X-Ray Technologist (Manhattan) Full TIme
About The Position
NYU Langone Health is hiring a Technologist, X-Ray to perform medically prescribed diagnostic radiographic procedures according to departmental protocols, hospital policies, and applicable regulatory standards. The role is focused on producing high-quality diagnostic images while prioritizing patient safety and exceptional patient care. The technologist performs radiographic examinations, positions patients and equipment, adjusts technical factors, uses radiation protection and positioning aids, reviews images, and submits them to PACS and the electronic medical record. The role includes verifying patient identity, explaining procedures, supporting patient comfort, responding to emergencies, and adhering to radiation safety, isolation, and infection prevention protocols. The technologist also uses HIS/RIS systems, documents examination times, manages image transmission and retrieval, performs routine equipment quality checks, reports malfunctions and safety concerns, maintains imaging areas and supplies, and adjusts workflow for STAT and emergency examinations. The position requires collaboration with patients and clinical staff, confidentiality, and compliance with hospital and departmental policies, New York State regulations, ARRT standards, and applicable federal requirements. The position is based in Manhattan. The salary range is $96,421.22–$109,846.68 annually. Actual salary depends on factors including experience, specialty, education, and hospital need; the stated range does not include bonuses, incentive pay, differentials, or other compensation or benefits.
Requirements
- Associate's degree or certificate from an accredited School of Radiologic Technology.
- New York State Radiologic Technology License.
- Ability to effectively communicate with all levels of the organization.
- Ability to stand, walk, bend, and assist patients throughout the work shift.
- Ability to lift and transfer patients with or without assistance.
- Perform duties in compliance with hospital policies, departmental procedures, New York State regulations, ARRT standards, and applicable federal requirements.
Nice To Haves
- Bachelor's degree.
Responsibilities
- Perform diagnostic radiographic examinations independently according to departmental protocols and physician orders.
- Position patients and imaging equipment to obtain diagnostic images while minimizing radiation exposure.
- Select and adjust technical factors to support image quality and patient safety.
- Use lead markers, shielding, immobilization devices, and positioning aids appropriately.
- Generate digital images and hard copies when required; review images for technical quality and completeness before submission to PACS/EMR.
- Follow special instructions on radiographic requisitions.
- Verify patient identity using two identifiers, explain procedures, answer questions, and support patient comfort, privacy, and dignity.
- Recognize and respond to medical emergencies, promptly notifying an RN, PA, or MD.
- Follow radiation safety principles, including ALARA, beam restriction, shielding, and required management of radiation detection badges and rings.
- Follow isolation precautions and infection prevention protocols.
- Access and verify patient information in HIS/RIS in compliance with HIPAA; schedule, modify, and track examinations and document required times.
- Transmit images and reports to PACS and the electronic medical record, and use film library and image retrieval functions.
- Set up and operate imaging equipment and perform routine quality control checks, including visual and manual checks of equipment and diagnostic monitors.
- Promptly report equipment malfunctions, missing items, or safety concerns.
- Maintain clean imaging areas, prepare rooms, equipment, and supplies, restock supplies, and notify a supervisor of shortages.
- Adjust workflow to accommodate STAT and emergency examinations.
- Maintain professional relationships with patients, physicians, nurses, and staff; assist with departmental projects, reports, and operations as assigned.
- Seek supervisor guidance regarding complex or questionable cases and maintain confidentiality.
- Perform other duties as assigned in support of departmental operations.
Benefits
- Comprehensive benefits and wellness package.
- Financial security benefits.
- Generous time-off program.
- Employee resource groups for peer support.
- Employee wellness program covering physical, mental, nutritional, sleep, social, financial, and preventive care.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
Associate degree
