X-Ray Tech - Outpatient

**    $5,000 SIGN ON BONUS    
*** Bonus applies to full-time new employees only
* X-Ray Technologist - Full Time Department:
Imaging

Schedule:

Monday - Friday, 7am - 3:30pm (with weekends as needed)
** Essential Job functions**:
** General

Job functions:

**** Physical

Job Requirements:

*** Pushing and pulling, taking frequency and weight into consideration.
* Physical strength to lift heavy objects, carts, or items, taking frequency and weight into consideration.
* Physical mobility, which includes movement from place to place on the job, taking distance and speed into account.
* Dexterity of hands and fingers.
* Balance is maintained during climbing, bending and/or reaching.
* Endurance (e.g. continuous typing, prolonged standing/bending, walking).
** Environmental Risks:
*** Chemicals, chemotherapy, and fumes
* Loud noises
* Vibration* Extreme temperatures
* Confined spaces
* Allergens: dust, mold and/or pollen
* Magnetic fields
* Radiation* Sharps
* Latex* Combative patients/visitors
** Blood-borne Pathogens:
*** Exposure to infectious hazards, blood, body fluids, non-intact skin, or tissue specimens.
* Contact with patients or patient specimens is possible.
* Unplanned or unexpected exposure.
** Education, Certification, Computer and Training Requirements:
*** Diploma from a vocational/technical school required. Associates degree preferred.
* 0-1 years experience required. 2-4 years preferred.
* Prior radiology technologist experience required.  Knowledge of procedural details required.
* ARRT certificate required. Basic Life Support (BLS) required. License NJ Bureau of Radiological Health required.
* Ability to communicate in English, both orally and in writing required.
* Strong interpersonal and communication skills required.
* Ability to perform diverse work assignments with time limitations with a high degree of accuracy required.
* Ability to use problem solving, critical thinking and priority setting skills required.
* Experience with Standard Office Equipment (Phone, Fax, Copy Machine, Scanner, Email/Voice Mail) preferred.
* Experience with Standard Office Technology in a Window based environment preferred.
** Travel:
*** Ability to commute to satellite offices as needed
* Assumes accountability for managing delivery of care and patient safety.
* Prepares patients for procedures providing instructions to obtain desired results, cooperation and to minimize anxiety.
* Operates CR / Digital X-ray system and imaging equipment properly, safely and in an efficient manner.
* Operates and performs Bone Density exams.
* Obtains and documents patient history and pertinent information. Assesses patients for potential risk factors.
* Ensures proper identification of patient and demographics in PACS.
* Clarifies / follows Doctor’s orders and scans needed information in PACS.
* Completes procedures within an acceptable time frame.
* Produces quality diagnostic images for interpretation, such as positioning and technique.
* Maintains x-ray room cleanliness after exam and procedure. Adheres to infection control standards specific to patient care.
* Performs QA/QC testing based on the frequency required by the State.
* Prioritizes and organizes work assignments and adjusts priorities based on changing situations.
* Maintains order and cleanliness in technologist work area.
* Consults and communicates with other departments in a professional manner.
* Plans delivery of care according to patient activity and staff competencies.
* Familiar with location of emergency equipment and medications to assist in treatment of contrast reactions and other emergencies.
* Demonstrates awareness of Radiation Safety procedures for self and others.
* Assists Radiologist in performing fluoroscopic procedures. Obtains patient information /chart notes for fluoroscopy procedures. Documents fluoroscopy time and scans paperwork for Radiologist.
* Ensures equipment is in acceptable condition by conducting routine quality control checks.
* Follows department standards for reporting equipment malfunctions or problems.
* Follows / adheres to sterile procedures.
* Verifies exams in the PACS system.
* Directs the daily operations of all radiology functions, in all locations.
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