X-ray Tech

• 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.
• Handles all radiologic equipment safely and properly keeping dose to patient as low as possible.
• Observe each patient’s status and interpret the appropriate information needed to meet his or her age-specific needs.
• Produces a diagnostic, high quality image for interpretation by the Radiologist.
• Promptly notifying management of damaged or malfunctioning x-ray equipment.
• Utilizes 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.
• Maintains accurate patient record keeping by properly identifying images and assuring images are sent to the PACS system correctly.

• Completion of formal training in an approved School of Radiologic Technology and maintains Certification through the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT).
• NYS license (or able to obtain license prior to starting)
• 2 years of X-ray Technologist experience
• Level 1 trauma center experience
• 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.
• BLS
• Experience using c-arm/o-arm in the past 8 months
• Must have recent OR experience.

Salary : $65 - $70