Job Summary
Radiologic Technologist specializing in X-ray. The role performs diagnostic radiographic examinations, including portable X-ray procedures, while positioning and assisting patients according to their individual needs. Responsibilities include operating radiographic equipment, applying radiation safety practices, processing images, preparing contrast media, and completing related clinical and administrative duties.
Job Details
- Schedule: Night shifts of 8 hours, scheduled for 40 hours per week, with options of 11:30 PM–8:00 AM or 9:30 PM–8:00 AM; 5x8 or 4x10 schedules. Every other weekend and holidays are required. No on-call requirement.
- Required Qualifications:
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Completion of an accredited school of Radiologic Technology.
- Completion of clinical and A.R.R.T. requirements.
- New Jersey state license.
- Ability to meet National Registry requirements and pass the examination.
- Competency in diagnostic radiographic examinations, patient positioning, use of immobilization devices, selection of technical factors, and radiation beam restriction.
- Additional Information:
- Performs portable X-ray examinations in patient rooms, operating rooms, and emergency rooms.
- Operates radiographic equipment and selects appropriate technical factors based on individual patient needs.
- Applies radiation safety practices by restricting the radiation beam to protect unaffected areas.
- Processes exposed X-ray film and correctly identifies images according to patient and examination details.
- Prepares radiopaque contrast media and assists with administration as directed.
- Performs patient scheduling, instruction, film filing, record maintenance, reception, and related administrative duties.
- Assists patients with moving, turning, and transferring on and off X-ray tables.
- Maintains orderly examination rooms and completes required documentation.
- Provides care that reflects patient age, culture, language, literacy, hearing, visual, and developmental needs.
- Must be able to lift at least 5 pounds, push and pull at least 10 pounds, and stand for at least 6 hours per day.
Benefits
- Private housing or generous housing allowance
- Comprehensive health insurance with prescription coverage
- Dependent health insurance with prescription coverage
- Competitive salaries
- Referral bonuses
- Travel reimbursement
- 401(k) retirement plan
- Direct deposit/free checking
- Unlimited free CE credits
