Radiologic Technologist

Title: Radiologic Technologist
Location: Jersey City, NJ
Schedule: Monday-Friday 8am-5pm
Pay: $47 - 52/hr Depending on Experience
Setting: Multispecialty orthopedic practice

Overview

8-12 providers, 5-6 physician assistants, >40 xrays per day, multiple views for Sports Medicine, Trauma and Joint Replacement, Upper Ext, Lower Ext, and Spine

Repsonsibilities:

• Perform radiographic and other diagnostic imaging procedures to assist physicians in the diagnosis of injuries and disease
• In addition to x-ray tech duties, this position may also serve as medical registration receptionist
• Essential Duties and Responsibilities - X-Ray Tech
• Greet patient, ensure that the patient has removed all jewelry and metal objects, is wearing the appropriate medical gown and is not pregnant
• Prepare and position the patient for diagnostic imaging procedures
• Adjust immobilization devices to obtain optimum views of specified area of the body as requested by the physician
• Explain procedures to patient to reduce anxieties and obtain patient cooperation
• Practice radiation protection techniques to minimize radiation to patient and staff
• Maintain a neat and clean working environment and ensure all supplies have been ordered and stocked
• Process images and review for proper identification and quality control
• Prepare images for reading by physician as well as contact any additional physicians if a second opinion is needed
• Aid physician with prescribed patient treatments in accordance with approved standards, policies, procedures and protocol as necessary
• Perform routine maintenance, diagnose malfunctions, and make minor repairs on equipment, arranging for repairs as needed
• Complete forms and maintains records, logs, and reports of work performed
• Observe safety and security procedures; promote a safe and pleasant work environment
• Maintain complete and accurate documentation

Requirments:

• Graduated from an accredited radiology program
• Must be registered through The American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) in radiography
• Must hold a NJ state license as a Diagnostic Radiologic technologist