What are the responsibilities and job description for the Radiology Tech position at Hackensack Meridian Mountainside Medical Center?
Overview
Join our team as a variable shift, PRN, Radiology Technologist in Montclair, NJ.
Why Join Us?
Thrive in a People-First Environment and Make Healthcare Better
- Thrive: We empower our team with career growth opportunities and resources that support your wellness, education, and financial well-being.
- People-First: We prioritize your well-being with a supportive, inclusive culture where you are valued and cared for.
- Make Healthcare Better: We use advanced technology to support our team and enhance patient care.
Get to Know Your Team:
- Hackensack Meridian Mountainside Medical Center is an 820,000-square-foot facility that offers the latest medical programs, cutting-edge technology, and patient-focused care that includes 365 beds, 1,200 employees and a 27-bed Emergency Room/Fast Track Unit.
Responsibilities
- The Radiologic Technologist is responsible for obtaining diagnostic radiographic examinations at a technical level.
- Identify each patient prior to exam utilizing two patient identifiers according to hospital policy
- Gain patient cooperation by reducing anxieties; providing explanations of treatment; answering questions
- Perform portable x-ray examinations in patient rooms, operating rooms, and emergency room
- Provide lead protective shield for patients reducing radiation exposure as low as reasonably achievable
- Accept all assignments as prescribed by the Medical Imaging Coordinator regarding room assignment and work to be completed
- Enter data utilizing electronic medical records
- Prepare examination and treatment rooms with necessary instruments
- Maintain policies and procedures as they relate to HIPAA compliance
- Perform any and all other duties assigned
Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Must have NJ Diagnostic Radiology licensure, ARRT and BLS certifications
- Two (2) years of experience as a Radiology Technician.
