Per Diem Technician Radiology

St. Joseph's Health • Paterson, NJ

3d • Onsite

About The Position

Responsible for performing routine radiographic exams in either an inpatient and/or outpatient setting in accordance with established protocols for positioning, image quality, and radiation safety. The inpatient setting may also include assignment to specialty areas requiring a radiologic technologist, such as the ED, OR, or Fluoroscopy. Utilizes a variety of specialized equipment to produce radiographic and fluoroscopic images, as well as computers and various software programs to enter patient related information into hospital databases. Contributes to the overall excellence of the department through commitment to personal excellence in technical and interpersonal skills.

Requirements

• High School diploma
• Knowledge normally acquired through completion of an accredited program in Radiologic Technology
• ARRT (American Registry for Radiologic Technology) required within twelve months of working in the modality or prior to ACR (American College of Radiology) re-accreditation.
• State of New Jersey licensure required.
• Analytical ability to resolve problems that require the use of basic specific, mathematical, or technical principles and in depth experience based knowledge.
• Ability to explain clinical, technical, and diagnostic procedures to patients and their families.

Responsibilities

• Performing routine radiographic exams in either an inpatient and/or outpatient setting in accordance with established protocols for positioning, image quality, and radiation safety.
• Assignment to specialty areas requiring a radiologic technologist, such as the ED, OR, or Fluoroscopy (inpatient setting).
• Utilizing a variety of specialized equipment to produce radiographic and fluoroscopic images.
• Using computers and various software programs to enter patient related information into hospital databases.
• Contributing to the overall excellence of the department through commitment to personal excellence in technical and interpersonal skills.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree