[3 Days Left] Radiologic Technologist – Canton Potsdam Hospital Position Available In Franklin, New York

Job Description:

Job Description Job Description Job Title:

Radiology TechDepartment:

Imaging Location:

Canton•

Potsdam Hospital Hours PerWeek:

per diem

Schedule:

7.5 hour variable shift

SUMMARY:

Performshigh quality Radiographic exams as directed by the Radiologist.

Assists in the daily routines of the Imaging Department.

Responsible for performing any procedures that are part of GeneralRadiology, including special procedures, OR cases, portable exams,etc. This is in accordance with approved techniques, policies andregulatory standards as established by regulatory agencies,standards and policies set forth by the organization. Adheres tothe professional standards of the NYS Department of Health, theAmerican Registry of Radiologic Technologist.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Performs direct patient care: Applies knowledge of anatomy,positioning and radiographic techniques for each exam.

Determinesexposure factors to achieve optimum radiographic techniques withminimum radiation exposure. Follows the ALARA principle inincorporating collimation and shielding in accordance with policyand procedures. Performs any special procedures as part of DIservices, prepares contrast media for exams as needed. GreetsPatients/family in professional manner and can adequately listenand take care of patient concerns or refer concerns as needed.

Utilizes two patient identifiers per policy, verifies Providerorder accuracy, educates patients pre/during and post procedure.

Ensures that patients are properly dressed and prepped for allexams.

• Maintains Equipment, supplies, cleanliness and

Safety:

Follows CPH Infection control P&P with regards to Isolation,universal precautions, cleansing of equipment. Maintains anadequate amount of supplies within exam rooms as needed forschedule. Performs daily QA/QC on equipment as required permanufacturer and/or NYS-reports any mechanical issues or systemerrors to Biomed Department. Wears radiation film badge perguidelines and turns in each month for monitoring. Providesassistance to Peers and Patients in transporting, transferring, andstanding of patients, following safe handling guidelines.•

Universal Criteria:

Improvement commitments, (Listens/attendsmonthly staff meetings and modality meetings, suggests ways toimprove quality, productivity, demonstrates responsibility forongoing personal development and growth through continuingeducation. Plans and uses time appropriately, by performing dutiesin a self-directed manner with minimal supervision, able tocomplete routine and urgent exams within departmental time frames.

Follows standards of behavior as set by the department and CPH.Completes annual Healthstream programs, maintains HIPPA, complieswith laws, rules, regulations, standards and hospital policies.

Reports compliance issues through the chain of command. Stayswithin hospital guidelines regarding sick/absent time, and providesproper notification of absence/tardiness.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

Required Degree:

• Graduate of an Accredited Radiologic Technologyprogram.

Required Certification/Licensure:

• New York StateDepartment of Health Licensure
• Registered with ARRT
• BLS within3 months of hire.

Required Years of Experience:

• 1 year experiencein general radiography setting

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• IVCertification UNION:

  1199-721

• LPN & Technical (CPH)

Note:

Not allper diem roles are union eligible

EDUCATION

LICENSES /

CERTIFICATIONS:

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

M

• Medium Work
• Exerting20 to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or 10 to 25 pounds offorce frequently, and/or greater than negligible up to 10 pounds offorce constantly to move objects; Requires frequent walking,standing or squatting.

For disease specific care programs refer tothe program specific requirements of the department for furtherspecifications on experience and educational expectations,including continuing education requirements. Any physicalrequirements reported by a prospective employee and/or employee’sphysician or delegate will be considered for accommodations.

PAYRANGE

$29.15

• $42.

34 The listed base pay range is a good faithrepresentation of current potential base pay for a successful fulltime applicant. It may be modified in the future and eligible foradditional pay components. Pay is determined by factors includingexperience, relevant qualifications, specialty, internal equity,location, and contracts. Rochester Regional Health is an EqualOpportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.

Minority/Female/Disability/Veterans by a prospective employeeand/or employee’s Physician or delegate will be considered foraccommodations.