Radiology Technologist

Maintained Functions

• Maintains ARRT or modality-specific competency in all clinical and technical functions.
• Ensures proper patient identification, order verification, and prepares the patient for the exam.
• Performs exams per department protocol and reviews images for quality, clarity, and accuracy.
• Adheres to radiation safety guidelines and maintains a safe working environment.
• Affords assistance and instruction to students and other Radiology Techs in exam protocols, procedures, positioning, and equipment.
• Provides appropriate patient education, ensures patient comfort, and addresses concerns.
• Practices appropriate infection control and sterile techniques.
• Understands and operates equipment and related information systems to ensure quality images.
• Completes studies within acceptable time limits without compromising patient care or quality.
• Keeps accurate records of patient information, procedures performed, and any adverse reactions.
• Follows protocols for medical necessity, coding, charging, consents, QC programs, and reporting equipment failures.

Essential Qualifications

• American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) (R) certification.
• Radiologic technologist license in state of practice (if applicable).
• Basic Life Support certification (BLS) for healthcare providers.
• May be required to complete the Medical Assistant (MA) Competency Checklist and perform the function of an MA in a clinic or InstaCare setting.

Preferred Qualifications

• 1-2 years radiology experience.
• IV Certification.

Physical Requirements

• Ongoing need for employee to see and read information, labels, assess patient needs, operate monitors, identify equipment and supplies.
• Frequent interactions with patient care providers, patients, and visitors that require employee to verbally communicate as well as hear and understand spoken information, alarms, needs, and issues quickly and accurately, particularly during emergency situations.
• Manual dexterity of hands and fingers to manipulate complex and delicate equipment with precision and accuracy. Includes frequent computer use and typing for documenting patient care, accessing needed information, medication preparation, etc.
• Typically includes items of varying weights, up to and including heavy items.
• Need to walk and assist with transporting/ambulating patients and obtaining and distributing supplies and equipment. This includes pushing/pulling gurneys and portable equipment, including heavy items.
• Often required to navigate crowded and busy rooms (full of equipment, power cords on the floor, etc.).
• May be expected to stand in a stationary position for an extended period of time.

Posting Details

• Shift Details / Times: 24 hrs / week; Mon - Fri 5:00pm - 9:00pm, Sat - Sun 10am - 10pm
• Unit / Location: Saratoga Springs Kidscare
• Additional Details: Dual Role - MA/Rad tech to support kidscare team

Skills

• Anatomy knowledge.
• Image evaluation.
• Equipment operation.
• Contrast protocols.
• Emergency response.
• Independent work.
• Teamwork.
• Effective communication.
• Electronic imaging.
• Task prioritization.
• Clean environment.

Minimum Qualifications

• American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) (R) certification.
• Radiologic technologist license in state of practice (if applicable).
• Basic Life Support certification (BLS) for healthcare providers.
• May be required to complete the Medical Assistant (MA) Competency Checklist and perform the function of an MA in a clinic or InstaCare setting.

Benefits

We care about your well-being – mind, body, and spirit – which is why we provide our caregivers a generous benefits package that covers a wide range of programs to foster a sustainable culture of wellness that encompasses living healthy, happy, secure, connected, and engaged.

About the Role

As a Radiologic Technologist, you will be responsible for performing diagnostic imaging exams on patients using specialized equipment. You will work closely with radiologists, physicians, and other healthcare professionals to ensure accurate and high-quality imaging results. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of imaging techniques, excellent patient care skills, and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment.

Schedule

Scheduled Weekly Hours: 20

The hourly range for this position is listed below. Actual hourly rate dependent upon experience.

$29.43 - $45.39