Radiology Technologist

**City/State:**New Rochelle, New York**Grant Funded:**No**Department:**MNR Interventional Radiology**Bargaining Unit:**1199**Work Shift:**Night**Work Days:**ALTERNATE WORK SCHEDULE**Scheduled Hours:**12 AM-8 AM**Scheduled Daily Hours:**7.5 HOURS**Hourly Rate:**$39.05For positions that have only a rate listed, the displayed rate is the hiring rate but could be subject to change based on shift differential, experience, education or other relevant factors.To learn more about the “Montefiore Difference” – who we are at Montefiore and all that we have to offer our associates, please click . **Job Summary** Under the direction of radiologist and supervision of the Chief Technologist, performs CT, radiographic and fluoro procedures at a technical level not requiring constant supervision of technical detail. Performs a variety of technical procedures that will require independent judgement, with ingenuity and initiative to apply prescribed ionizing radiation for imaging diagnosis. Educates patients by describing and explaining the procedures as it relates to them **Essential Functions*** Patient and Room Preparation: This task includes (a) Proper Identification of Patient. Use at least 2 patient identifiers. (b) Practices AIDET Acknowledge, Introduce, Duration, Explaination and Thank You. (c) Entering patient data to RIS and other appropriate computer systems as necessary (d) Placing the patient on the scan table in the correct posiition for the scan to be performed ( e) Choosing the appropriate Protocol based on the body part to be examined. (f) Obtain appropriate scout image for procedure. Able to recognize normal as well as abnormal pathology.* Obtain cross sectional images: This task includes the proper setting of protocols and sequences to obtain high quality images for diagnosis by the radiologist. View all exams to assure image quality* Direct involvement during procedure: This task involves. a) Assisting the radiologist during procedures as needed. (b) Contstant attention to the progression of the procedure while in the control room, monitoring progression of biopsy procedure. c) Prepare syringes with IV contrast using aseptic technique* Post processing of scan data, including, retrospective, coronal, mips and sagittal reformats.* Maintain all necessary records of consent metiformin, pregnancy verification forms.* Observe all rules and regulations regarding radiation safety for patients and staff* Performs Quality Improvement.* Performs terminal cleaning and maintains cleaning log. (PDI Sani-cloth)* Monitor and maintain performance of all equipment.* Correlation of x-rays, lab results and other clinical data.* Practices SBAR - Situation Background Assessment and Recommendation.* Follows downtime procedures. **Qualifications*** High School Required* AS Preferred* Radiographic exposure equipment.* ARRT Required* Registered Radiologic Technologist - Injection Required* Certification by the ARRT (CT) Required Montefiore New Rochelle Hospital is an equal employment opportunity employer. Montefiore New Rochelle Hospital will recruit, hire, train, transfer, promote, layoff and discharge associates in all job classifications without regard to their race, color, religion, creed, national origin, alienage or citizenship status, age, gender, actual or presumed disability, history of 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.### Employee BenefitsWe apply our standard of excellence to all that we do, including our benefits.* Medical insurance, including prescription plan, dental and vision* Flexible spending accounts* Paid time off for illness, vacation and holidays* Life, accident and business travel insurance* Employee assistance program (EAP)* Disability benefits to protect your income* Tax Deferred Annuity 403(b)Employees also have access to an assortment of insurance products and discount programs through Voluntary Benefits.Click to see the comprehensive benefits available to those who join our outstanding team. Through this link, you can find detailed benefits plan information, including rates, for non-union associates, NYSNA RNs and house staff. (1199 Union Benefits information is shared at their member benefits orientation upon hire.) #J-18808-Ljbffr