Medical Imaging Technologist

Salary Range: $28.88– $40.00 hourly, based on experience and qualifications About Saratoga Hospital At Saratoga Hospital , we’ve built a reputation for high-quality, compassionate care and a commitment to the health and well-being of our community. As part of the Albany Med Health System, we combine advanced technology with a deeply personal approach—creating a supportive environment for patients, staff, and providers alike. We believe that exceptional care starts with exceptional people. About the Role We’re looking for a dedicated Medical Imaging Technologistto join our team and help us continue delivering the level of care our patients and families deserve. In this role, you’ll be a vital part of our clinical team, ensuring excellent service, collaboration, and patient outcomes in a fast-paced healthcare environment. As the Medical Imaging Technologist, you will p erformall radiographic procedures efficiently using various imaging modalities (routine radiography, digital and spot fluoroscopy, mobile imaging, trauma, surgical, tomography) at a technical level that requires independent judgment. You will also participatein student teaching. What You’ll Do Imaging: Responsible for performing radiology exams as ordered by providers to assist in the treatment and diagnosis of patients. Operates Digital x-ray equipment to perform diagnostic procedures according to MI department protocol. Positions and performs diagnostic x-ray according to established policy and protocol and according to patient’s age specific needs. Patient Care: Provides care and service to patients which meet their age specific needs. Ensures appropriate radiation safety techniques are utilized on all patients. Communication: Obtains and relays pertinent patient history to radiologist. Maintains accurate patient log for permanent records. Verifies physician order and ensure that patients are properly identified and prepared for exams. Equipment/Stock Maintenance: Maintains stock level in Medical Imaging area and reports special purchase orders to Medical Imaging Supervisor. Takes appropriate action in the event of equipment failure; following Radiology downtime protocol. Technical: Ensures all studies are networked via PACS system immediately upon completion of exam. Responsible for promptly entering data into the Meditech system upon procedure completion. Performs daily Quality Assurance and reports any problems to service engineer. Deliver compassionate, patient-centered care in alignment with Saratoga Hospital values Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to support health, healing, and service excellence Perform clinical responsibilities with a focus on safety, quality, and efficiency Use hospital systems and tools to document care and support operations Continuously seek opportunities to improve processes and support patient and staff satisfaction Serve as a positive, professional representative of our hospital and community What You Bring Graduate of an AMA approved School of Radiologic Technology. Licensure by the New York State Department of Health. For employees hired after 1/1/10 must obtain Certification and registration by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (A.R.R.T) within 1 year of start date. BLS required. Strong communication and teamwork skills Commitment to providing patient-first, high-quality service Comfort working in a fast-paced, collaborative environment Why Saratoga Hospital A caring, community-focused culture rooted in teamwork and trust Supportive leadership that invests in your development and well-being Opportunities to grow within the Albany Med Health System We are an equal opportunity employer and strongly encourage individuals of all backgrounds and experiences to apply. If you’re passionate about healthcare and community service—even if you don’t meet every qualification listed,we’d still love to hear from you. #J-18808-Ljbffr Saratoga-Hospital