Radiologic Technologist

Radiologic Technologist

Horizon Healthcare Staffing is searching for a Radiologic Technologist for one of our medical facility clients located in Flushing, New York. This job operates in a Medical Outpatient Primary Care Patient environment. This role routinely uses standard medical office equipment such as desktop computers, phone, scanner, printer, keyboard, photocopiers, imaging systems/machines, and other medical equipment related to the position.

• Flushing, NY
• Monday through Saturday (5 days with 2 day off) Saturday is Mandatory

MONDAY 9:00AM-6:00PM
TUESDAY 10:00AM-6:00PM
WEDNESDAY OFF
THURSDAY 10:00AM-6:00PM
FRIDAY 10:00AM-6:00PM
SATURDAY 8:00AM-2:00PM
SUNDAY OFF
Travel -- No travel is expected for this position.

Responsibilities:

Reporting to the X Ray Supervisor, the Radiologic Technologist will be responsible for but not limited to:

• Performs general radiographic examinations including bone density scans and specifically mammography.
• Accurately follows physician’s orders for radiographic studies.
• Screens positive radiographic reports to determine if a follow-up is necessary.
• Positions the patient properly and assist patients on and off the table as needed.
• Interacts with patients, explains procedure to patient/family members.
• Interacts with patients/family member to address customer service/patient care issues.
• Positions radiation protection devices such as lead shields.
• Set x-ray equipment at the correct angle and height over the appropriate area of a patient’s body.
• Set controls on the x-ray machine to produce x-rays or radiographs of the appropriate density, detail, and contrast.
• Maintains patient records and adjust/maintain equipment.
• Assist in the collection of performance improvement data
• Recognize need for prompt medical attention and take necessary steps to assist.
• Responsible for medical equipment attached to patients (e.g., oxygen) during the radiographic procedures.
• Maintain confidentiality of patient’s information.
• Screens radiologists reports for errors.
• Follows all radiation safety protocols.
• May be required to perform other duties in the department.

Required Experience, Skills, and Qualifications:

• Bachelor of Science in Radiological Science
• Minimum 5 years of experience in a hospital or diagnostic setting.
• Knowledge and experience in quality control.
• Licensed by the State of New York.
• Certified by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologist in Radiography and Mammography.
• New York State Department of Health certificate of registration as a Radiological Technologist.

Preferred but not required

• E Clinical works experience preferred