Technologist, Radiologic

				Overview:

Performs radiographs for the purpose of diagnosing disease in patients. 

Responsibilities:

* Conduct x-ray examinations in accordance with the highest standard of safety, courtesy, morality, and privacy.
* Responsible for the care of the patient during the performance of the x-ray examination in accordance with medical staff instructions.
* Render emergency assistance if needed.
* Applying proper patient identification and labeling of images using indelible markers. Acquires x-ray images as ordered and indicated on the Radiology Information System (RIS) or as on the printed Control sheet.
* Process high quality diagnostic images so Radiologist can use them to make clinical diagnosis for continuation of patient care.
* Accurately enter patient identifying information into RIS/PACS/Modality.
* Provide adequate radiation protection measures for patients.
* Maintain imaging room in clean, neat condition. 
* Notify Supervisors and co-workers of equipment issues, maintenance needs that may contribute to reduction in safety of the patient or other hospital employees. 
* Perform other duties as required. 

Qualifications:

Education:

* High School diploma or equivalent required.
* Graduate from an X-Ray technologist program.

Experience:

* No prior experience required.

Knowledge and Skills:

* Familiar with the needs of all infants, pediatric, adolescent, adult and geriatric patients.
* Must know and use proper exposure techniques for all examinations to produce radiographs according to standards set by Director and Attending Radiologist.
* Must know and follow rules and regulations regarding radiographic techniques.
* Able to read and follow identified tests related to imaging. 
* Ability to fully utilize OBH Radiology electronic record systems, equipment and other healthcare and billing systems relevant to this position.

Licenses, Certifications:

* Current NY State License for X-Ray technology. 

Physical Requirements:

* Position requires prolonged periods of standing, reaching, walking throughout the working day.
* Position will be required to stoop, bend, lift, and carry items weighing or exerting force up to 75 pounds.
			

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The Brookdale Hospital Medical Center