Radiologic Technologist - Per Diem

Guthrie Health • Binghamton, NY

268d

About The Position

The position involves operating stationary and portable x-ray equipment to create radiographs of designated regions of the body. The individual will also supervise and instruct students in clinical areas, ensuring they gain practical experience in radiologic technology.

Requirements

• High School Diploma and graduation from an accredited Radiologic Technology program.
• AAS degree preferred.
• ARRT certification required.
• Minimum of six months preferred experience 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, including accurate labeling of left or right side, patient name, medical record number, date and time, as well as technique.
• Relate to patient's information pertaining to ordered procedures.
• Follow protocols in dealing with patients with infectious diseases.
• Demonstrate competency in patient preparation including informed consent and injection of IV contrast.
• Utilize Radiology Information System (EPIC) for scheduling tracking, completion, downtime procedures, and PACS.
• Attend inservice programs as scheduled.
• Work cooperatively with other technologists, nurses, and healthcare professionals.
• Maintain high morale and seek solutions to problems.
• Perform examinations in a confident, timely fashion.
• Provide for patient's modesty, comfort, and privacy.
• Accept non-routine work assignments as appropriate.
• Clean and restock rooms daily.
• Report problems occurring with equipment to supervisor or QA technologist.
• Supervise, instruct, and evaluate radiology students assigned to the area.
• Transport portable equipment to operating room suite, emergency room, nursing units, and morgue.
• Participate in Radiology departmental meetings and maintain current knowledge of school policies/procedures and student progress.
• React quickly to emergency situations such as patient fainting or unsafe situations.
• Work all shifts, including weekends, on a scheduled basis.
• Lift, push, reach, bend, stoop, and walk to care for patients.

What This Job Offers

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