an equal opportunity employer, complying with all applicable federal civil rights laws. We do not discriminate, exclude, or treat individuals differently based on race, color, national origin, age, religion, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We are deeply committed to fostering an environment where all faculty, staff, students, trainees, patients, visitors, and the communities we serve feel respected and supported. Our goal is to create a healthcare and learning institution that actively works to remove barriers, address challenges, and promote fairness in all aspects of our organization.