X-Ray Technologist

Summit Health CityMD•Park Slope, NY

5h•$45 - $47•Onsite

About The Position

We’re a physician-led, patient-centric network committed to simplifying health care and bringing a more connected kind of care. Our primary, multispecialty, and urgent care providers serve millions of patients in traditional practices, patients' homes and virtually through VillageMD and our operating companies Village Medical , Village Medical at Home , Summit Health , CityMD , and Starling Physicians . When you join our team, you become part of a compassionate community of people who work hard every day to make health care better for all. We are innovating value-based care and leveraging integrated applications, population insights and staffing expertise to ensure all patients have access to high-quality, connected care services that provide better outcomes at a reduced total cost of care. Please Note: We will only contact candidates regarding your applications from one of the following domains: @summithealth.com, @citymd.net, @villagemd.com, @villagemedical.com, @westmedgroup.com, @starlingphysicians.com, or @bmctotalcare.com. This opening is for our Park Slope site in Brooklyn, NY 11215. The X-ray Technologist is responsible for producing high quality radiographs following CityMD X-ray protocols, procedures, and Department of Health regulatory compliance in an efficient and accurate manner.

Requirements

Graduation from an accredited X-ray Technologist program
Preferably 4-6 months previous experience in the field
Strong communication skills, in order to provide clear instructions to patients on the process of procedures performed
The ability to:
perform basic X-rays of the chest, hand, wrist, forearm, elbow, knee, foot or ankle
position patients for X-ray, adjust restriction devices and equipment to set exposure factors
determine patient's' X-ray needs by accurately interpreting special instructions from the provider
use beam-restrictive devices and patient-shielding techniques to minimize radiation exposure to patient and staff (ALARA principle)
Flexibility with full-time work schedule including weekends
Strong aptitude for detail, organizational skills, problem solving capabilities, communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work independently, or with a team of healthcare professionals
Have functional and practical knowledge of various computer systems
Happy, positive, creative thinker, committed to building and maintaining healthy working relationships
Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required at time of hire.

Nice To Haves

Bilingual language skills required or preferred based on-site location.

Responsibilities

Performing the more common X-ray studies in a reasonable amount of time as suggested below:
Chest X-ray: 3 minutes
Extremity X-ray: 3-5 minutes per order
Spinal X-ray: 4-6 minutes
Abdomen X-ray: 4-6 minutes
Properly documenting X-ray studies performed and facilitating the communication between the Provider and Radiologist by using all internal X-ray and care coordination software
Keeping an accurate record of QC logbooks including pregnancy consent form, daily check off list, patient logbook, repeat/rejects so as to be fully compliant with the Department of Health
Troubleshooting equipment and software malfunctions and informing Site Manager and X-Ray Manager when service needs to be contacted
Assisting with patient flow and utilizing the flag system to maintain good communication between all clinical staff members
Performing vital signs and documenting results in the EMR
Assisting with CLIA waived tests, EKGs, splints, sling placement, and proper use of crutches
Helping maintain the cleanliness of the site, including waiting room, exam rooms, labs, common work areas, X-ray suite, and break room
Enhancing the culture of healthcare by providing exceptional patient care, safety, and best practice