X-Ray Technologist

Job Title: Radiologic Technologist

Reports to: X-Ray Manager

Status: Non-Exempt

Pay: To determine our range, we consider as many of the following data points as are available to us: external market salary survey data, internal data in terms of comparable roles and our budget for the position. What we have posted is our good faith estimate of what we expect to pay: $21-$26 an hour.

Summary: Radiologic Technologists work as members of the X-ray team, reporting to the X-Ray Manager. This role provides X-Ray, Fluoroscopy and C-Arm based imaging to patients and supports the patient experience throughout their time at GLMI. Effective communication between departments and exemplary patient care must be maintained. This role performs a variety of tasks beyond X-Ray imaging including: patient calls, documentation in charts, and assisting with both patient and other co-worker needs.

Our Values:

As a member of the team at GLMI, it is expected that you embody the Great Lakes Way in your daily actions here.

Personalize the Experience

• Greet with eye contact and share a smile.
• Create a tone of friendliness and warmth in conversations with patients, peers, and associates.
• Respectfully interact with patients, peers, and associates at their pace and level.
• Take time to listen to and understand others.
• Demonstrate patience and compassion when interacting with patients, peers, and associates.
• Act on opportunities to go above and beyond.

Own it, Do it

• Do what you say you will do.
• Anticipate and prevent potential problems.
• Be responsible and efficient with Great Lakes resources (time, scheduling, property, equipment, etc.).
• Follow up on inquiries promptly and accurately.
• Take personal responsibility for your work area and the quality of your work.
• Communicate clearly, respectfully, and in a timely manner.

Perform as One Team

• Speak positively about Great Lakes, team members, and patients.
• Demonstrate respect and attentiveness to team members when communicating.
• Recognize and share successes of the Great Lakes Way in action.
• Proactively offer to help others.
• Be flexible and embrace change with a positive attitude.
• Contribute to a fun, energetic, and positive work environment.
• Practice blameless problem solving, assuming the positive intentions of others.

Strive for Excellence

• Share information, knowledge, and expertise.
• Be relentless about acting on opportunities to learn and improve.
• Ask for, accept, and use feedback.
• Look for and act on opportunities for continuous improvement.

Duties and Responsibilities include the following:

• CR and DR x-ray procedures
• Fluoroscopy
• Bone Density
• C-arm, pain management and Interventional Radiology procedures.
• Communicates with patients regarding medical history, symptoms and explanation of procedures with associated documentation.
• Enters data in Radiology Information System, assuring accuracy and completeness.
• Verifies accuracy of orders prior to examining the patient.
• Maintains a clean and orderly work area, provides quality control processes when necessary and ensures the safety of patients in the department.
• Attends to the medical needs of patients at all times. Maintains patient modesty at all times.
• Helps fellow technologists when not busy with x-ray/flouro and CT duties.
• Restocks supplies and maintains a list of things to be ordered.
• Operates standard imaging equipment including but not limited to:
  • R&F Machine
  • PC Computer
  • CR Processor
  • PACS/RIS Computer
  • CD burner
• Overtime may be required, as needed
• Other duties as assigned

Necessary Skills:

• Experience in radiology and medical terminology
• Operate standard office equipment such as fax machine, copier, scanner etc.

Qualifications:

• Associates in Applied Science, Radiologic Technology from ARRT approved program
• New York State Radiologic Technology License or valid temporary license
• Valid BLS Certification
• ARRT Certification when eligible

Physical and Mental Requirements:

• Must have the ability to pull, push and lift patients and equipment.
• Standing, walking, sitting, keyboard use for long periods of time
• Ability to listen and communicate with patients face to face or over the phone
• Will be required to read, write, work in a fast-paced office setting
• Ability to make decisions and think quickly
• Must have mental and physical capabilities to perform all tasks listed above