Pediatric X-Ray Technologist Responsibilities:
· Verifying patients' identity and reviewing physicians’ orders before beginning x-ray procedures.
· Using x-ray equipment to take radiographic images of patients' bones, tissues, and organs as per physicians’ written orders
· Explaining x-ray procedures to patients and answering their questions.
· Positioning patients accordingly, which may include lifting and moving patients with limited mobility.
· Handles all radiologic equipment safely and properly keeping dose to patient as low as possible.
· Observe each patient’s status and interprets the appropriate information needed to meet his or her age-specific needs.
· Produces a diagnostic, high quality image for interpretation by the Radiologist.
· Promptly notifying management of damaged or malfunctioning x-ray equipment.
· Utilizes electronic patient information systems to verify patient name, date, appropriate exam, and any special exam specific comments from the provider. Understands and practices the Dual patient identifier procedure.
· Maintains accurate patient record keeping by properly identifying images and assuring images are sent to the PACS system correctly.
X-Ray Technologist Requirements:
· Completion of formal training in an approved School of Radiologic Technology and maintains Certification through the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT).
· NYS license (or able to obtain license prior to starting)
· 2 years of X-ray Technologist experience
· Level 1 trauma center experience
· Ability to move or lift patients.
· Ability to stand for extended periods.
· Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
· Effective written and verbal communication skills.
· A patient and compassionate disposition.
· Team player who can maintain a cohesive working environment.
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Ability to report within 30 minutes to on call shift.
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REQUIREMENTS:
- BLS
- Minimum 1 year experience in a children’s hospital.
- Minimum 1year experience in trauma 1 center
*** For this position, please include a skills checklist with their familiarity in pediatric fluoroscopy exams (UGI, VCUGs, Barium Enema, etc) and NICU portables***
