X-Ray Technologist

Job Summary:-   

• Performs radiologic services in accordance with standards established by the hospital as
• well as Federal, State, and Local standards
• Prepares patient for examination, explains procedure to patient and answers any questions
• they may have, transfers patient to examination area, positions patient, makes pre determined exposure according to technique guide recommendations as well as job
• knowledge and good radiologic practices, and assists patient at the end of procedure
• Adjusts equipment as needed for the examination
• Arranges immobilization and support devices to obtain and maintain proper patient
• positioning
• Observes patient and radiographic device during procedure, reports unusual occurrences
• and records patient's condition when appropriate
• Maintains adequate supplies and equipment, and is responsible for: reporting equipment
• problems, cleanliness of equipment and radiographic room, following inventory control
• procedures including sign in and sign out of supplies
• Records all information pertaining to the examination performed in the software
• Records any information which will be helpful to the Radiologist, or which describes
• limitations of the examination performed
• Provides for proper image identification, and is directly responsible for assuring that all
• images are labeled properly and completely
• Transports and uses mobile radiology equipment in patient care areas as required
• Performs all required paperwork as assigned by the supervisor (i.e.: incident reporting, etc.)
• Keeps abreast of new trends and techniques in Radiography, and participates in continuing
• education programs
• Keeps aware of, and practices the guidelines recommended for general safety, electrical
• safety, radiation safety, and the proper handling of hazardous materials
• Required Qualifications:
• High school diploma or equivalent
• Must be a graduate of an accredited two-year program in X-Ray technology
• New York State license in X-Ray Technology
• Preferred Qualifications:
• A minimum of 1-2 years of experience