Radiology Technician | Rad Tech | Shift 5x8

Alerion Healthcare

$147K *
Hospitals & Medical Centers
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Completion of formal training in an approved Radiologic Technology program with ARRT certification
  • NYS license or ability to obtain it before starting
  • Minimum 2 years of X-Ray Technologist experience
  • Level 1 Trauma Center experience
  • Recent operating room (OR) experience at a Level 1 trauma center
  • Experience using C-arm/O-arm in the past 8 months
  • Current BLS certification from the American Heart Association
  • Ability to report to on-call shifts within 30 minutes
  • Physical ability to lift or move patients and stand for long periods
  • Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills
  • Patient and compassionate personality
  • Team player in a collaborative environment

Responsibilities

  • Verify patients' identity and review physician orders prior to x-ray procedures
  • Use x-ray equipment to capture images of patients' anatomy as directed by physicians
  • Explain x-ray procedures to patients and address their inquiries
  • Position and assist limited mobility patients during x-ray imaging
  • Handle radiologic equipment safely, minimizing patient exposure to radiation
  • Observe and interpret patient-specific needs during the imaging process
  • Produce high-quality diagnostic images for radiologist interpretation
  • Notify management of equipment issues promptly
  • Utilize electronic patient information systems for record keeping and image management
  • Ensure accurate patient identification and image submission to PACS

Benefits

  • Day shift schedule: Monday through Friday
  • On-call and callback shifts as needed
  • Potential for career growth in a Level 1 Trauma Center
  • Work in a culturally vibrant location with various lifestyle amenities
  • Engagement in a collaborative and supportive team environment
Full Job Description
Job Description

This is a Travel position. You must live more than 30 miles from the facility to be considered for this position.

Position Overview
Type of Position: Travel
Description:

X-Ray Technologist - Day Shift | Mon-Friday | Level 1 Trauma CenterShift Details
  • Monday through Friday, day shift
  • 8-hour shifts (5x8.0)
  • On call, callback, and holidays per unit needs
  • On-call frequency: 2-3 call shifts per month
  • Must be able to report within 30 minutes to on-call shifts
Responsibilities
  • Verifying patients' identity and reviewing physicians' orders before beginning x-ray procedures
  • Using x-ray equipment to take radiographic images of patients' bones, tissues, and organs as per physicians' written orders
  • Explaining x-ray procedures to patients and answering their questions
  • Positioning patients accordingly, which may include lifting and moving patients with limited mobility
  • Handling all radiologic equipment safely and properly, keeping dose to patient as low as possible
  • Observing each patient's status and interpreting the appropriate information needed to meet his or her age-specific needs
  • Producing a diagnostic, high-quality image for interpretation by the Radiologist
  • Promptly notifying management of damaged or malfunctioning x-ray equipment
  • Utilizing electronic patient information systems to verify patient name, date, appropriate exam, and any special exam-specific comments from the provider; understands and practices the Dual Patient Identifier procedure
  • Maintaining accurate patient record keeping by properly identifying images and assuring images are sent to the PACS system correctly
Requirements
  • Completion of formal training in an approved School of Radiologic Technology and maintenance of certification through the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT)
  • NYS license (or ability to obtain license prior to starting)
  • Minimum 2 years of X-Ray Technologist experience
  • Level 1 trauma center experience
  • Recent OR experience at a Level 1 trauma center
  • Experience using C-arm/O-arm within the past 8 months
  • BLS certification (American Heart Association ONLY)
  • Ability to report within 30 minutes to on-call shifts
  • Ability to move or lift patients
  • Ability to stand for extended periods
  • Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
  • Effective written and verbal communication skills
  • A patient and compassionate disposition
  • Team player who can maintain a cohesive working environment
Required Skills
  • Technician license (currently any tech license is accepted in the state of NY)
  • Two (2) years of experience
  • BLS (American Heart Association ONLY)
  • Experience using C-arm/O-arm - minimum 8 months
  • Level 1 trauma center experience
  • OR experience at a Level 1 trauma center


Meet Your Recruiter

Mallory Nelson

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