X-Ray Technologist

Montefiore Einstein; New York (NY); On-site; USD 56,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Montefiore Medical Center in Bronx, NY seeks a Radiologic Technologist with ARRT certification and NY DOH licensure with injection privileges. Under the Chief Technologist, you will perform imaging studies at a technical level with independence, support interventional procedures, and lead staff technologists as required.

You will handle patient prep, data entry into Epic, acquire scout and diagnostic images, ensure quality and safety, maintain imaging records, and uphold radiation safety

Qualifications

• Associate's Degree in Radiologic Technology or equivalent.
• Formal radiologic technology training and ARRT certification.
• Licensed by NY DOH to perform radiologic procedures with injections.

Responsibilities

• Prepare patients and rooms for imaging procedures.
• Acquire scout films and digital images with correct exposure.
• Assist interventional radiologist during procedures.
• Maintain imaging workflow in Epic and PACS systems.
• Train staff and maintain records of exams, fluoro time, and injections.

Skills

ARRT certification

Injection privileges

Epic system

PACS Vue

Education

Associate's Degree in Radiologic Technology

Tools

Epic

Vue/PACS

Philips Vue

Job description

City/State:Bronx, New YorkGrant Funded:NoDepartment:Bargaining Unit:1199Work Shift:DayWork Days:MON-FRIScheduled Hours:10:30 AM-7 PMScheduled Daily Hours:7.5 HOURSHourly Rate:$47.98For positions that have only a rate listed, the displayed rate is the hiring rate but could be subject to change based on shift differential, experience, education or other relevant factors.To learn more about the “Montefiore Difference” – who we are at Montefiore and all that we have to offer our associates, please click here .Under the direction of the Chief Technologist, performs necessary imaging studies 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. Provides leadership role for staff technologists. Assigns work to staff technologist and is generally responsible for traffic control in technical area.RESPONSIBILITIES:Patient and Room Preparation: This task includes a) entering patient data into Epic and other appropriate computer systems as necessary. b) Placing the patient on the procedure table in the correct position for the procedure to be performed. c) Obtain appropriate scout film for procedure. d) Appropriate positioning of monitors, foot switches, table controls and lighting for procedure to be performed.Obtain cut film and digital images: This task includes the proper setting of exposures factors and imaging equipment to obtain high quality images for diagnosis by the radiologist.Direct involvement during procedure: This task involves a) the assistance at the side of the interventional radiologist handling sterile equipment as needed. b) Constant attention to the progression of the procedure while in the control room, monitoring exposure factors, fluoro time, etc. c) Involved with operating injector when necessary.Maintain adherence to imaging workflow in Epic and Philips Vue (PACS). This includes tracking exams in Epic throughout all steps in the process. Also, verifying images in PACS to ensure the patient, exam type, labeling and orientation are correct.Photographing and processing of images: This task includes photographing and labeling digital images, processing and displaying final images on viewing machines for radiologist interpretation.Maintain all necessary records of films, fluoro time, injections, etc.Observe all rules and regulations regarding radiation safety for patients and staff.Assist in training other associates and students.Maintain orderliness and cleanliness of assigned area.Perform duties of a 5T and/or 4T technologist as needed.Perform other related assigned tasks.REQUIREMENTS:Associate's DegreeMinimum 2 years work experienceSatisfactory completion of a formal radiologic technology training in and meets the requirements for certification by the ARRT.ARRT certificationLicensed by State of NY DOH as Radiologic Technologist with InjectionKnowledge of Radiographic exposure equipment.Ability to understand oral and written instructions stated in radiologic and medical terms and to exchange information with patients and hospital staff.Spatial perception to visualize inner structures of the human body in relation to x-ray source and receptor in order to obtain radiographic and digital images of diagnostic value.Knowledge of principles and procedures of angiographic and interventional radiological examinations.Trained in the use of immobilizing techniques and devices for neonates, infants and children. Also, trained in management of elderly patients undergoing radiographic examinations.Communicates with patients in a manner which demonstrates understanding of the patient’s developmental/cognitive level.PREFERRED QUALITIES:Knowledge of PACS – Vue, Epic tracking equipmentMontefiore Medical Center is an equal employment opportunity employer. Montefiore Medical Center will recruit, hire, train, transfer, promote, layoff and discharge associates in all job classifications without regard to their race, color, religion, creed, national origin, alienage or citizenship status, age, gender, actual or presumed disability, history of disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic predisposition or carrier status, pregnancy, military status, marital status, or partnership status, or any other characteristic protected by law.