Radiologic Technologist - Per Diem

Guthrie Enterprise•Corning, NY

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Operate stationary and portable x-ray equipment to make radiographs of designated regions of the body. This role requires proficiency in patient care activities related to radiology, including understanding ordered procedures, following infection control protocols, and preparing patients for procedures such as IV contrast injections. The technologist will also be knowledgeable in the use of the Radiology Information System for scheduling and tracking. Teamwork is essential, involving collaboration with other healthcare professionals, maintaining high standards, and contributing to a positive work environment. The role also includes other duties such as room maintenance, handling stressful situations, reporting equipment issues, transporting portable equipment, attending departmental meetings, and responding to emergencies. The ability to work all shifts, including weekends and holidays, and perform physical tasks like lifting and walking is also required.

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.
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

Responsibilities

Operate stationary and portable x-ray equipment to make radiographs of designated regions of the body.
Adjust radiographic equipment to correct settings for each examination.
Accurate positioning of patients to fully utilize photometer.
Performs appropriate QA on images generated prior to submission to Radiologist, including accurate labeling of left or right side, patient name, B#, 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.
Correct use of the Radiology Information System, scheduling, tracking, completion, down-time procedures.
Works as part of a team to maintain high standards in radiology.
Attends in-service programs as scheduled.
Works to keep morale high, does not complain but works at finding a solution to a particular problem.
Seeks help and answers to questions when they are not sure.
Performs examinations in a confident, timely fashion.
Provides for patient’s modesty, comfort and privacy.
Demonstrates willingness to accept non-routine work assignments, as appropriate.
Cleaning and restocking rooms daily.
Dealing with stressful situations (e.g. trauma).
Reports problems occurring with equipment to Coordinator or Director of Imaging.
Transport portable equipment to operating room suite, emergency room, nursing units, and morgue.
Meets regularly at Radiology departmental meetings.
React quickly to emergency situations such as patient fainting, patient being unsteady while standing for procedures, if unsafe situation occurs (such as a fire), getting the patient to safety and sounding alarm.
Work all shifts, including weekends and holidays, on a scheduled basis.
Lift, push, reach, bend, stoop, and walk in order to care for patients.
Other duties as assigned