Staff Radiological Technologist (35 Hour

Introduction

The State of Connecticut, Department of Correction (DOC) invites you to discover some exceptional opportunities for dedicated Staff Radiological Technologist to work within the Osborn Correctional Institution in Somers, CT.

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This position is full-time, following a first shift schedule, 35 hours a week, Monday - Friday, and 11:00 AM - 6:00 PM.

The role is located at Osborn Correctional Institution in Somers, CT.

As a Staff Radiological Technologist you will perform technical radiographic procedures.

You will apply independent judgment to apply prescribed ionizing radiation for radiological diagnosis.

You will also produce radiographs and provide immobilization devices.

In a state facility or institution this class is accountable for performing technical radiographic procedures.

• Performs a wide variety of technical procedures requiring independent judgment to apply prescribed ionizing radiation for radiological diagnosis;
• Produces radiographs;
• Positions individuals;
• Provides immobilization devices;
• Selects proper technical factors on an individual basis;
• Selects and operates equipment as directed;
• Develops film by automatic and manual processing;
• Provides protection in accordance with prescribed safety standards;
• Practices sterile techniques and applies infection control policies;
• Maintains adequate records;
• Maintains orderliness and cleanliness of work area;
• Secures and returns special equipment;
• Assists physician in administering opaque media;
• Assists in performing first aid as necessary;
• May be responsible for delegated areas or performance of special procedures;
• May perform preventive maintenance and quality assurance measurement of equipment;
• May operate patient monitoring equipment such as an electrocardiograph;
• Performs related duties as required.

• Radiographic procedures and equipment;
• Radiographic film processing techniques;
• Infection control policies and procedures;
• Individual monitoring equipment;
• Interpersonal skills;
• Ability to exercise independent judgment as needed in individual cases;
• Follow oral and written instructions.

Must meet requirements for registry by the American Registry of Radiological Technologists and hold current Connecticut state license.

Experience working with Correctional or Forensic population.

Incumbents in this class may be required to lift and position individuals and may be exposed to radiation, moderately disagreeable conditions and occasionally to infectious and/or communicable diseases.

The State of Connecticut is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and strongly encourages the applications of women, minorities, and persons with disabilities.

As defined by Sec. 5-196 of the Connecticut General Statutes, a job class is a position or group of positions that share general characteristics and are categorized under a single title for administrative purposes. As such, a job class is not meant to be all-inclusive of every task and/or responsibility.