Radiology Technician

Radiology Technician

Location Hempstead

Description

Health Plus Management LLC (HPM) provides management services to medical practices specializing in the area of Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation & Pain Management. HPM manages 50 locations throughout Long Island, NYC including the 5 boroughs, Westchester, Upstate NY, NJ and Connecticut. We provide management services that give the physician and therapists the opportunity to provide patient care without worrying about the administrative needs of the practice. We continually strive to support these practices by recruiting and retaining the most qualified and dedicated individuals. HPM provides an excellent path for personal and professional growth, along with competitive salary and benefits.

We are currently looking for a Radiologic Technician / X-Ray Technologist to perform radiographic diagnostic imaging procedures to assist physicians in the diagnosis of disease and injuries. The candidate must be familiar with fluoro guided injections and assisting the physician with fluoro and supplies while the injections are being performed. The candidate will operate the radiographic equipment to produce radiographic recorded images of the body. The candidate will also perform technological functions to ensure the optimal diagnostic quality of patient care utilizing efficient and safe processes.

Responsibilities

Maintain radiology and injection supply inventory by checking stock to determine inventory level, verifying receipt of supplies.

Maintains safe and clean working environment by complying with procedures, rules, and regulations.

Gains patient cooperation by reducing anxieties; providing explanations of treatment; answering questions.

Minimizes radiation to patient and staff by practicing radiation protection techniques, using beam restrictive devices, patient shielding, and knowledge of exposure factors.

Protects patients and employees by adhering to infection-control policies and protocols, following drug protocols in case of reactions to drugs, such as contrast media, administering first aid, and using the emergency cart.

Maintains production and quality of radiographs by following established standards and procedures; developing radiographs; observing radiographic results; making necessary adjustments.

Documents patient care services by charting in patient and department records.

Document necessary state required logs on each day of procedures with appropriate information

Will need to manuever Fluoro guide equipment / machine during procedures.

Knowledge & Experience

Knowledge of radiographic examinations including procedures that require the use of contrast agents.

Knowledge of radiographic equipment operation and radiation safety.

Knowledge of patient transfers and positioning techniques.

Knowledge of fluoroscopic imaging equipment preferred.

Education & Training

• Associates degree or bachelor's degree in applied radiologic science or certification from an accredited radiologic technology program. Licensed and Registered in the state of New York Certified by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT)

Skills & Abilities

Must be able to closely follow physician instructions and obtain optimal images for diagnosis.

Must be able to communicate calmly, compassionately, and professionally with all different types of patients exercising excellent customer service skills.

The ability to work effectively with other employees and maintain a cooperative working relationship intra-departmentally and inter-departmentally.

The ability to handle multiple tasks.

Requirements

The demonstration of ethical and professional conduct, including the ability to maintain confidentiality (HIPAA)

Establishing personal rapport with potential and actual patients and other persons in a position to understand service requirements.

Schedule : Every other Wednesday, 9am-5pm Pay : $350 / day

Full-Time / Part-Time Part-Time

Exempt / Non-Exempt Exempt

Position Requirements

Education and Training Associates degree or bachelor's degree in applied radiologic science or certification from an accredited radiologic technology program. Licensed and Registered in the state of New York Certified by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT)

Benefits

EOE Statement We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.

This position is currently accepting applications.

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