Radiologic Technologist - Level 1

Marketing Statement NYC Health + Hospitals/Metropolitan is the community hospital of choice for residents of East Harlem, northern Manhattan, and neighboring communities. The hospital provides culturally-sensitive care in a welcoming and hospitable setting, emphasizing primary care medicine and utilizing the latest advances in medical science. Metropolitan delivers high quality health services with compassion, dignity, and respect to all, without exception. Since its founding in 1875, the hospital has been affiliated with New York Medical College, representing the oldest partnership between a hospital and a private medical school in the United States. Metropolitan is a part of the NYC Health + Hospitals, the largest municipal hospital and health care system in the country. Purpose of Position This class of positions encompasses responsible clinical and administrative work of varying degrees of difficulty and responsibility involving day-to-day tasks of an operating segment of the Radiology department in the delivery of radiological services. Operates x‑ray equipment, develops images, and prepares radiological areas, equipment, supplies and contrast materials. All personnel perform related work. Under supervision, operates x‑ray equipment, develops images, and prepares radiological areas, equipment, supplies and contrast materials. Examples of Typical Tasks Prepares radiological area, equipment, contrast materials and supplies, as needed for patients. Prepares patient for x‑ray, explains procedures, transfers patient to table, positions patient and assists patient at end of procedures. Follows prescribed techniques to administer general and specific x‑rays. Adjusts equipment, determines proper voltage, current and desired exposure time, arranges immobilization and support devices to obtain position of patient, adjusts lead shield, and selects proper imaging techniques. Develops images in accordance with photographic techniques. Observes patient and machine during procedure and reports unusual occurrences and records patient’s condition. Maintains supplies, equipment and required records. Transports and uses mobile x‑ray equipment in patient care area as required. Follows all proper radiation, patient, and employee safety protocols; adheres to all appropriate radiation prevention, containment, and control measures. Effectively uses electronic medical records (EMR) to document patient encounters and access pertinent patient data and imaging results. Minimum Qualifications Assignment Level I Valid temporary permit to practice Diagnostic Radiography as a Radiologic Technologist issued by the New York State Department of Health (NYSDOH). #J-18808-Ljbffr NYC Health + Hospitals