Position Overview: The XRay Technologist I is responsible for performing the primary diagnostic examination to either diagnose or decide the optimal procedure that will best help the patient. This also includes creating a tranquil environment so patients will be able to adhere to examination instructions.
Essential Functions:
- Identify anatomical orientation on all required images and assures proper file identification on all images
- Demonstrate competency performing all radiographic procedures and the operation of all related equipment
- Greet patients obtain history and enters information in computer system
- Perform xrays at the optimal quality
- Demonstrate patient care; make sure to protect patient as best as possible from excessive radiation
- Observe patient vital signs during examination
- Provide coverage as needed (i.e. in the event of call outs or extended patient schedules).
- Provide instruction/mentoring to new hires.
- Maintain CPR certification
- Perform procedures in compliance with Standards of Care facility and regulatory requirements and ARRT Standards of Ethics
- Maintain quality standards as it relates to HIPPA regulations
- Demonstrate a positive patient experience; share information with patients providing knowledge about the procedure; ensuring they are aware of followup steps and requirements
- Demonstrate a positive experience from the referring providers; providing excellent quality
- Consistently submit images of diagnostic quality without recommendation of additional image acquisition; performs quality assurance on images and equipment; demonstrates competency in utilizing systems
- Make decisions authoritatively and wisely after adequately contemplating various available courses of action
- Contribute to efficient outpatient Operations maximizing the productivity of assigned modality
- Utilize sterile techniques preventing contamination
- Review each examination for technical accuracy presents completed examinations to radiologist and communicates pertinent data to persons responsible for the care of patients following the procedure
- Demonstrate teamwork; interacts in a positive manner with employees and contributes to a collaborative work environment
- Meet or exceed deadlines follows through demonstrating accountability flexibility and adaptability
- Enhance professional growth and maintain certifications registration and active CMEs through education programs conferences and workshops
- Maintain the cleanliness of examination rooms.
Qualifications:
- High school diploma or equivalent required.
- Associate degree or Baccalaureate degree in radiography radiation therapy or nuclear medicine preferred.
- ARRT (American Registry of Radiologic Technologist) certified & NY State license in Radiologic Technology.
- One to four years of experience in as general radiologic technologist preferred.
- Ability to follow oral and written instructions.
- Ability to communicate with patients visitors and employees within the organization.
- Ability to adequately use or learn to use the departments computerized system and its associated devices.
Physical Demands:
- Requires standing and walking for extended periods of time.
- Must be able to lift and carry items weighting up to 50 pounds.
- Must be able to lift patients weighting up to 300 pounds and place them in appropriate positions for operation of equipment.
- Requires eyesight correctable to 20/20 to operate equipment and review developed films.
Core customers and key relationships
- Patients
- Patients Families and Friends
- Physicians and Other Medical Staff
- External Medical Partners
Hours: MondayFriday 8am 5pm