Radiologic Technologist – Radiographer

Radiology Jobs
Brooklyn, New York
December 4, 2024
$63 - $67 / hour
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Job Description

Purpose:

  • Under the general supervision of the Associate Director, the incumbent will perform technical duties within Radiology.
  • The incumbent is directly involved with various imaging procedures that apply ionizing radiation and other forms of energy, and incumbents may perform additional assignments as required per department.
  • A Radiographer Level II is a technologist proficient in general X-rays and can cross-train into other modalities.

Specific Duties and Responsibilities:

  • The Radiographer Level II – The technologist is charged with and responsible for: Perform high-quality images and must be able to work independently.
  • Must demonstrate a clear understanding of radiology protocols.
  • Must demonstrate complete independent competency.
  • Work with the Physicians and Physician Assistants (PA) during IV contrast administration.
  • Perform daily QA/QC imaging.
  • Must demonstrate a team effort with all other Radiology staff, including but not limited to doctors, nurses, clerical, and support staff.
  • Able to operate a C-arm during O.R. procedures.
  • Must demonstrate complete independent competency in General Radiology.
  • Able to instruct students in routine general x-ray exams.
  • Show radiation protection knowledge, including proper technical factors, collimation, and shielding.
  • Able to apply all standards set by the Department of Radiology, Federal and State Radiation Protection Agencies.
  • Maintain room inventory and equipment checklist at the beginning of the shift and before patients enter the exam room.
  • Assures that all documentation is completed before the examination regarding informed consent, the universal protocol/time-out checklist, lab results, and pregnancy test.
  • Must have a valid New York state Radiologic license.
  • Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required:
  • Knowledge of radiation protection
  • Understanding contrast screening and reactions
  • Skills in performing route all General X-ray exams
  • Ability to perform daily Quality Assurance (QA)
  • Knowledge of entering and retrieving patient information from the Picture Archiving Communication
  • System (PACS) and Hospital Information System (HIS)

Qualification Requirements:

  • Valid and current license as a Radiologic Technologist as indicated by the NYS Department of Health
  • Must be able to lift or move 50 pounds without assistance
  • Proficient in all areas of general X-ray

Skills: 1 year General Radiographer experience.

Hours Per Week: 37.50, Hours Per Day: 7.50, Days Per Week: 5.00

 

 

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