Certified X-Ray Technician

Health Plus Management (HPM) is a Physician Support Organization and market leader in clinical practice management in the physical medicine and rehabilitation market with 50 locations serving Westchester, NYC, NJ, Upstate NY and Connecticut. HPM provides independent physician practices specializing in musculoskeletal care with professional business development, marketing and back-office support typically seen in much larger organizations, thereby enabling clients to start and/or grow their private practice beyond what might otherwise be feasible (while maximizing clinical service and patient care).

We are currently looking for a part-time Radiologic Technician/ X-Ray Technologist to perform radiographic diagnostic imaging procedures to assist physicians in the diagnosis of disease and injuries. Operates the radiographic equipment to produce radiographic recorded images of the body. Performs technological functions to ensure the optimal diagnostic quality of patient care utilizing efficient and safe processes.

Responsibilities

• Knowledge of radiographic examinations including procedures that require the use of contrast agents.
• Knowledge of radiographic equipment operation and radiation safety.
• Knowledge of patient transfers and positioning techniques.
• Must be able to closely follow physician instructions and obtain optimal images for diagnosis.
• Must be able to communicate calmly, compassionately, and professionally with all different types of patients exercising excellent customer service skills.
• The ability to work effectively with other employees and maintain a cooperative working relationship intra-departmentally and inter-departmentally.
• The ability to handle multiple tasks.
• The demonstration of ethical and professional conduct, including the ability to maintain confidentiality (HIPAA)
• Establishing personal rapport with potential and actual patients and other persons in a position to understand service requirements.
• Maintain radiology and injection supply inventory by checking stock to determine inventory level; verifying receipt of supplies.
• Maintains safe and clean working environment by complying with procedures, rules, and regulations.
• Gains patient cooperation by reducing anxieties; providing explanations of treatment; answering questions.
• Minimizes radiation to patient and staff by practicing radiation protection techniques, using beam restrictive devices, patient shielding, and knowledge of exposure factors.
• Protects patients and employees by adhering to infection-control policies and protocols; following drug protocols in case of reactions to drugs, such as contrast media, administering first aid, and using the emergency cart.
• Maintains production and quality of radiographs by following established standards and procedures; developing radiographs; observing radiographic results; making necessary adjustments.
• Documents patient care services by charting in patient and department records.

Schedule: Saturdays

Approximate Pay: $35 - 50/ hrs (Depending on experience)