Job Title: X-ray Technician
Location: New York, NY 10024
Shift: Wednesday: 2-8:30 pm, Thursday: 8:30-830pm, Friday: 8:30-8:30pm, Saturday: 9-5pm.
Contract: 13 Weeks (high possibility of extension)
Job Summary:

• The XRay Technologist operates or oversees operation of radiologic and magnetic imaging equipment to produce images of the body for diagnostic purposes.
• Responsible for preparing the patient for radiological procedures and adhering to safety measures to ensure compliance with regulations and the safety of patients and staff. Duties & Responsibilities
• Identifies patient service requirements by establishing personal rapport with potential and actual patients and other persons in a position to understand service requirements.
• Products patient cooperation by reducing anxieties; providing explanations of treatment; answering questions.
• Prepares patient for radiological procedure by positioning patient; adjusting immobilization devices; moving equipment into specified position; adjusting equipment controls to set exposure factors.
• Minimizes radiation to patient and staff by practicing radiation protection techniques, using beam restrictive devices, patient shielding, and knowledge of exposure factors.

Education:

• Graduate of an AMA approved School of Radiologic Technology.
• Minimum Licensing Requirements: New York State License (L.R.T), American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT Certified)

Skills:

• 2 + years of experience required
• N.Y. State Dept. of Health Licensed Radiologic Technologist
• Competency in performing diagnostic procedures, excellent communication skills in a team environment, quality focus, planning, people skills, dependability, creating a safe, effective environment.