Per Diem X-Ray Technician-Mount Sinai Hospital - Sundays, 4 PM - 12 AM
Mount Sinai Health System•New York, NY
About The Position
The Per Diem X-Ray Technician performs basic and advanced imaging procedures in accordance with established protocols and evaluates images for technical quality. The technician exercises independent judgment, ingenuity, and initiative in performing imaging procedures and recognizes patient conditions requiring immediate action. This position is at Mount Sinai Hospital and is scheduled Sundays from 4 PM to 12 AM.
Requirements
- Graduate of an accredited X-Ray Technician or radiological program, including clinical and didactic education.
- Registration by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT).
Nice To Haves
- Additional clinical experience preferred.
Responsibilities
- Prepare patients for radiological procedures by positioning them safely and properly, adjusting immobilization devices, positioning equipment, and setting exposure controls.
- Minimize radiation exposure to patients and staff by using radiation-protection techniques, beam-restriction devices, patient shielding, and appropriate exposure factors.
- Maintain operation of radiological equipment by completing preventative maintenance, troubleshooting issues, requesting repairs, and maintaining equipment inventory.
- Perform clerical duties related to patient registration and placement as required.
- Evaluate images for quality before release.
- Participate in performing and documenting quality-control measures.
- Ensure the safety and comfort of patients, family members, and other employees.
- Assist in orienting new X-Ray Technicians to the department.
- May educate patients and families about proper X-ray protocol.
- Perform other relevant duties as assigned.
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Education Level
Associate degree
