Radiologic Technologist - FT 7 on / 7 off (mid-shift)

Guthrie Health • Binghamton, NY

247d • $25 - $39

About The Position

This position offers up to $30,000 in signing bonus for external candidates. The role involves operating stationary and portable x-ray equipment to make radiographs of designated regions of the body, as well as supervising and instructing students in clinical areas.

Requirements

• Graduation of an ARRT accredited Radiologic Technology program and must obtain ARRT certification within 6 months of employment.
• OR a graduate from an ARRT non-accredited program and must provide ARRT certification prior to employment.
• OR a graduate from an ARRT accredited program or non-accredited program that is grandfathered and not required to obtain ARRT certification, in these cases ARRT certification IS preferred.
• NYS Radiologic Technologist License or NYS Radiologic Technologist Temporary Permit required for positions in New York State.
• Minimum of six months preferred as a registered technologist in a Radiology Department of a general acute-care hospital.

Responsibilities

• Adjust radiographic equipment to correct settings for each examination.
• Accurate positioning of patients to fully utilize photometer.
• Perform appropriate QA on images generated prior to submission to Radiologist.
• Accurate labeling of left or right side, patient name, medical record number, date and time, as well as technique.
• Proficient in patient care activities as related to radiology.
• Follow protocols in dealing with patients with infectious diseases.
• Demonstrate competency in patient preparation including informed consent and injection of IV contrast.
• Knowledgeable in the correct use of Radiology Information System (EPIC), scheduling tracking, completion, downtime procedures, and PACS.
• Work as part of a team to maintain high standards in Radiology.
• Attend in-service programs as scheduled.
• Work cooperatively with other technologists, nurses, and healthcare professionals.
• Keep morale high and work at finding solutions to problems.
• Seek help and answers to questions when unsure.
• Perform examinations in a confident, timely fashion.
• Provide for patient's modesty, comfort, and privacy.
• Demonstrate willingness to accept non-routine work assignments.

Benefits

• Signing bonus of up to $30,000 for external candidates.

What This Job Offers

• Industry: Religious, Grantmaking, Civic, Professional, and Similar Organizations
• Education Level: Associate degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees