Sr. X-Ray Technologist

Albany Medical Center•Albany, NY

9d•$70,068 - $108,605

About The Position

The Sr. X-Ray Technologist performs technical procedures and assists with the clinical evaluation and care of patients in a fast-paced Level 1 Trauma Facility. The role produces diagnostic images and provides patients with a safe, positive experience. The technologist practices and enforces radiation safety measures in accordance with New York State Department of Health Code Part 16 and supports teaching and continued learning as technology changes. The position maintains competent imaging skills, follows applicable Albany Medical Center (AMC) and department policies and professional standards, assists physicians with procedures, and contributes to department accreditation. It also includes mentoring and precepting new staff and students, accurate patient-data entry and documentation, image quality assurance before images are sent to PACS, and patient care appropriate to patients’ ages and special characteristics. On-call duties may apply. The role requires effective work in a fast-paced environment and sterile technique when applicable.

Requirements

Associate's Degree Applied Science Degree.
Diploma in Radiologic Technology from an accredited program.
At least 3 years of experience.
New York State registration as a Certified Radiologic Technologist in Diagnostic Radiography, or a limited permit to practice in New York State, required upon hire.
American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) registration required upon hire.
Professional Rescuer CPR certification required upon hire.
Effectively and professionally communicate with patients, their family members, coworkers, visitors, and the patient's multidisciplinary team.
Seek guidance and knowledge from coworkers to achieve consensus.
Read and understand policies, procedures, and safety manuals.
Problem-solve, perform examinations, and interpret data efficiently and effectively.
Perform arithmetic with whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals, and compute rates, ratios, and percentages.
Be honest and punctual and perform job functions to the highest ethical standards defined by AMC and the profession.
Demonstrate accuracy in data entry and exam documentation, and use good judgment in performing job functions and interacting with others.
Accept direction, carry out orders, work cooperatively, and avoid unnecessary conflict.
Adhere to AMC policies, procedures, and practices, and use AMC policies to resolve grievances or disagreements.
Identify problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.
Equivalent combinations of relevant education and experience may be substituted as appropriate.

Responsibilities

Maintain competent imaging skills.
Practice in compliance with AMC and department policies and New York State Department of Health and American Registry of Radiologic Technologists standards.
Assist physicians in all aspects of procedures in the assigned area.
Provide patients with a safe, positive experience.
Mentor and precept new staff and students.
Support AMC and the imaging department in maintaining proper accreditations.
Accurately enter patient data into computer systems.
Perform image quality assurance to ensure images are diagnostic quality and contain accurate patient information before sending them to PACS.
Demonstrate the knowledge and skills needed to provide patient care appropriate to patients’ ages and special characteristics.
Perform on-call duties, if applicable.
Support professional development and a positive, progressive department.
Work effectively and efficiently in a fast-paced environment.
Practice sterile technique when applicable.
Document patient care on appropriate AMC forms.
Anticipate and resolve potential problems to ensure continuity of appropriate patient care.
Improve job performance through continuing education.