Xray Technologist

Summit Health•Florham Park, NJ

3d•$38 - $47

About The Position

The X-Ray Technologist performs general X-ray and Bone Density procedures, including work at satellite offices as requested. The role is accountable for managing care delivery and patient safety, preparing patients for procedures, obtaining and documenting patient information, and producing quality diagnostic images. The technologist operates and maintains imaging equipment, follows radiation-safety and infection-control procedures, supports fluoroscopic procedures, and completes required quality-control activities. The position is per diem and typically requires four shifts within each six-week scheduling grid, including at least two weekend shifts and at least one holiday per year. Travel to satellite locations may be required, locations may change, and scheduling is based on staffing needs. Once an assigned shift is accepted, the technologist is responsible for obtaining coverage if adequate notice is not given; shift trades or drop requests require manager approval. The role also includes general radiology operations duties such as helping orient technical staff, maintaining equipment records and supplies, coordinating patient appointments, and supporting quality-control programs. Physical demands include pushing and pulling, lifting, moving between locations, using hand and finger dexterity, maintaining balance while climbing, bending or reaching, and prolonged standing or walking. Environmental and exposure risks include chemicals, chemotherapy and fumes, loud noises, allergens, radiation, sharps, latex, combative patients or visitors, and possible exposure to infectious hazards, blood, body fluids, non-intact skin, or tissue specimens. The listed pay range is $37.69–$47.12 per hour. VillageMD describes a benefits platform that includes medical, dental, life, disability and vision coverage, FSA coverage, and a 401(k) savings plan.

Requirements

Vocational/technical school diploma required; an associate degree is preferred.
0–1 years of experience required; 2–4 years preferred.
Prior radiology technologist experience required.
Knowledge of procedural details required.
ARRT certificate required.
Basic Life Support (BLS) required.
New Jersey Bureau of Radiological Health license required.
Ability to communicate in English orally and in writing required.
Strong interpersonal and communication skills required.
Ability to perform diverse work assignments within time limitations and with a high degree of accuracy required.
Ability to use problem-solving, critical-thinking, and priority-setting skills required.
Ability to travel to satellite locations as needed.
Per-diem technologists are typically needed for four shifts within a six-week scheduling grid; at least two shifts occur on weekends, and at least one holiday must be worked per year.
Physical ability to push and pull, lift heavy objects, carts, or items, move between locations, use hand and finger dexterity, maintain balance while climbing, bending or reaching, and sustain prolonged standing, bending, or walking.
Ability to work amid listed environmental risks and possible exposure to infectious hazards, blood, body fluids, non-intact skin, or tissue specimens.

Nice To Haves

Associate degree preferred.
2–4 years of experience preferred.
Experience with standard office equipment such as phone, fax, copy machine, scanner, and email/voice mail preferred.
Experience with standard office technology in a Windows-based environment preferred.

Responsibilities

Manage delivery of care and patient safety.
Prepare patients for procedures, provide instructions, obtain cooperation, and minimize anxiety.
Operate CR/digital X-ray systems and imaging equipment safely, properly, and efficiently.
Perform Bone Density exams and general X-ray procedures, including at satellite offices when requested.
Obtain and document patient history and pertinent information; assess patients for potential risk factors.
Verify patient identity and demographics in PACS; clarify and follow doctors’ orders, scan needed information, and verify exams in PACS.
Complete procedures within an acceptable time frame and produce quality diagnostic images through appropriate positioning and technique.
Maintain cleanliness of the X-ray room and technologist work area, and adhere to patient-care infection-control and sterile procedures.
Perform QA/QC testing at the frequency required by the State and conduct routine equipment quality-control checks.
Prioritize and organize assignments, adjusting priorities as circumstances change.
Communicate and consult professionally with other departments, and plan care according to patient activity and staff competencies.
Know the location of emergency equipment and medications to assist with contrast reactions and other emergencies.
Demonstrate radiation-safety awareness for self and others.
Assist the Radiologist with fluoroscopic procedures, obtain patient information and chart notes, document fluoroscopy time, and scan paperwork for the Radiologist.
Report equipment malfunctions or problems according to department standards.
Direct daily operations of radiology functions across locations; make decisions, delegate, and ensure the welfare of patients and staff.
Maintain equipment records and recommend replacement of outdated or poorly functioning equipment.
Plan and assist with orientation of new technical staff.
Implement and oversee daily, monthly, semi-annual, and annual quality-control activities as mandated by the New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection.
Cancel and reschedule patient appointments as needed.
Replenish and change supplies in the assigned area as needed.
Travel to satellite locations as needed.
Obtain coverage for accepted and assigned shifts when adequate notice is not given; submit shift trades or drop requests for manager approval.
Perform other job duties as required.