About NYC Health + Hospitals
Kings County Hospital Center has a rich legacy for its pioneering role in medicine. Today, with over 625 beds, our hospital remains on the cutting edge of technology and provides the most modern procedures with state-of-the-art equipment.
Built in 1831 as a one room infirmary for publicly supported care of the sick, Kings County Hospital Center continues to be a leading healthcare facility whose mission is to provide care to everyone regardless of their ability to pay.
The hospital provides a wide range of health services, and specialties are offered in all fields of modern medicine. More than 200 clinics provide a wide array of ambulatory care services.
At NYC Health + Hospitals, our mission is to deliver high quality care health services, without exception. Every employee takes a person-centered approach that exemplifies the ICARE values (Integrity, Compassion, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence) through empathic communication and partnerships between all persons.
Work Shifts
8am-4 : 00pm
Job Description
AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITIES
Under direct supervision, coordinates assistance with the Client Navigators and clerical staff. Able to check-in patient procedure and performs the mammography imaging studies as per clinician recommendation.
Schedule patient procedure and performs work related to breast imaging. Will maintain and coordinate the availability of mammography services with other services, clinics or other facilities and locations under his / her jurisdiction.
Reports to the Mammography Coordinating Manager.
SUMMARY OF DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Review exam orders, consult with radiologist, schedule patients and arrange for transportation as indicated
- Identify patient and document all information pertinent to final report in the RIS and PACS
- Prepare all patients (adults and geriatric) for radiological procedures requested by the clinician. Arrange for proper protection of patients, public and staff from infectious diseases / materials.
- Oversee the work of ancillary staff. Instruct technical staff and Radiologic Technology students in routine, special positions and procedures.
Assures proper use of equipment through instructions and review.
- Perform examinations in the mammography section during regular and weekend shifts as appropriate. Able to perform general diagnostic exams as appropriate.
- Perform daily checks of Mammography imaging equipment, immobilization devices and other necessary accessories. Reviews daily maintenance, quality assurance and maintains documents and logs as required and mandated by the department and various regulatory agencies.
Perform Quality Assurance and document the records required as directed. (Maintains adequate stocks of supplies and materials needed for use in the department.)
- Conduct inspections and checks equipment for defects and assures proper use of such equipment through instruction and review.
- Report any unexpected patient incidents in accordance with the occurrence report protocol
- Maintain and exercise all mandated radiation safety regulations. Maintain basic care of all the radiographic imaging equipment.
All malfunctions are to be reported to management staff whether mechanical, electrical or suspect and service request documentation completed.
Maintain a clean and safe work environment for both patients and staff.
- Trains and supervises radiology students in proper use of shielding and radiation protection and ensures enforcement of NYS Health Code taws pertaining to radiation protection for patients, public and staff.
- Perform other duties as deemed necessary in the event of emergencies or disaster.
- Attend meetings to review safety, fire, disaster and other hospital and department policies, and confirms that a clean and safe work environment is maintained for both patients and staff.
- Continue professional growth and development of job-related skills on an ongoing basis. Participate in continuing education activities.
- Assist radiologist during radiographic procedures as required.
- Ensure all examinations are accessioned, documented in EPIC and all images sent to PACS. Monitors RIS / PACS incomplete worklists to ensure all exams are completed.
- Maintain a professional demeanor and related to patients, physicians, staff and public in an appropriate manner.
- In accordance with HIPAA (the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act), staff members will exercise due diligence in ensuring patient privacy and confidentiality.
- As required by City, State and Federal regulations exposure to ionizing radiation will be kept As Low As Reasonably Achievable (ALARA)
Minimum Qualifications
1. For Supervisory Assignments : a valid license and current registration to practice Diagnostic Radiography
as a Radiologic Technologist issued by the NYSDOH; and two (2) years of Radiologic Technologist
experience performing duties consistent with Assignment Levels I and II, one (1) year of which must have
been in a supervisory capacity.
2. For Specialized Imaging Assignments : a valid license and current registration to practice Diagnostic
Radiography as a Radiologic Technologist issued by the NYSDOH; and possession of a current advanced level certification for the performance of these procedures.
How To Apply
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NYC Health and Hospitals offers a competitive benefits package that includes :
- Comprehensive Health Benefits for employees hired to work 20+ hrs. per week
- Retirement Savings and Pension Plans
- Loan Forgiveness Programs for eligible employees
- Paid Holidays and Vacation in accordance with employees' Collectively bargained contracts
- College tuition discounts and professional development opportunities
- Multiple employee discounts programs
Vacancy Control Board Number
VCB # : 12142022-0801