X-Ray Technologist - Per Diem

Hackensack Meridian Health; Perth Amboy (NJ); On-site; USD 43,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

Paid leave

Tuition reimbursement

Retirement benefits

Job summary

Hackensack Meridian Health is seeking an X-Ray Technologist to perform diagnostic radiographic examinations, position patients, and apply shielding to ensure patient safety. You will operate radiographic equipment, select appropriate technical factors, and adhere to ALARA principles while performing portable exams in multiple clinical settings.

The role requires ARRT certification and NJ radiology licensure, with strong communication and computer skills for EPIC, PACS, and Teletracking.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED. Open to GED equivalent programs.
• Completion of an AMA approved school of Radiologic Technology.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficient computer skills with Microsoft Office and/or Google Suite.

Responsibilities

• Produces diagnostic radiographic examinations by positioning patients and selecting proper technical factors.
• Gathers information from medical records and care teams to prepare scanning protocols and ensure patient safety.
• Adheres to ALARA principles and uses proper collimation and shielding.
• Performs portable x-ray examinations in patient rooms, ORs, and ERs.
• Identifies patient images accurately and marks laterality.
• Generates and reconstructs images using available methods.
• Maintains organized x-ray room and manages supplies.
• Prepares radiopaque contrast media and assists with administration when needed.
• Performs scheduling, patient instruction, and administrative duties.
• Assists patients with mobility and safety during imaging and supports department needs.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Proficient computer skills

Education

High School diploma or GED

AMA approved school of Radiologic Technology

Tools

EPIC

PACS

Teletracking System

Microsoft Office/Google Suite

Job description

Our team members are the heart of what makes us better. At Hackensack Meridian Health we help our patients live better, healthier lives — and we help one another to succeed. With a culture rooted in connection and collaboration, our employees are team members. Here, competitive benefits are just the beginning. It’s also about how we support one another and how we show up for our community. Together, we keep getting better - advancing our mission to transform healthcare and serve as a leader of positive change.

The X-ray Technologist is responsible for obtaining diagnostic radiographic examinations.

A day in the life of an X-Ray Technologist at Hackensack Meridian Health includes

• Produces diagnostic radiographic examinations by positioning patients, providing immobilization devices, shielding, selecting proper technical factors based on individual patient needs. Select and operate equipment as required for specific procedures.
• Uses consistent and appropriate techniques to gather relevant information from the medical record, significant others and health care providers to prepare protocols for scanning and patient safety. The collection of information is determined by the patient's needs or condition.
• In accordance with ALARA principles restricts radiation beam through proper & safe collimation, providing safe care to all patients.
• Performs portable x-ray examinations in patient rooms, operating rooms, and emergency rooms.
• Follows operational procedure to safely identify patient's images with name and MRN#, correctly mark the image as to the side of the patient taken.
• Processes & reconstructs all images using methods available.
• Maintains orderly x-ray room, including ordering and maintaining proper & adequate supplies as directed by head of the department.
• Prepares radiopaque contrast media and assists providers when necessary in administering radiopaque mixtures to patients.
• Performs administrative duties related to scheduling appointments, patient's instruction, maintenance of records, reception of patients and other administrative duties as required.
• Renders services and/or assistance to all patients depending on the individual patient's needs and abilities in moving, turning, getting on and off the x-ray tables, etc.
• Responsible for scheduled shifts including holidays and weekends.
• Overtime as needed to provide continual quality patient care.
• On call assignments as needed per Department of Radiology policy.
• Adheres to the policies of Employee ID, Standards of Behavior, Attendance, and Punctuality.
• Greets all patients when they arrive for their exam utilizing A.I.D.E.T. standards.
• Performs daily clerical duties, which includes the use of EPIC, PACS, Teletracking System, computer system, patient scheduling, and other computer systems as added by hospital.
• Identifies the needs of the patient population served and modifies and delivers care that is specific to those needs (i.e., age, culture, language, hearing and/or visually impaired, etc.). This process includes communicating with the patient, parent, and/or primary caregiver(s) at their level (developmental/age, educational, literacy, etc.).
• Adheres to the standards identified in the Medical Center's Organizational Competencies.
• Performs specific daily and monthly QA.
• Other duties and/or projects as assigned.
• Adheres to HMH Organizational competencies and standards of behavior.
• Lifts a minimum of 25 lbs., pushes and pulls a minimum of 50 lbs. and stands a minimum of 6 hours a day.

Education, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required

• High School diploma, general equivalency diploma (GED), and/or GED equivalent programs.
• Completion of an AMA approved school of Radiologic Technology.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficient computer skills that may include but are not limited to Microsoft Office and/or Google Suite platforms.

Licenses and Certifications Required

• American Registry of Radiologic Technologists Certification
• NJ state license for Diagnostic Radiology (D.R.)
• AHA Basic Health Care Life Support HCP Certification within 60 days of entering position

Minimum rate of $38.27 Hourly

HMH is committed to pay equity and transparency for our team members. The posted rate of pay in this job posting is a reasonable good faith estimate of the minimum base pay for this role at the time of posting in accordance with the New Jersey Pay Transparency Act and does not reflect the full value of our market-competitive total rewards package. The starting rate of pay is provided for informational purposes only and is not a guarantee of a specific offer. Posted hourly rates may be stated as an annual salary in the offer and posted annual salaries may be stated as an hourly rate in the offer, depending on the level and nature of the job duties and credentials of the candidate. The base compensation determined at the time of the offer may be different than the posted rate of pay based on a number of non-discriminatory factors, including but not limited to Labor Market Data Compensation is benchmarked against market data to ensure competitiveness. Experience Years of relevant work experience. Education and Certifications Level of education attained, including specialized certifications, credentials, completed apprenticeship programs or advanced training. Skills Demonstrated proficiency in relevant skills and competencies. Geographic Location Cost of living and market rates for the specific location. Internal Equity Compensation is determined in a manner consistent with compensation ranges for similar roles within the organization. Budget and Grant Funding Departmental budgets and any grant funding associated with the job position may impact the pay that can be offered. Some jobs may also be eligible for performance-based incentives, bonuses, or commissions not reflected in the starting rate. Certain positions may also be eligible for shift differentials for work performed on evening, night, or weekend shifts.

In addition to our compensation for full-time and part-time (20+ hours/week) job positions, HMH offers a comprehensive benefits package, including health, dental, vision, paid leave, tuition reimbursement, and retirement benefits.