Radiologic Technologist-Imaging-Full Time-Evening-Mount Sinai Queens
About The Position
Performs radiographic examinations on patients referred by physicians in accordance with Radiology protocols. The role involves carrying out routine radiological procedures, applying technical judgment to obtain diagnostically acceptable studies, and assisting, preparing, and positioning patients. The technologist explains relevant imaging procedures and instructions to patients and assists physicians as required. The position requires appropriate image labeling and evaluation, radiation protection practices, timely transmission of images to PACS, and accurate use of IDX, the Radiology Information System, to track, schedule, and complete studies. The technologist maintains imaging-room cleanliness and supplies, reports equipment repair needs or unsafe conditions, and performs related clerical duties when support personnel are absent. Additional duties include supervising radiology students, following infection-control protocols, attending required in-services and professional development meetings, and maintaining required licensure and compliance with Article 35 of the Public Health Code.
Requirements
- Associate degree or equivalent from a two-year college or technical school.
- Graduate of an accredited Radiologic Technology program.
- Six months to one year of related experience and/or training, or an equivalent combination of education and experience, or successful completion of an MSHS-determined radiology technical training program within six months of accepting the offer.
- New York State Department of Health Licensed Radiologic Technologist, or a current temporary permit under section 3505 of the Public Health Law pending licensure examination.
- Maintain licensure specific to the job and comply with Article 35 of the Public Health Code.
Responsibilities
- Perform routine radiological procedures according to department protocols and patient needs.
- Apply technical judgment to obtain studies of acceptable diagnostic quality.
- Assist, prepare, and position patients for radiological procedures.
- Educate patients about imaging procedures, the area to be imaged, and any necessary instructions.
- Ensure radiographic images are appropriately labeled according to department SOP.
- Demonstrate visible evidence of shielding when appropriate, especially for pediatric patients.
- Use radiation protection measures, including collimation, and follow protocols to minimize exposure to patients and hospital personnel.
- Assist physicians directly as required.
- Evaluate radiographs for technical acceptability and ensure images are transmitted to PACS in a timely manner.
- Maintain Radiology room and equipment cleanliness at the start and end of the shift, including removing soiled or dirty linen.
- Maintain supplies and accessories needed to perform duties safely.
- Record required patient-tracking information accurately in IDX.
- Schedule exams in IDX as required and ensure completed studies are entered in IDX in a timely manner.
- Call for in-patients as required.
- Perform related clerical duties when support personnel are absent.
- Inform a supervisor or appropriate personnel of needed equipment repairs or unsafe conditions.
- Supervise radiology students assigned to the clinical area.
- Follow infection-control policies and protocols to prevent the spread of infection.
- Attend required in-services and professional development meetings.
- Maintain required job-specific licensure in good standing and comply with Article 35 of the Public Health Code.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Associate degree
