SMH General X-Ray Tech - Weekends

36hrs/week: Fri, Sat, Sun 3 x12s -shift times TBD on call, callbacks, holidays per unit needs<br><br>***Please note, must be able to report within 30 minutes to on call shifts***<br /><br /><p></p><p class="MsoNormal"><b><u>X-Ray Technologist Responsibilities:</u></b></p> <p class="MsoListParagraphCxSpFirst" style="text-indent: -0.25in"> Verifying patients' identity and reviewing physicians orders before beginning x-ray procedures.<b><u></u></b></p> <p class="MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle" style="text-indent: -0.25in"> Using x-ray equipment to take radiographic images of patients' bones, tissues, and organs as per physicians written orders<b><u></u></b></p> <p class="MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle" style="text-indent: -0.25in"> Explaining x-ray procedures to patients and answering their questions.</p> <p class="MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle" style="text-indent: -0.25in"> Positioning patients accordingly, which may include lifting and moving patients with limited mobility.<b><u></u></b></p> <p class="MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle" style="text-indent: -0.25in"> Handles all radiologic equipment safely and properly keeping dose to patient as low as possible.</p> <p class="MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle" style="text-indent: -0.25in"> Observe each patient s status and interprets the appropriate information needed to meet his or her age-specific needs.</p> <p class="MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle" style="text-indent: -0.25in"> Produces a diagnostic, high quality image for interpretation by the Radiologist.<b><u></u></b></p> <p class="MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle" style="text-indent: -0.25in"> Promptly notifying management of damaged or malfunctioning x-ray equipment.</p> <p class="MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle" style="text-indent: -0.25in"> Utilizes electronic patient information systems to verify patient name, date, appropriate exam, and any special exam specific comments from the provider. Understands and practices the Dual patient identifier procedure.</p> <p class="MsoListParagraphCxSpLast" style="text-indent: -0.25in"> Maintains accurate patient record keeping by properly identifying images and assuring images are sent to the PACS system correctly.</p> <p class="MsoNormal"><b><u>X-Ray Technologist Requirements:</u></b></p> <p class="MsoListParagraphCxSpFirst" style="text-indent: -0.25in"> Completion of formal training in an approved School of Radiologic Technology and maintains Certification through the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT).</p> <p class="MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle" style="text-indent: -0.25in"> NYS license (or able to obtain license prior to starting)</p> <p class="MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle" style="text-indent: -0.25in"> 2 years of X-ray Technologist experience</p> <p class="MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle" style="text-indent: -0.25in"> Level 1 trauma center experience </p> <p class="MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle" style="text-indent: -0.25in"> Ability to move or lift patients.</p> <p class="MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle" style="text-indent: -0.25in"> Ability to stand for extended periods.</p> <p class="MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle" style="text-indent: -0.25in"> Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.</p> <p class="MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle" style="text-indent: -0.25in"> Effective written and verbal communication skills.</p> <p class="MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle" style="text-indent: -0.25in"> A patient and compassionate disposition.</p> <p class="MsoListParagraphCxSpLast" style="text-indent: -0.25in"> Team player who can maintain a cohesive working environment.</p><br><br>Ability to report within 30 minutes to on call shift. <br><br>REQUIREMENTS: <br><p>BLS</p>Experience using c-arm/o-arm in the past 8 months<p></p><br>Required/Desired Skills<br><table cellspacing="1" cellpadding="1" border="1" style="width: 500px;" _moz_resizing="true"><tbody><tr><th>Skill</th><th>Required /Desired</th><th>Amount</th><th>of Experience</th></tr><tr><td>Technician License (currently ANY Tech License is accepted in the state of NY)</td><td>Required</td><td>0</td><td></td></tr><tr><td>Two (2) years experience</td><td>Required</td><td>0</td><td></td></tr><tr><td>BLS (American Heart Association ONLY)</td><td>Required</td><td>0</td><td></td></tr><tr><td>Experience using c-arm/o-arm</td><td>Required</td><td>8</td><td>Months</td></tr></table><br>Questions<br><table cellspacing="1" cellpadding="1" border="1" style="width: 500px;" _moz_resizing="true"><tbody><tr><th>No.</th><th>Question</th></tr><tr><td>Question1</td><td>Is HCP able to report within 30 minutes to an on call shift? </td></tr><tr><td>Question2</td><td>Is HCP able to obtain TB skin test? </td></tr><tr><td>Question3</td><td>When can HCP start assignment?</td></tr><tr><td>Question4</td><td>What RTO is HCP requesting?</td></tr></table>