Position Overview: The X-Ray Technologist I is responsible for performing the primary diagnostic examination to either diagnose or decide the optimal procedure that will best help the patient. This also includes creating a tranquil environment, so patients will be able to adhere to examination instructions.

Essential Functions:

• Identify anatomical orientation on all required images and assures proper file identification on all images
• Demonstrate competency performing all radiographic procedures and the operation of all related equipment
• Greet patients, obtain history, and enters information in computer system
• Perform x-rays at the optimal quality
• Demonstrate patient care; make sure to protect patient as best as possible from excessive radiation
• Observe patient vital signs during examination
• Provide coverage as needed (i.e. in the event of call outs or extended patient schedules).
• Provide instruction/mentoring to new hires.
• Maintain CPR certification
• Perform procedures in compliance with Standards of Care, facility and regulatory requirements, and ARRT Standards of Ethics
• Maintain quality standards as it relates to HIPPA regulations
• Demonstrate a positive patient experience; share information with patients, providing knowledge about the procedure; ensuring they are aware of follow-up steps and requirements
• Demonstrate a positive experience from the referring providers; providing excellent quality
• Consistently submit images of diagnostic quality without recommendation of additional image acquisition; performs quality assurance on images and equipment; demonstrates competency in utilizing systems
• Make decisions authoritatively and wisely after adequately contemplating various available courses of action
• Contribute to efficient out-patient Operations, maximizing the productivity of assigned modality
• Utilize sterile techniques preventing contamination
• Review each examination for technical accuracy, presents completed examinations to radiologist, and communicates pertinent data to persons responsible for the care of patients following the procedure
• Demonstrate teamwork; interacts in a positive manner with employees and contributes to a collaborative work environment
• Meet or exceed deadlines, follows through, demonstrating accountability, flexibility and adaptability
• Enhance professional growth and maintain certifications, registration and active CME’s through education programs, conferences, and workshops
• Maintain the cleanliness of examination rooms.

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Associate degree or Baccalaureate degree in radiography, radiation therapy, or nuclear medicine preferred.
• ARRT (American Registry of Radiologic Technologist)® certified & NY State license in Radiologic Technology.
• One to four years of experience in as general radiologic technologist preferred.
• Ability to follow oral and written instructions.
• Ability to communicate with patients, visitors, and employees within the organization. 
• Ability to adequately use, or learn to use, the department’s computerized system and its associated devices.

Physical Demands:

• Requires standing and walking for extended periods of time.
• Must be able to lift and carry items weighting up to 50 pounds.
• Must be able to lift patients weighting up to 300 pounds and place them in appropriate positions for operation of equipment.

• Requires eyesight correctable to 20/20 to operate equipment and review developed films.

Core customers and key relationships

• Patients
• Patients Families and Friends
• Physicians and Other Medical Staff
• External Medical Partners

Hours: Monday-Friday 8am -5pm