Radiology Technologist, Orthopedics

Radiologic Technologist

Location: White Plains, New York

Department: WPHPA CAMs Orthopedics & Spine Surgery_8

Work Shift: Day

Work Days: MON-FRI

Scheduled Hours: 8 AM-4 PM

Hours Per Pay Period: 75

Pay Rate/Range: $42.6869 to $64.0304

Job Summary The Radiologic Technologist will work under the supervision of the Director and/or designee. Performs routine and some special procedure imaging. Prepares patient for procedures. Assists Radiologists when needed. Prepares, operates and cares for the equipment being used. Develops/processes film/CDs when needed. Adheres to established radiology "standards of care". Applies principles of radiation protection, when appropriate to minimize exposure to patient, self and others. Assumes responsibility for assigned area and duties. Adheres to practice wide customer service programs. Performs other duties as assigned, such as quality assurance. Performs diagnostic and some special procedure medical radiographic images. Exercises professional judgment in performance of procedures.

Essential Functions

• Understands and adheres to the WPH Performance Standards, Policies and Behaviors.
• Prepares and positions patients correctly for specific examinations, observing different and special requirements for each protocol including proper documentation on images and required body part questionnaires.
• Assumes responsibilities for designated areas and/ or procedures and produces good technical images, reviewing completed exams for quality, completeness for the type of test ordered.
• Assists physicians during practice-based procedures as necessary.
• Performs equipment Quality assurance and calibrations as needed, orders supplies.
• May be required to work holidays, overtime and/or day, evening and overnight shift coverage to help maintain adequate and safe coverage for the outpatient facility.
• Maintains the cleanliness of all work areas, equipment and accessories. Reports all malfunctioning equipment to Bio Med or supervisor.
• Processes images or prints CD's if needed.
• Performs routine office tasks, such as answering phones, checking-in patients, obtaining previous reports/films, or other related duties as needed.
• Shows Radiologist films and calls reports to the attending physician and documents communications if necessary (wet readings).
• Provides clinical instructions to students.
• Will treat all people/staff in a professional and courteous manner, upholding the WPH's behavioral standards.
• Introduces self and educates each patient or family member regarding the examination that is ordered.
• Knowledgeable and skillful in providing care, based on age, physical and psychosocial needs of different patient populations including neonate/newborn, pediatric/adolescent, adults and geriatric groups.
• Performs other related duties as required, attends staff meetings and in-services.
• Coverage rotation to other outpatient sites.
• Duties and hours may change according to the needs of the offsite practice.
• Position is eligible for specialty certification compensation.

Qualifications

• High School Required and Certificate graduate of an allied health education and accredited radiography school or hospital-based program. Required
• 1-3 years Preferred
• Must be able to work in environment with continuous interruptions. (High proficiency)
• Must be able to assess and respond to rapidly changing situational needs of patients, department and hospital. (High proficiency)
• Must be able to adapt in a high stress and fast-paced environment with multiple interruptions. (High proficiency)
• Must be able to detect sounds and respond to emergency sounds/signals at all times. (High proficiency)
• Must be able to constantly operate computer, equipment and other devices. (High proficiency)
• Position requires ability to concentrate on fine detail with interruptions and attend to tasks for more than sixty (60) minutes at a time. (High proficiency)
• Individual must be able to understand and relate to theories behind several related concepts and remember multiple tasks given during the course of a day. (High proficiency)
• Continuing education requirements need to be upheld to meet the standards set forth by governing bodies. Current standards are 24 CE credits over a two-year period depending on year of birth.
• ARRT - American Registry of Radiologic Technologists ARRT-RT and/or registered RT (R) Upon Hire Required and
• BLS - American Heart Association within 90 Days Required and
• NY State DOH Licensure or Limited Permit required Upon Hire Required and
• DOH IV certification preferred or by completion of 6 month orientation. within 180 Days Required and
• Radiation dose pledge for both Image Gently and Image Wisely through the American College of Radiology (ACR) will be performed during the orientation process and before end of probationary period (6M). within 180 Days Required

White Plains Hospital Medical Center is an equal employment opportunity employer. White Plains Hospital Medical Center will recruit, hire, train, transfer, promote, layoff and discharge associates in all job classifications without regard to their race, color, religion, national origin, age, gender, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic predisposition or carrier status, pregnancy, military status, marital status, or partnership status, or any other characteristic protected by law.