Job Description

Overview

Diagnostic Technologist - Stony Brook Radiology, UFPC

Location: Commack, NY

Schedule: Full Time

Salary Range: $40.79 - $46.63 per hour (pay determined based on experience, preferred qualifications, and education)

Our compensation philosophy aims to provide marketable compensation programs and to compensate employees based on relevant experience and education. Individual compensation discussions begin during the hiring process and may occur during job review and promotional opportunities. Salaries vary depending on experience, education and current market for the position. Human Resources determines the external and internal equitable salary for each employee. The above salary range represents Stony Brook CPMPs good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting.

Summary

This position requires the technologist to be creative and responsible for providing excellence in clinical care as well as providing quality radiographs for the provider to make a diagnosis. The technologist must work efficiently and professionally, as he/she is a representative of the Radiology department to provide services for other departments and referring physicians. The incumbent will need to work independently the majority of the time, with limited to no supervision. He/she will report to an immediate supervisor (Assistant Director) in the section.

Responsibilities

• Perform Diagnostic Radiological (X-ray) procedures at a technical level, not requiring constant supervision of technical detail.
• Perform a variety of technical procedures that will require independent judgment with ingenuity and initiative to apply prescribed ionizing radiation for radiological diagnosis.
• Assumes responsibility for designated areas or procedures, as required.
• Transfers and positions, provides immobilization devices, as required, to produce diagnostic imaging.
• Selects proper technical factors on an individual patient basis.
• Selects and operates equipment as directed.
• Provides protection in accordance with prescribed safety standards.
• Processes films.
• Performs QA to images and facilitates delivery of images and exams to the file room and PACS system for dictation.
• Assist physician in the administration of opaque media.
• Practice sterile techniques and prevent cross contamination.
• Responsible for delegating areas of authority in the performance of routine or special procedures.
• May be responsible for specific areas of instruction in the school of technology and ancillary personnel.
• In the absence of a supervisor or senior technologist, may be designated as acting supervisor.
• Assist in performing first aid.
• Conduct periodic quality control tests.
• Participate or conduct research in required specialty.
• Maintain adequate records as directed.
• Maintain order and cleanliness.
• Secure and return supplies.
• Cooperate with all personnel in the proper conduct of the department.
• Rotate within the department and other departments and by shift as required.
• Maintain ethical relationships.
• Adhere to hospital and departmental rules and regulations.
• May be required to assist in the development of technical factors and film selection.
• May assist in the use of a variety of equipment or procedures, not routinely taught.
• Participate in in-service programs.
• Participate in annual recertification training, compliance training, HIPAA training.
• Perform all other related duties as assigned by management.

Required Education & Qualifications

• High school diploma and graduate of an accredited Radiology program.
• Licensed by the State of New York in Diagnostic Radiology; or hold an active NY State temporary license with a scheduled ARRT exam date. You must successfully complete the ARRT examination and obtain a full New York State radiologic technologist license as soon as possible within the 180-day period.
• ARRT Registration.
• Basic Life Certification (BLS) from the American Heart Association or able to obtain within 3 months of employment.
• One year experience in the field of radiology is preferred, however not required.
• Excellent communication skills.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to communicate with patients, staff and medical providers. The employee must be able to exchange accurate information in these situations. This position is active and requires the employee to constantly move about in the office to assist patients, staff and medical providers. Any additional physical demands will be outlined and provided by management.

The responsibilities and tasks outlined in this job description are not exhaustive and may change as determined by the needs of CPMP.

Equal Employment Opportunity

CPMP provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, national origin, age, disability, marital or veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other legally protected status. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall and transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training. CPMP expressly prohibits any form of workplace harassment based on race, color, religion, creed, gender, national origin, age, disability, marital or veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other legally protected status. Improper interference with the ability of CPMPs employees to perform their job duties may result in discipline up to and including discharge.

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