X-Ray Technologist - East 23rd

VillageMD; New York (NY); On-site; Full time

Job summary

Join a compassionate team dedicated to reshaping healthcare. As an X-ray Technologist, you will produce high-quality radiographs while ensuring compliance with health regulations. Your role will involve assisting patients, documenting procedures, and maintaining a clean and safe environment. This position offers a competitive pay range and a sign-on bonus, reflecting the value placed on your skills and experience. Embrace the opportunity to make a meaningful impact in patient care within a supportive and innovative healthcare network.

Benefits

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401k Savings Plan

Sign-on Bonus

Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited X-ray Technologist program is essential.
• Strong communication and organizational skills are required.

Responsibilities

• Produce high quality radiographs following protocols and regulatory compliance.
• Document X-ray studies and facilitate communication between staff.

Skills

Communication Skills

Attention to Detail

Problem Solving

Organizational Skills

Bilingual Language Skills

Education

Graduation from an accredited X-ray Technologist program

Tools

EMR Software

X-ray Equipment

Job description

About Our Company

We’re a physician-led, patient-centric network committed to simplifying health care and bringing a more connected kind of care.

Our primary, multispecialty, and urgent care providers serve millions of patients in traditional practices, patients' homes and virtually through VillageMD and our operating companies Village Medical, Village Medical at Home, Summit Health, CityMD, and Starling Physicians.

When you join our team, you become part of a compassionate community of people who work hard every day to make health care better for all. We are innovating value-based care and leveraging integrated applications, population insights and staffing expertise to ensure all patients have access to high-quality, connected care services that provide better outcomes at a reduced total cost of care.

Please Note: We will only contact candidates regarding your applications from one of the following domains: @summithealth.com, @citymd.net, @villagemd.com, @villagemedical.com, @westmedgroup.com, @starlingphysicians.com, or @bmctotalcare.com.

Job Description

The X-ray Technologist is responsible for producing high quality radiographs following CityMD X-ray protocols, procedures, and Department of Health regulatory compliance in an efficient and accurate manner.

Essential Functions/Responsibilities:

Performing the more common X-ray studies in a reasonable amount of time as suggested below:

1. Chest X-ray: 3 minutes
2. Extremity X-ray: 3-5 minutes per order
3. Spinal X-ray: 4-6 minutes
4. Abdomen X-ray: 4-6 minutes

Properly documenting X-ray studies performed and facilitating the communication between the Provider and Radiologist by using all internal X-ray and care coordination software.

Keeping an accurate record of QC logbooks including pregnancy consent form, daily check off list, patient logbook, repeat/rejects so as to be fully compliant with the Department of Health.

Troubleshooting equipment and software malfunctions and informing Site Manager and X-Ray Manager when service needs to be contacted.

Assisting with patient flow and utilizing the flag system to maintain good communication between all clinical staff members.

Performing vital signs and documenting results in the EMR.

Assisting with CLIA waived tests, EKGs, splints, sling placement, and proper use of crutches.

Helping maintain the cleanliness of the site, including waiting room, exam rooms, labs, common work areas, X-ray suite, and break room.

Enhancing the culture of healthcare by providing exceptional patient care, safety, and best practice.

Qualifications:

• Graduation from an accredited X-ray Technologist program.
• Preferably 4-6 months previous experience in the field.
• Strong communication skills, in order to provide clear instructions to patients on the process of procedures performed.
• The ability to:
• perform basic X-rays of the chest, hand, wrist, forearm, elbow, knee, foot or ankle.
• position patients for X-ray, adjust restriction devices and equipment to set exposure factors.
• determine patient's X-ray needs by accurately interpreting special instructions from the provider.
• use beam-restrictive devices and patient-shielding techniques to minimize radiation exposure to patient and staff (ALARA principle).
• Flexibility with full-time work schedule including weekends.
• Strong aptitude for detail, organizational skills, problem solving capabilities, communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work independently, or with a team of healthcare professionals.
• Have functional and practical knowledge of various computer systems.
• Happy, positive, creative thinker, committed to building and maintaining healthy working relationships.
• Bilingual language skills required or preferred based on-site location.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required at time of hire.

Physical Requirements:
The job may require lifting light to moderate amounts of weight (e.g., boxes of medical or facility supplies). Heavy computer use required.

Pay Range:
$36 - $45/hr. $5,000 sign on bonus included!
The provided compensation range is based on industry standards and salary determinations will be made based on numerous factors including but not limited to years of experience and location of position.

About Our Commitment

Total Rewards at VillageMD

Our team members are essential to our mission to reshape healthcare through the power of connection. VillageMD highly values the critical role that health and wellness play in the lives of our team members and their families. Participation in VillageMD’s benefit platform includes Medical, Dental, Life, Disability, Vision, FSA coverages and a 401k savings plan.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Our Company provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to, and does not discriminate on the basis of, race, color, religion, creed, gender/sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression (including transgender status), national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, pregnancy, military status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, and local laws.

Safety Disclaimer

Our Company cares about the safety of our employees and applicants. Our Company does not use chat rooms for job searches or communications. Our Company will never request personal information via informal chat platforms or unsecure email. Our Company will never ask for money or an exchange of money, banking or other personal information prior to the in-person interview. Be aware of potential scams while job seeking. Interviews are conducted at select Our Company locations during regular business hours only. For information on job scams, visit https://www.consumer.ftc.gov/JobScams or file a complaint at https://www.ftccomplaintassistant.gov/.