Radiologic Technologist

Montefiore Nyack Hospital•Village of Nyack, NY

117d•Onsite

About The Position

Operates radiologic equipment to produce diagnostic radiographs as directed by a radiologist. Positions patients and uses immobilization devices to obtain requested views, explains procedures to patients, and adjusts equipment and exposure settings according to radiographic techniques and protocols. Applies radiation-protection practices to minimize exposure to patients and staff. May operate mobile x-ray equipment in operating rooms, emergency rooms, or at the bedside. The technologist performs and critiques examinations, identifies and labels images correctly, transfers images, prepares and maintains the x-ray room, monitors patients during examinations, and responds appropriately to changes in their condition. The role may involve preparing sterile trays and fields, screening patients for IV contrast, and providing patient education related to metformin. The position requires professional interaction with patients, families, coworkers, and other hospital staff, participation in quality-improvement activities and department education, and adherence to applicable professional standards and hospital protocols. This is a per-diem position in Nyack, New York, with a 2:30 PM–11:00 PM schedule on varying days and rotating hospital holidays.

Requirements

Associate degree required.
General radiographic experience; new graduates may be considered.
ARRT (American Registry of Radiologic Technologists) certification required upon hire.
New York State Department of Health radiologic license required upon hire.
BLS certification from the American Heart Association required within 90 days.
Ability to perform the physical demands of the position, including standing most of the day, lifting and positioning patients, and moving heavy mobile equipment.
Ability to work in a high-stress area and maintain a positive, professional attitude.
Ability to rotate hospital holidays and cover open shifts through the mandate rotation list.

Responsibilities

Operate radiologic equipment to produce diagnostic radiographs as directed by a radiologist.
Position patients and adjust immobilization devices to obtain requested views; select suitable anatomical positioning and shield patients appropriately.
Explain examinations in lay terms to prepare patients and reduce anxiety, and monitor patients during examinations for changes in condition or pain requiring physician intervention.
Adjust equipment controls and exposure factors using established radiographic techniques and protocols.
Apply radiation-safety practices, including beam restriction and patient shielding, in accordance with ALARA requirements.
Operate mobile x-ray equipment in operating rooms, emergency rooms, or at patients’ bedsides when needed.
Demonstrate competency in examinations, including positioning, patient identification, image labeling, and use of left/right markers.
Critique images in PACS, repeat images as necessary while maintaining an acceptable repeat/reject rate, and operate equipment for image transfer.
Prepare the x-ray room and supplies before the first patient and keep the room and work area neat and clean.
Set up rooms and sterile trays, prepare patients, and establish a sterile field as needed.
Handle equipment safely and complete required IV contrast screening and metformin patient education forms.
Interact professionally with patients, families, and coworkers; maintain a positive attitude in a high-stress environment.
Complete work or provide a proper handoff before leaving the shift.
Perform duties according to ARRT and ACR standards and hospital protocols.
Wear identification, use the computerized punch-time system correctly, and attend scheduled departmental in-services, education days, and meetings or review meeting minutes when absent.
Participate in performance-improvement and continuous-quality-improvement activities, annual competency assessment, and professional development.
Rotate hospital holidays and participate in the mandate rotation list to cover open shifts.
Support the hospital mission, ethics, and goals; provide customer service, acknowledge concerns, and escort customers when necessary.
Use equipment and supplies prudently and follow charge and billing processes, including appropriate patient-history information.
Complete assigned projects within expected time frames.