X-Ray Technologist (FGP) *Part Time Weekends - Manhattan - Trinity Place

• Maintains supplies and cleanliness of space, restocks supplies as needed. Notifies supervisor of any shortage of any supplies.
• Assists section in completion of special projects, reports and activities.
• Maintains cooperative and professional relationships with patients, physicians, nurses and office and clinical staff.
• Demonstrates skill in equipment set-up, 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 equipment.
• 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 required.
• Understands the image processing software, performs segmentation and analysis of images to generate reports, and transmits the images to PACS and the electronic medical record.
• Generates high quality hard copies of images when necessary. Uses efficient methods and completes examinations assigned in reasonable amount of time.
• Maintains cleanliness of radiographic area.
• Prepares equipment and supplies in advance for future exams.
• Makes alterations in work schedule for STAT and emergency cases.
• Able to alter work patterns to satisfy the needs ofthe patient and medical staff.
• Follows special instructions indicated on radiographic requisition.
• Independently implements patient procedures in accordance with departmental protocols and standards.
• Explains the procedure and equipment to the patient clearly.
• Answers patient questions to ensure understanding and patient satisfaction.
• Provides for patient comfort before, during and after procedure, and maintains an ongoing rapport with the patient throughout the procedure to ease any anxiety the patient may have.
• Provides for patient privacy at all times.
• Positions patient and radiographic equipment appropriate to the body part(s) to be radiographed and adjusts equipment settings accordingly to ensure maximum information is obtained.
• Uses lead markers appropriately.
• Follows accepted radiologic procedures.
• Ensures that all x-rays completed are of high quality.
• Uses positioning and immobilizing devices to improve radiographic quality.
• Considers 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 date).
• Checks patients' wristband by name to ensure patients ID matches examination requisition.
• Calls patient by last name, asking patient to confirm their identity by stating their first name.
• Introduces self to the patient.
• Reviews patients requisition and understands the type of exam required by each requisition and confers with medical staff regarding clarification when necessary.
• Seeks information or asks for assistance from supervisor regarding difficult or questionable results.
• Uses medical information to determine type of protocol required for radiographic examination.
• Consults policy and procedure manuals and/or other reference materials as necessary to ensure actions conform to established protocols.
• Recognizes need for and follows isolation precautions.
• Effectively assesses patients information and status, and follows appropriate procedure(s) accordingly.
• Demonstrates knowledge of the HIS and is able to access patient data for verification of orders.
• Competent in scheduling exams in RIS from the order entry queue and/or demonstrates the ability to modify exams when necessary.
• Is knowledgeable of the total cycle of RIS patient tracking.
• Follows departmental policy of documenting begin, complete and departure times, when appropriate, in the RIS.
• Has working knowledge of film library functions.
• Demonstrates ability to access patient information such as appointment times, type of exam, and patient reports.
• Maintains confidentiality on matters to which they are privileged.
• Demonstrates knowledge of the hospital and radiology information systems as they relate to radiology.
• Correctly chooses appropriate patient information from HIS/RIS system in accordance with HIPAA regulations.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

• High School diploma or equivalent, required.
• Certificate from accredited School of Radiologic Technology, required.
• New York State license or temporary permit to practice Diagnostic Radiology Certified by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists ( ARRT), required.

• College graduate, preferred.

NYU Langone Health