Join our team as a Radiologic Technologist at Massena Hospital, where you will play a crucial role in delivering high-quality diagnostic imaging to support patient care. This per diem position offers flexibility while ensuring you provide exceptional service in a compassionate environment.
Key Responsibilities
Read charts, prescriptions, and radiology requests to ascertain valid physician orders
Obtain pertinent clinical information and follow special physician requests
Prepare contrast media according to physician's order or departmental policy
Assure proper patient identity prior to performing an x-ray procedure
Question female patients of childbearing age regarding pregnancy before x-ray procedures
Report positive or questionable responses to the radiologist or referring physician
Perform diagnostic x-ray procedures not involving fluoroscopy
Assist physicians during fluoroscopic and invasive radiology procedures
Function in the operating room to provide diagnostic x-ray coverage
Lift and move patients with assistance
Operate all stationary and mobile x-ray equipment
Notify supervisor of equipment deficiencies
Develop x-rays and maintain processing equipment
Maintain assigned x-ray room and ensure it is stocked with necessary supplies
Assist in the operation of the x-ray file room as needed
Label all studies correctly
Required Qualifications
Graduate from an AMA approved program in Radiological Technology
Current New York State licensure or permit to practice as a Radiological Technologist
New York State Department of Health Licensure and Registered with ARRT
BLS within 3 months of hire
Ability to think and act quickly in order to deliver efficient, quality patient care
Good reading and deductive skills to interpret physician requests and solve problems
Sensitivity and interpersonal skills to deal with apprehensive patients