X- Ray Technologist

Health Plus Management; City of Newburgh (NY); Presencial; USD 45.460 - 64.747; A tiempo parcial

Descripción de la vacante

Somers Orthopaedic Surgery & Sports Medicine Group seeks an X-Ray Technologist to perform radiographic imaging to assist physicians in diagnosing disease and injuries. The candidate will work with standards to ensure high-quality patient care in a safe setting.

Requirements include an associate or bachelor’s in radiologic science and NY ARRT certification/licensure. Train to reduce radiation exposure and uphold patient comfort with efficient imaging workflows.

Formación

• Association/degree in radiologic science required or certification from an accredited program.
• Licensed and registered in New York (ARRT).
• Knowledge of radiographic examinations, equipment operation and radiation safety.

Responsabilidades

• Maintain safe, clean work environment by following procedures and regulations.
• Gains patient cooperation by reducing anxieties and explaining treatments.
• Minimize radiation exposure using protection techniques and proper shielding.
• Maintain radiograph quality by following standards and making necessary adjustments.
• Document patient care in records.

Conocimientos

Radiography basics

Radiation safety

Patient positioning

Educación

Associate's or Bachelor's in Applied Radiologic Science

ARRT NY license/registration

Descripción del empleo

Since 1988, Somers Orthopaedic Surgery & Sports Medicine Group has been providing expert diagnosis and treatment of musculoskeletal conditions and injuries. The practice has locations in Carmel, Newburgh, Mount Kisco, and Fishkill, New York, and another in Danbury, Connecticut. Danbury is also the home of its Orthopaedic & Specialty Surgery Center, a leading multi-specialty surgical facility.
Somers Orthopaedic Surgery & Sports Medicine Group physicians are board-certified, having completed extensive training at leading medical institutions across the United States. Team members specialize in all aspects of orthopaedic care, treating knee, hip, shoulder, elbow, wrist, hand, foot, and ankle pain. They also diagnose and treat a comprehensive range of cervical, thoracic, and lumbar spine conditions responsible for neck and back pain.
Somers Orthopedic Surgery & Sports Medicine is currently looking for X-Ray Technologists to perform radiographic diagnostic imaging procedures to assist physicians in the diagnosis of disease and injuries. The candidate will perform technological functions to ensure the optimal diagnostic quality of patient care utilizing efficient and safe processes.

• Excellent opportunity with room for growth***

Duties & Responsibilities

• Maintains safe and clean working environment by complying with procedures, rules, and regulations.
• Gains patient cooperation by reducing anxieties; providing explanations of treatment; answering questions.
• Minimizes radiation to patient and staff by practicing radiation protection techniques, using beam restrictive devices, patient shielding, and knowledge of exposure factors.
• Maintains production and quality of radiographs by following established standards and procedures; observing radiographic results; making necessary adjustments.
• Documents patient care services by charting in patient and department records.

Education & Training

• Associates degree or bachelor's degree in applied radiologic science or certification from an accredited radiologic technology program.
• Licensed and Registered in the state of New York Certified by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT)

Knowledge & Experience

• Knowledge of radiographic examinations, radiographic equipment operation and radiation safety.
• Knowledge of patient transfers and positioning techniques.

Salary

• Starting at $40/hr+

Schedule

1 day per week, Wednesdays, 8:00am-4:30pm