Company Overview: Essen Health Careis a growing community healthcare network provides high quality, compassionate, and accessible medical care to some of the most vulnerable and under-served residents of New York State. Guided by a ‘population health’ model of care, Essen has five integrated clinical divisions offering services in primary & specialty offices, urgent care centers, and nursing homes, as well as house calls for home bound patients; all clinical services are also offered via telehealth. Our Care Management division supports patient-centered care through care coordination, complex care management and helping address health-related social needs.

Founded in 1999, Essen provides care in all five boroughs of New York City, with a primary focus in the Bronx.

Position title: XRAY TECHNICIAN

Job Summary: X-ray technicians take x-rays of patients' internal anatomy to aid physicians in diagnosing illnesses, diseases, or injuries. They explain x-ray procedures to patients and ensure that patients are exposed to limited amounts of radiation.

Responsibilities include:

· 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.

· Limiting patients' exposure to radiation by placing lead shields on patients where needed.

· Ensuring that the x-rays taken are of sound quality to prevent repeat procedures.

· Working closely with the resident Radiologist to determine whether further tests are required.

· Ensuring that the x-ray equipment is regularly serviced and in good working order.

· Promptly notifying management of damaged or malfunctioning x-ray equipment.

· Maintaining an accurate record of completed x-ray procedures.

Job Requirements:

· Bachelor's or associate's degree in radiologic technology, radiology, or a related field.

· Certification through the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT).

· Appropriate state licensure.

· Proven experience working as an X-ray technician.

· 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.

Essen Health Care is proud to be an equal opportunity employer, and we seek candidates who desire to work in and serve an ethnically-diverse population.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $30.00 - $45.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Medical specialties:

• Cardiology
• Radiology

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

License/Certification:

• ARRT Certification (Preferred)

Ability to Relocate:

• Bronx, NY: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person