Technologist, Radiologic

Overview Performs radiographs for the purpose of diagnosing disease in patients. Responsibilities Conduct x-ray examinations in accordance with the highest standard of safety, courtesy, morality, and privacy. Responsible for the care of the patient during the performance of the x-ray examination in accordance with medical staff instructions. Render emergency assistance if needed. Applying proper patient identification and labeling of images using indelible markers. Acquires x-ray images as ordered and indicated on the Radiology Information System (RIS) or as on the printed Control sheet. Process high quality diagnostic images so Radiologist can use them to make clinical diagnosis for continuation of patient care. Accurately enter patient identifying information into RIS/PACS/Modality. Provide adequate radiation protection measures for patients. Maintain imaging room in clean, neat condition. Notify Supervisors and co-workers of equipment issues, maintenance needs that may contribute to reduction in safety of the patient or other hospital employees. Perform other duties as required. Qualifications Education: High School diploma or equivalent required. Graduate from an X-Ray technologist program. Experience: No prior experience required. Knowledge and Skills: Familiar with the needs of all infants, pediatric, adolescent, adult and geriatric patients. Must know and use proper exposure techniques for all examinations to produce radiographs according to standards set by Director and Attending Radiologist. Must know and follow rules and regulations regarding radiographic techniques. Able to read and follow identified tests related to imaging. Ability to fully utilize OBH Radiology electronic record systems, equipment and other healthcare and billing systems relevant to this position. Licenses, Certifications: Current NY State License for X-Ray technology, required. Or must have completed an accredited course, issued a temporary license, and obtain NY State license within six (6) months from the issuance date of the temporary license. Physical Requirements: Position requires prolonged periods of standing, reaching, walking throughout the working day. Position will be required to stoop, bend, lift, and carry items weighing or exerting force up to 75 pounds. The salary range and/or hourly rate listed is a good faith determination of potential base compensation that may be offered to a successful applicant for this position at the time of this job advertisement and can be modified in the future. When determining a team member’s base salary and/or rate, several factors may be considered as applicable (e.g., site, specialty, service line, years of relevant experience, education, credentials, negotiated contracts, budget and internal equity). Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The statements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees and are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. Furthermore, they do not establish a contract for employment and are subject to change at the discretion of One Brooklyn Health (OBH). OBH is an equal opportunity employer, it is our policy to provide equal opportunity to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, marital status, military status, age, gender, sexual orientation, disability or handicap or other characteristics protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. #J-18808-Ljbffr One Brooklyn Health System Inc.