What are the responsibilities and job description for the X-Ray Technologist position at Wyckoff Heights Medical Center?
Union:1199
Days: Mon - Fri (Alt. Weekends)
Shift: 3pm - 11pm
Hourly Rate: $43.4697
Performs various technical procedures requiring independent judgment with ingenuity and initiative to apply diagnosis. Performs duties according to the age and condition of the patient. Assumes responsibility for designated areas or procedures as required. Possesses knowledge of human growth and development.
- Operates mobile equipment and provides services in the QR.
- Maintain daily QC and other adequate records as directed.
- Positions and transfers patients to the examination table.
- Provides immobilization devices as required.
- Selects proper technical factors on an individual basis.
- Demonstrates thorough knowledge of all diagnostic equipment used within the department or satellite areas. All necessary equipment. Is used properly and with professionalism. Use initiative when reporting equip. Malfunctions to supervisors or service organize.
- Operates stationery and mobile X-ray equipment and processes images according to established procedures and send them to PACS.
- Protects in accordance with prescribed safety standards.
- Assists physicians in preparing and administering contrast media for various special procedures.
- Responsible for delegated areas of authority in the performance of routine or special procedures.
- Practices sterile techniques and adheres to infection control policies.
- Provides a variety of technical procedures that will require independent judgement with ingenuity and initiative to apply diagnosis.
- Performs all other duties as required.
Position Requirements:
- This position requires a minimum formal education of High School Diploma or equivalent and a and Job-Related minimum of 1 year job-related experience.
- Desired (not required) criteria include: Completion of formal radiologic technology training in AMA approved school. One year experience as Staff technologist; comparable hospital setting preferred.
- License, Radiologist Technology, NYS & ARRT Certification.
Salary : $43
