Radiology Technologist

Part time evening position 4pm-12am Monday-Friday. Alternating weekends and holidays

• The Radiology Technologist is responsible for producing radiographs of various parts of the body. Positions patients under the X-Ray machine and regulates technical factors to produce radiographs.
• Assists radiologists in X-Ray procedures; prepares patients, draws contrast media, mixes barium and maintains daily work log.
• Position and transfers patients to and from x-ray table using proper safety techniques. Select proper technical factors for examination.
• Develop film by automatic or daylight processing. Assist physician in administering opaque media and during fluoroscopy exams.
• Mixes barium for contrast exams.
• Draw up contrast media for opaque exams using sterile technique.
• Dispose of biomedical waste using CDC and OSHA guidelines.
• Maintain daily worksheet for assigned room.
• Maintain orderliness and cleanliness of assigned rooms.
• Rotate radiographic / fluoroscopic / OR room when assigned. Maintain adequate room supplies s / respiratory and suction tubing.
• Must follow all Federal, State and hospital health safety codes especially in reference to Radiation, electrical and mechanical safety.
• Provides explanation of test to patient. Obtains signature on consent form.
• Required to use a particulate respirator (mask) when exposed to patients with suspected of known TB.
• Review and incorporate the Hospital and Department Mission Statements in daily work activities as well as QA goals, procedures and models.

Qualifications :

• Graduate of an approved school for Radiologic Technology.
• Current NYS license / registration in Radiologic Technology.
• ARRT registered.
• Strong verbal communications and customer service orientation.
4 days ago