Radiologic Technologist, Outpatient

Location: MSK Institute 

Schedule: Monday-Friday 8 am-4:30 pm

• Operates radiologic equipment to produce radiographs (x-rays) for diagnostic purposes.
• Performs routine, portable, operating room or flouroscopy exams.
• Provides quality patient care, positions patient and adjusts equipment to produce high quality images.
• Communicates and explains various procedures to the patient/family.
• Takes precautions to minimize staff and patient exposure to radiation.
• Properly operates, mobilizes and positions equipment.
• Sets exposure factors and uses appropriate techniques and protocols.
• Cleans equipment and stocks procedure rooms.
• Troubleshoots equipment problems and advises supervisor of equipment malfunctions.
• Effectively communicates with patients, family and other health care team members.
• Explains procedures to patients/families to reduce their anxiety and to obtain patient cooperation.
• Provides quality care to all patients having radiologic procedures.
• Performs radiologic studies for assigned patients.
• Sets up procedure rooms including equipment and supplies.
• Positions patient on examining table and obtains optimum radiologic images.
• Performs routine, portable, operating room, and fluoroscopic procedures to produce radiologic images.
• Seeks assistance when needed/required.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Must be a graduate of an accredited school of Radiologic Technology and at a minimum be registered with the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) or be registry eligible.
• If registry eligible they must complete and pass the registry within one (1) year of employment.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification in accordance with the American Heart Association required.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS (Medium): 20-50 lbs; 0-33% of the work day (occasionally); 11-25 lbs, 34-66% of the workday (frequently); 01-10 lbs, 67-100% of the workday (constantly); Lifting 50 lbs max; Carrying of objects up to 25 lbs; Occasional to frequent standing & walking, Occasional sitting, Close eye work (computers, typing, reading, writing), Physical demands may vary depending on assigned work area and work tasks.

ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS: Factors affecting environment conditions may vary depending on the assigned work area and tasks. Environmental exposures include, but are not limited to: Blood-borne pathogen exposure Bio-hazardous waste Chemicals/gases/fumes/vapors Communicable diseases Electrical shock, Floor Surfaces, Hot/Cold Temperatures, Indoor/Outdoor conditions, Latex, Lighting, Patient care/handling injuries, Radiation, Shift work, Travel may be required. Use of personal protective equipment, including respirators, environmental conditions may vary depending on assigned work area and work tasks.