Technician X-Ray

Montefiore Health System • New York, NY

2d • $46 • Onsite

About The Position

Under the direction of the Chief Technologist or his/her designee, performs radiographic examinations during pain management interventional procedures at a technical level not requiring constant supervision of technical detail. Performs a variety of technical procedures that will require independent judgment, with ingenuity and initiative to apply prescribed ionizing radiation for imaging diagnosis. Assumes responsibility for designated areas or procedures as required

Requirements

• High School Required or equivalent
• Satisfactory completion of a formal two year Radiologic Technology training certified program.
• Certified by the ARRT.
• Valid X-Ray Tech licensed by the State of New York.
• Knowledge of Radiographic exposure equipment and Epic tracking equipment.

Nice To Haves

• Associates Degree

Responsibilities

• Patient and Room Preparation: This task includes a) entering patient data into computer systems as necessary. b) Printing c) Ensure assigned room is properly equipped with linen, d) Move patient into procedure room either on stretcher, wheelchair or ambulating, e) Assist in transfers of patient to x-ray table if necessary.
• Obtain radiographic images: This task includes the proper setting of exposures factors and proper positioning of the patient including immobilizing devices if necessary to obtain high quality images for physician. patient position are under the control of the technologist with direction from physician performing procedure and established protocols.
• Correct labeling of all radiographic images: This task includes the proper use of the patient identification labels and side markers for identification of each print.
• Maintain all necessary records of films, fluoro time, etc.
• Observe all rules and regulations regarding patient identification and radiation safety for patients and staff.
• Assist physician if required in the administration of contrast material: these tasks include the preparation of contrast material in syringes and other equipment necessary for injection.
• Train students.
• Maintain orderliness and cleanliness of assigned area.
• Perform other related assigned tasks.

Benefits

• An assortment of insurance products and discount programs through Voluntary Benefits.
• Check out our comprehensive benefits available to you when you join our outstanding team!

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees