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Medical Imag Tech III-DR (per diem)

Albany Medical Center • Albany, NY 12260 • Posted 30+ days ago

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In-person • Part-time • $28.99-$46.39/hr • Mid Level

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The Medical Imaging Technologist III under the direction of the Medical Director and/or Section Head, the manager, and Radiologist performs technical procedures and assists in the clinical evaluation and care of patients. This role involves utilizing specific modalities to create diagnostic images, enforcing radiation safety measures, and acting as a mentor and preceptor to new staff and students. The position requires a vocational school diploma or associate's degree in an applicable field, current New York State registration, and ARRT certification.

Responsibilities

  • Maintains competent imaging skills in practicing modality/s.
  • Strives to grow and develop, creating a professional, progressive Imaging department with a positive atmosphere.
  • Assists Physicians in all aspects of procedures in their assigned area.
  • Take calls if applicable.
  • Acts as a mentor and preceptor to new staff and students.
  • Actively supports AMCH and the imaging department in maintaining proper accreditations.
  • Enters patient data into computer systems accurately.
  • QA's images and patient information for accuracy prior to sending to PACs.
  • Obtains peripheral IV access and injects contrast material, where required.

Qualifications

Required

  • Vocational School Diploma in X-ray (AS or AAS)
  • Associate's Degree Applied Science Degree
  • Must hold current New York State registration or possess a limited permit to practice in the State of New York
  • ARRT - American Registry of Radiologic Technologists Registered

Preferred

  • Previous Experience

About Albany Medical Center

Albany Medical College is a prestigious private medical school associated with Albany Medical Center, the largest academic medical center in northeastern New York. The college offers programs in Medicine, Nurse Anesthesiology, Physician Assistant Studies, Bioethics, and Biomedical Sciences, while upholding high standards in the medical profession through its affiliation with the Alpha Omega Alpha medical honor society.

Full Job Description

Department/Unit:

Diagnostic Radiology

Work Shift:

Per Diem (United States of America)

Salary Range: Min. $28.99 - Max $46.39/hr

The Medical Imaging Technologist under the direction of the Medical Director and/or Section Head, the manager, and Radiologist performs technical procedures and assists in the clinical evaluation and care of the patients. The Medical Imaging Technologist utilizes their specific modality to create diagnostic images and provide their patients with a safe positive experience. In radiation producing modalities technologists' practice and enforce the radiation safety measures in New York State Department of health code part 16. Technologists support teaching and continue learning as the technology changes for both themselves and others.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

+ Maintains competent imaging skills in practicing modality/s.

+ Strives to grow and develop, creating a professional, progressive Imaging department with a positive atmosphere.

+ Assists Physicians in all aspects of procedures in their assigned area.

+ Take calls if applicable.

+ Acts as a mentor and preceptor to new staff and students.

+ Actively supports AMCH and the imaging department in maintaining proper accreditations.

+ Enters patient data into computer systems accurately.

+ QA's images and patient information for accuracy prior to sending to PACs.

+ Obtains peripheral IV access and injects contrast material, where required.

+ Other duties may be assigned.

Qualifications

+ Vocational School Diploma Must be a graduate of an approved professional academic imaging program - required

+ Associate's Degree Applied Science Degree - required

+ Vocational School Diploma Diploma, in X-ray (AS or AAS) - required

+ Previous Experience Helpful - preferred

+ Maintains competent imaging skills in practicing modality/s.

+ Practices in compliance with Hospital /department policy as well as New York state and accrediting agency's standards.

+ Provides a safe positive experience for the patient

+ Demonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary to provide patient care appropriate to the age and special characteristics of the patient

+ Must hold current New York State registration or possess a limited permit to practice in the State of New York Upon Hire - required

+ ARRT - American Registry of Radiologic Technologists Registered Upon Hire - required

Physical Demands

+ Standing - Constantly

+ Walking - Constantly

+ Sitting - Rarely

+ Lifting - Frequently

+ Carrying - Frequently

+ Pushing - Occasionally

+ Pulling - Occasionally

+ Climbing - Occasionally

+ Balancing - Occasionally

+ Stooping - Frequently

+ Kneeling - Frequently

+ Crouching - Frequently

+ Crawling - Occasionally

+ Reaching - Frequently

+ Handling - Frequently

+ Grasping - Frequently

+ Feeling - Constantly

+ Talking - Constantly

+ Hearing - Constantly

+ Repetitive Motions - Constantly

+ Eye/Hand/Foot Coordination - Constantly

Thank you for your interest in Albany Medical Center!Albany Medical Center is an equal opportunity employer.This role may require access to information considered sensitive to Albany Medical Center, its patients, affiliates, and partners, including but not limited to HIPAA Protected Health Information and other information regulated by Federal and New York State statutes. Workforce members are expected to ensure that:Access to information is based on a "need to know" and is the minimum necessary to properly perform assigned duties. Use or disclosure shall not exceed the minimum amount of information needed to accomplish an intended purpose. Reasonable efforts, consistent with Albany Medical Center policies and standards, shall be made to ensure that information is adequately protected from unauthorized access and modification.

Thank you for your interest in Albany Medical Center!​

Albany Medical is an equal opportunity employer.

This role may require access to information considered sensitive to Albany Medical Center, its patients, affiliates, and partners, including but not limited to HIPAA Protected Health Information and other information regulated by Federal and New York State statutes. Workforce members are expected to ensure that:

Access to information is based on a "need to know" and is the minimum necessary to properly perform assigned duties. Use or disclosure shall not exceed the minimum amount of information needed to accomplish an intended purpose. Reasonable efforts, consistent with Albany Med Center policies and standards, shall be made to ensure that information is adequately protected from unauthorized access and modification.