Department/Unit: EmUrgent Care - Rotterdam
Work Shift: Per Diem (United States of America)
Salary Range: $64,972.00 - $97,458.00
Position Summary
The X‑Ray Technologist performs technical procedures and assists in the clinical evaluation and care of patients in a fast‑paced, Level 1 Trauma Facility. The X‑Ray Technologist produces diagnostic images and provides a safe, positive experience for the patient. The X‑Ray Technologist practices and enforces the radiation safety measures in the New York State Department of Health Code Part 16.
Core Responsibilities
- Maintain competent imaging skills.
- Practice in compliance with AMC and department policies as well as New York State Department of Health and American Registry of Radiologic Technologists standards.
- Assist physicians in all aspects of procedures in their assigned area.
- Provide a safe, positive experience for the patient.
- Act as a mentor and preceptor to new staff and students.
- Actively support AMC and the imaging department in maintaining proper accreditations.
- Accurately enter patient data into the computer system(s).
- Perform QA on images to ensure they are of diagnostic quality as well as containing accurate patient information prior to sending to PACS.
- Demonstrate knowledge and skills necessary to provide patient care appropriate to the age and special characteristics of the patients.
- Perform on‑call duties, if applicable.
- Strive to grow and develop, creating a professional, progressive department with a positive atmosphere.
- Work effectively and efficiently in a fast‑paced environment.
- Practice sterile technique, when applicable.
Qualifications
- Diploma in Radiologic Technology from an accredited program – required.
- Associate's Degree in Applied Science – required.
- No prior experience needed.
- Licensed Radiologic Technologist.
- New York State Registration in Diagnostic Radiography or possess a limited permit to practice in the State of New York.
- Qualified ARRT – American Registry of Radiologic Technologists upon hire – required.
- Heartsaver First Aid CPR AED Professional Rescuer certification upon hire – required.
- Equivalent combination of relevant education and experience may be substituted as appropriate.
Professional Skills
- Effectively and professionally communicate with patients and their family members, co‑workers, and visitors to AMC.
- Effectively and professionally communicate with the multidisciplinary team of the patient.
- Seek guidance and knowledge of co‑workers to achieve consensus.
- Read and understand documents such as policies, procedures, and safety manuals.
- Document patient care on appropriate AMC forms.
- Problem‑solve, perform exams, and interpret data efficiently and effectively.
- Perform basic arithmetic and calculate rates, ratios, and percent.
- Maintain honesty, punctuality, and high ethical standards as defined by AMC.
- Maintain accuracy in data entry, exam documentation, and use good judgment.
- Accept direction, carry out orders, work cooperatively, and avoid unnecessary conflict.
- Adhere to AMC policies, procedures, and practices.
- Resolve grievances and/or disagreements using AMC policies.
- Anticipate and resolve potential problems to ensure continuity of appropriate patient care.
- Identify problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.
- Improve job performance through continuing education.
Physical Demands
- Standing – constantly walking.
- Constantly sitting.
- Rarely lifting.
- Frequently carrying.
- Frequently pushing.Occasionally pulling.
- Occasionally climbing.
- Occasionally balancing.
- Occasionally stooping.
- Frequently kneeling.
- Frequently crouching.
- Frequently crawling.
- Occasionally reaching.
- Frequently handling.
- Frequently grasping.
- Frequently feeling.
- Constantly talking and hearing.
- Constantly repetitive motions.
- Constantly eye/hand/foot coordination.
Equal Opportunity Statement
Albany Medical Center is an equal opportunity employer.
This role may require access to information considered sensitive to Albany Medical Center, its patients, affiliates, and partners, including but not limited to HIPAA Protected Health Information and other information regulated by Federal and New York State statutes. Workforce members are expected to ensure that: Access is based on a “need to know” and is the minimum necessary to properly perform assigned duties. Use or disclosure shall not exceed the minimum amount of information needed to accomplish an intended purpose. Reasonable efforts, consistent with Albany Medical Center policies and standards, shall be made to ensure that information is adequately protected from unauthorized access and modification.