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Job description
Montefiore Medical Center is seeking a Radiology Technician for a job in Fort Lee, New Jersey.
Job Description & Requirements
Montefiore Medical Center is seeking a Radiology Technician for a job in Fort Lee, New Jersey.
Specialty: Radiology Technician
Discipline: Allied Health Professional
Start Date: ASAP
Duration: Ongoing
Employment Type: Staff
City/State:
Bronx, New York
Grant Funded:
No
Department:
RAD - Operations Wakefield
Bargaining Unit:
1199
Work Shift:
Evening
Work Days:
ALTERNATE WEEKENDS
Scheduled Hours:
4 PM-12 AM
Scheduled Daily Hours:
7.5 HOURS
Hourly Rate:
$46.11
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Under the direction of the Chief Technologist, performs necessary imaging studies at a technical level not requiring constant supervision of technical detail. Performs a variety of technical procedures that will require independent judgment, with ingenuity and initiative to apply prescribed ionizing radiation for imaging diagnosis. Assumes responsibility for designated areas or procedures as required. Provides leadership role for staff technologists. Assigns work to staff technologist and is generally responsible for traffic control in technical area.
Saturday and Sunday every other weekend.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Patient and Room Preparation: This task includes a) entering patient data into Epic and other appropriate computer systems as necessary. b) Placing the patient on the procedure table in the correct position for the procedure to be performed. c) Obtain appropriate scout film for procedure. d) Appropriate positioning of monitors, foot switches, table controls and lighting for procedure to be performed.
Obtain cut film and digital images: This task includes the proper setting of exposures factors and imaging equipment to obtain high quality images for diagnosis by the radiologist.
Direct involvement during procedure: This task involves a) the assistance at the side of the interventional radiologist handling sterile equipment as needed. b) Constant attention to the progression of the procedure while in the control room, monitoring exposure factors, fluoro time, etc. c) Involved with operating injector when necessary.
Maintain adherence to imaging workflow in Epic and Philips Vue (PACS). This includes tracking exams in Epic throughout all steps in the process. Also, verifying images in PACS to ensure the patient, exam type, labeling and orientation are correct.
Photographing and processing of images: This task includes photographing and labeling digital images, processing and displaying final images on viewing machines for radiologist interpretation.
Maintain all necessary records of films, fluoro time, injections, etc.
Observe all rules and regulations regarding radiation safety for patients and staff.
Assist in training other associates and students.
Maintain orderliness and cleanliness of assigned area.
Perform duties of a 5T and/or 4T technologist as needed.
Perform other related assigned tasks.
REQUIREMENTS:
Associate's Degree
Minimum 2 years work experience
Satisfactory completion of a formal radiologic technology training in and meets the requirements for certification by the ARRT.
ARRT certification
Licensed by State of NY DOH as Radiologic Technologist with Injection
Knowledge of Radiographic exposure equipment.
Ability to understand oral and written instructions stated in radiologic and medical terms and to exchange information with patients and hospital staff.
Spatial perception to visualize inner structures of the human body in relation to x-ray source and receptor in order to obtain radiographic and digital images of diagnostic value.
Knowledge of principles and procedures of angiographic and interventional radiological examinations.
Trained in the use of immobilizing techniques and devices for neonates, infants and children. Also, trained in management of elderly patients undergoing radiographic examinations.
Communicates with patients in a manner which demonstrates understanding of the patient’s developmental/cognitive level.
PREFERRED QUALITIES:
KnowledgeofPACS – Vue,Epic tracking equipment
Montefiore Medical Center is an equal employment opportunity employer. Montefiore Medical Center will recruit, hire, train, transfer, promote, layoff and discharge associates in all job classifications without regard to their race, color, religion, creed, national origin, alienage or citizenship status, age, gender, actual or presumed disability, history of disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic predisposition or carrier status, pregnancy, military status, marital status, or partnership status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Montefiore Medical Center Job ID #JR . Posted job title: Technician X Ray-Wakefield
About Montefiore Medical Center
Montefiore, the University Hospital for Albert Einstein College of Medicine, is one of nation's largest academic medical centers. Those who work here are driven by a passion to serve and a desire to provide excellent care to all. We are agrowing organization and one of New York’s top employers.
Join us as we further our reputation as a leader in clinical care, healthcare research, education and social commitment.
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Worksite address
fort lee, NJ, 07024, US
Who can apply
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