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Position Summary:
We have an exciting opportunity to join our team as a Faculty Group Practice X-Ray Technologist.

Responsible for performing medically prescribed radiographic procedures.

Job Responsibilities:

Performs other duties as assignedMaintains supplies and cleanliness of space restocks supplies as needed Notifies supervisor of any shortage of any suppliesAssists section in completion of special projects reports and activitiesMaintains cooperative and professional relationships with patients physicians nurses and office and clinical staffDemonstrates skill in equipment setup utilization and proper maintenance procedure Performs visual and manual quality control checks of X-ray equipment including monitors used for routine dictation/reading of clinical images Uses imaging and peripheral equipment in a safe and productive manner in accordance with prescribed hospital departmental and manufacturers procedures Observes and reports any malfunctioning of the equipment and notifies appropriate persons in case of missing or damaged equipmentIs able to recognize a medical emergency and notifies nurse PA and/or MD immediately Demonstrates knowledge of proper radiation safety procedures and incorporates them into the performance of all radiographic procedures Uses gonadal shielding on all patients whenever possible Restricts beam to the smallest possible area ensuring the least possible exposure to the patient without compromising quality Eliminates the possibility of accidental exposures to x-ray by all persons Maintains radiation detection badges and rings appropriately and returns them as requiredUnderstands the image processing software performs segmentation and analysis of images to generate reports and transmits the images to PACS and the electronic medical recordGenerates high-quality hard copies of images when necessary Uses efficient methods and completes examinations assigned in a reasonable amount of timeMaintains cleanliness of radiographic area Prepares equipment and supplies in advance for future exams Makes alterations in work schedule for STAT and emergency cases Is able to alter work patterns to satisfy the needs of the patient and medical staffFollows special instructions indicated on the radiographic requisitionIndependently implements patient procedures in accordance with departmental protocols and standardsExplains the procedure and equipment to the patient clearlyAnswers patient questions to ensure understanding and patient satisfactionProvides patient comfort before during and after the procedure and maintains an ongoing rapport with the patient throughout the procedure to ease any anxiety the patient may haveProvides for patient privacy at all timesPositions patient and radiographic equipment appropriate to the body parts to be radiographed and adjusts equipment settings accordingly to ensure maximum information is obtainedUses lead markers appropriately Follows accepted radiologic proceduresEnsures that all X-rays completed are of high quality Uses positioning and immobilizing devices to improve radiographic qualityConsiders a variety of protocols and rationale in determining radiographic positioning and technique Uses standard procedures to identify the correct patient using two identifiers full name and birth dateChecks patient wristbands by name to ensure patient ID matches examination requisitionCalls patient by last name asking patient to confirm their identity by stating their first name Introduces self to the patientReviews patient's requisition and understands the type of exam required by each requisition and confers with medical staff regarding clarification when necessarySeeks information or asks for assistance from supervisor regarding difficult or questionable resultsFollows accepted radiologic procedures and uses medical information to determine the type of protocol required for radiographic examinationConsult policy and procedure manuals and/or other reference materials as necessary to ensure actions conform to established protocolsFollows special instructions indicated on the radiographic requisitionRecognizes the need for and follows isolation precautions Effectively assesses patients information and status and follows appropriate procedures accordinglyDemonstrates knowledge of the HIS and can access patient data for verification of ordersCompetent in scheduling exams in RIS from the order entry queue and/or demonstrates the ability to modify exams when necessaryIs knowledgeable of the total cycle of RIS patient tracking Follows departmental policy of documenting begin completion and departure times when appropriate in the RISHas working knowledge of film library functionsDemonstrates ability to access patient information such as appointment times type of exam and patient reportsMaintains confidentiality on matters to which they are privilegedDemonstrates knowledge of the hospital and radiology information systems as they relate to radiologyCorrectly chooses appropriate patient information from the HIS/RIS system by HIPAA regulations

Minimum Qualifications:
To qualify you must have a Certificate from an accredited School of Radiologic Technology. New York State license or temporary permit to practice Diagnostic Radiology Certified by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists ARRT High School diploma or equivalent. 

Required Licenses: Am Registry Of Radiologic Tech

Preferred Qualifications:
College Graduate

Qualified candidates must be able to effectively communicate with all levels of the organization.

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NYU Langone Health provides a salary range to comply with the New York State Law on Salary Transparency in Job Advertisements. The salary range for the role is $85,325.36 - $95,925.36 Annually. Actual salaries depend on a variety of factors, including experience, specialty, education, and hospital needs. The salary range or contractual rate listed does not include bonuses/incentives, differential pay, or other forms of compensation or benefits.

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