Per Diem X-Ray Tech- Mount Sinai Morningside- Sunday 8am-4pm

Mount Sinai Health Systems • New York, NY

5d • $48 - $48 • Onsite

About The Position

The Per Diem X-Ray Technician performs basic and advanced imaging procedures according to established protocols and evaluates images for technical quality. The technician exercises independent judgment, ingenuity, and initiative when performing imaging procedures and recognizes patient conditions that require immediate action. This position is at Mount Sinai Morningside and is scheduled Sundays from 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.

Requirements

• Graduate of an accredited X-Ray Technician/radiological program with clinical and didactic education.
• Registration by the American Registry of Radiological Technologists (ARRT).
• Radiologic Technologist credential issued by the DOH / Office of Professions.

Nice To Haves

• Additional clinical experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare patients for radiological procedures, including safe positioning, 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 radiological equipment by performing preventive maintenance, troubleshooting, arranging 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 employees.
• Assist with orientation of new X-Ray Technicians to the department.
• May educate patients and families about proper X-ray protocols.

What This Job Offers

• Education Level: Associate degree