X-Ray Technician Job Rochester area,City of Rochester New York USA,Healthcare

Location: City of Rochester

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Type:
Contract
Job Level: Experienced Non-Manager
Pay: $0.00 - $0.00

Opportunity Description

X-Ray Technologist Responsibilities:

Verifying patients' identity and reviewing physicians’ orders before beginning x-ray procedures.

Using x-ray equipment to take radiographic images of patients' bones, tissues, and organs as per physicians’ written orders.

Explaining x-ray procedures to patients and answering their questions.

Positioning patients accordingly, which may include lifting and moving patients with limited mobility.

Handling all radiologic equipment safely and properly, keeping dose to patient as low as possible.

Observing each patient’s status and interpreting the appropriate information needed to meet his or her age-specific needs.

Producing a diagnostic, high quality image for interpretation by the Radiologist.

Promptly notifying management of damaged or malfunctioning x-ray equipment.

Utilizing electronic patient information systems to verify patient name, date, appropriate exam, and any special exam specific comments from the provider. Understanding and practicing the Dual patient identifier procedure.

Maintaining accurate patient record keeping by properly identifying images and assuring images are sent to the PACS system correctly.

X-Ray Technologist Requirements:

Completion of formal training in an approved School of Radiologic Technology and maintains Certification through the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT).

NYS license (or able to obtain license prior to starting).

2 years of X-ray Technologist experience.

Comfortable in the OR and with some portables.

Ability to move or lift patients.

Ability to stand for extended periods.

Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.

Effective written and verbal communication skills.

A patient and compassionate disposition.

Team player who can maintain a cohesive working environment.

Additional Requirements:

BLS
Experience using c-arm/o-arm in the past 8 months

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