Job Description

Stability Direct is seeking a Radiology Technologist for a job in White Plains, New York.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Radiology Technologist
• Discipline: Allied Health Professional
• Start Date: ASAP
• Duration: Ongoing
• 40 hours per week
• Shift: 8 hours
• Employment Type: Staff

Stability Direct is proud to partner with one of the leading nonprofit hospitals in White Plains, NY. This hospital has been widely recognized for their exceptional culture, world-class physicians, Magnet-designated nurses and passionate employees who make a real difference in the community. They offer tremendous growth opportunities, great benefits, and flexible work schedules.

Radiologic Technologist 

• Salary Range: $38 - $48 / hr 
  
  
• Schedules available: Tues-Sat 4p-12am, M-F 12am-8am, Evening M-F 4pm-12 am, alt w/e, holiday
  

Position Summary

The Radiologic Technologist will work under the supervision of the Director and/or designee. Performs routine and some special procedure imaging. Prepares patient for procedures. Assists Radiologists when needed. Prepares, operates and cares for the equipment being used. Develops/processes film/CDs when needed. Adheres to established radiology “standards of care”. Applies principles of radiation protection, when appropriate to minimize exposure to patient, self and others. Assumes responsibility for assigned area and duties. Adheres to practice wide customer service programs. Performs other duties as assigned, such as quality assurance. Performs diagnostic and some special procedure medical radiographic images. Exercises professional judgment in performance of procedures.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities Include the Following:

• Understands and adheres to the WPH Performance Standards, Policies and Behaviors.
  
  
• Prepares and positions patients correctly for specific examinations, observing different and special requirements for each protocol including proper documentation on images and required body part questionnaires.
  
  
• Assumes responsibilities for designated areas and/ or procedures and produces good technical images, reviewing completed exams for quality, completeness for the type of test ordered.
  
  
• Assists physicians during practice-based procedures as necessary.
  
  
• Performs equipment Quality assurance and calibrations as needed, orders supplies.
  
  
• May be required to work holidays, overtime and/or day, evening and overnight shift coverage to help maintain adequate and safe coverage for the outpatient facility.
  
  
• Maintains the cleanliness of all work areas, equipment and accessories. Reports all malfunctioning equipment to Bio Med or supervisor.
  
  
• Processes images or prints CD’s if needed.
  
  
• Performs routine office tasks, such as answering phones, checking-in patients, obtaining previous reports/films, or other related duties as needed.
  
  
• Shows Radiologist films and calls reports to the attending physician and documents communications if necessary (wet readings).
  
  
• Provides clinical instructions to students.
  
  
• Will treat all people/staff in a professional and courteous manner, upholding the WPH’s behavioral standards.
  
  
• Introduces self and educates each patient or family member regarding the examination that is ordered.
  
  
• Knowledgeable and skillful in providing care, based on age, physical and psychosocial needs of different patient populations including neonate/newborn, pediatric/adolescent, adults and geriatric groups.
  
  
• Performs other related duties as required, attends staff meetings and in-services.
  
  
• Coverage rotation to other outpatient sites.
  
  
• Duties and hours may change according to the needs of the offsite practice.
  
  
• Position is eligible for specialty certification compensation.
  

Education & Experience Requirements

• The Radiologic Technologist must be a graduate of an allied health education and accredited radiography school or hospital-based program. NY State DOH Licensure or Limited Permit required and certification through ARRT-RT and/or registered RT (R)
  
  
• Continuing education requirements need to be upheld to meet the standards set forth by governing bodies. Current standards are 24 CE credits over a two-year period depending on year of birth.
  
  
• DOH IV certification preferred or by completion of 6 month orientation.
  
  
• BLS certification through the (AHA) American Heart Association is required or must be completed with 90 days of hire.
  
  
• Radiation dose pledge for both Image Gently and Image Wisely through the American College of Radiology (ACR) will be performed during the orientation process and before end of probationary period.
  

 

Core Competencies

• Retain composure under stress.
  
  
• Teamwork & Adaptability.
  
  
• Acts as a Professional Role Model.
  
  
• Assessment Skills.
  
  
• Excellent Communication Skills (both verbal and written).
  
  
• Attention to Detail.
  
  
• Planning & Organizing.
  
  
• Sound Problem-Solving, Judgment and Decision-Making Skills.
  
  
• Stress Tolerance.
  

 

Physical/Mental Demands/Requirements & Work Environment:

• May be exposed to chemicals necessary to perform required tasks. Any hazardous chemicals the employee may be exposed to are listed in the hospital’s SDS (Safety Data Sheet) data base and accessed through the hospital’s Intranet site (Employee Tools/SDS Access). A copy of the SDS data base can also be found at the hospital switchboard, saved on a disc.
  
  
• Position requires ability to move about freely at least 85 per cent of the time.
  
  
• Must be able to remain stationary for extended/prolonged periods.
  
  
• Frequently moves/transports objects up to fifty (50) pounds and must be able to move patients of all weights with a minimum of one(1) assist or assistive device/equipment.
  
  
• Must be able to work in environment with continuous interruptions.
  
  
• Must be able to assess and respond to rapidly changing situational needs of patients, department and hospital.
  
  
• Must be able to adapt in a high stress and fast-paced environment with multiple interruptions.
  
  
• Must be able to detect sounds and respond to emergency sounds/signals at all times.
  
  
• Must be able to constantly operate computer, equipment and other devices.
  
  
• Position requires ability to concentrate on fine detail with interruptions and attend to tasks for more than sixty (60) minutes at a time.
  
  
• Individual must be able to understand and relate to theories behind several related concepts and remember multiple tasks given during the course of a day.
  

 

Stability Direct Job ID #5349. Posted job title: Radiologic Technologist

About Stability Direct

Stability Direct, Stability Healthcare’s boutique permanent placement division was formed in 2022 with a mission of becoming a service leader in the industry. In a very short period of time, we have become the staffing partner of choice for award-winning and reputable health systems across the country including Adventist Health, Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center, Jupiter Medical Center, Roper Hospital, and Southeast Georgia Health System. With decades of wide-ranging direct placement experience and an unwavering dedication to white glove service, we have found that by utilizing a truly collaborative and personalized approach that we are able to solve even the most complex staffing challenges that hospitals face today.

Job Tags

Hourly pay, Holiday work, Permanent employment, Full time, Immediate start, Flexible hours, Shift work, Night shift, Day shift, Afternoon shift,

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