X-Ray Technologist

About Us

We're Maimonides Health, Brooklyn's largest healthcare system, serving over 250,000 patients each year through the system's 3 hospitals, 1800 physicians and healthcare professionals, more than 80 community-based practices and outpatient centers. At Maimonides Health, our core values H.E.A.R.T drives everything we do. We uphold and maintain Honesty, Empathy, Accountability, Respect, and Teamwork to empower our talented team, engage our respective communities and adhere to Planetree's philosophy of patient-centered care. The system is anchored by Maimonides Medical Center, one of the nation's largest independent teaching hospitals and home to centers of excellence in numerous specialties; Maimonides Midwood Community Hospital (formerly New York Community Hospital), a 130-bed adult medical-surgical hospital; and Maimonides Children's Hospital, Brooklyn's only children's hospital and only pediatric trauma center. Maimonides' clinical programs rank among the best in the country for patient outcomes, including its Heart and Vascular Institute, Neuroscience Institute, Boneand Joint Center, and Cancer Center. Maimonides is an affiliate of Northwell Health and a major clinical training site for SUNY Downstate College of Medicine.
Overview

Under the direction of a Radiologist, this role performs a variety of imaging procedures while ensuring adherence to patient safety protocols. Serves as the first point of contact for patients, supporting the successful delivery of imaging services. Actively participates in Quality Assurance (QA) and Quality Improvement (QI) initiatives.

• Schedule: Saturday & Sunday
• Shift: 12:00 AM - 8:00 AM
• Hours: 15 hours per week

Responsibilities

• Perform and obtain high-quality radiographs for inpatient, outpatient, emergency room, and portable examinations using approved imaging equipment
• Ensure patient care and safety throughout imaging procedures, minimizing risks related to radiation exposure, electrical hazards, and equipment use in accordance with ALARA principles
• Utilize Radiology Information System (RIS), EMR, and transport tracking systems to accurately track patient workflow and documentation
• Assist Radiologists during fluoroscopy procedures and operate imaging equipment within the scope of licensure and training, including fixed and mobile X-ray and fluoroscopy units
• Transport patients to and from X-ray rooms as needed, ensuring safe handling and positioning
• Support the training and orientation of students, new hires, and ancillary personnel
• Deliver age-appropriate patient care while adhering to departmental policies, quality assurance standards, infection control practices, and professional communication expectations
• Perform imaging procedures in accordance with established departmental protocols while ensuring patient comfort and safety
• Maintain accurate patient records and complete required clerical tasks, including image uploads, CD creation, and image transfers
• Ensure a clean, safe, and functional imaging environment by performing safety and quality control checks, maintaining equipment and records, and reporting equipment issues as needed

Qualifications

• Graduation from an AMA-approved School of Radiologic Technology required
• Current ARRT certification required or eligibility to obtain within 90 days of hire
• Current New York State license as a Registered Radiological Technologist required or eligibility to obtain within 6 months of hire
• Current BCLS certification required (American Red Cross or American Heart Association); new employees must obtain within 6 months of hire
• Current ARRT certification required in accordance with the Maimonides-1199 Agreement (effective October 1, 2021)
• Completion of clinical experience required by ARRT to be registry eligible
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Ability to speak, read, and write English as required for the position

Pay Range

USD $48.20 - USD $58.44 /Hr.
Equal Employment Opportunity Employer

Maimonides Medical Center (MMC) is an equal opportunity employer.