X-Ray Technologist

Are you looking to take your career to new heights with a leader in healthcare? SUNY Downstate Health Sciences University is one of the nation's leading metropolitan medical centers. As the only academic medical center in Brooklyn, we serve a large population that is among the most diverse in the world. We are also highly-ranked by Castle Connolly Medical, a healthcare rating company for consumers, among the top 5 leading U.S. medical schools for training doctors.

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Job Summary

• The Department of Radiology at SUNY Downstate Health Sciences University is seeking a full-time X-Ray Technologist / TH Medical Radiographer 1. The successful candidate will:
• Be a licensed radiological technologist required to perform diagnostic imaging including general X-ray, portables, fluoroscopy, and all other applicable diagnostic exams.
• Be familiar with all diagnostic equipment including portable and fluoroscopic equipment and the operating room.
• Demonstrate the ability to produce high-quality images efficiently regardless of volume. Performs exams in accordance with established protocols.
• Demonstrate the ability to provide outstanding assistance to external and internal customers.
• Provide excellent customer service.
• Be responsible for patient care while performing Imaging, including accuracy of patient identification.
• Demonstrate the ability to deal with emergent situations.
• Maintain the principle of ALARA.
• Demonstrate the ability to teach House Staff or other personnel in the technical aspects of imaging equipment.
• Have prior experience with computerized patient information systems, including Radiology Information Systems and PACS.
• Ensure all exams are completed immediately in RIS and verify on PACS.
• When necessary, burn CDs and DVDs.
• Be flexible, as hours may change on as needed basis according to departmental operating needs.
• Adhere to all SUNY Downstate Medical Center and department policies and procedures, including principles of behavior.
• Adhere to hospital/ department infection control policies and procedures.
• Maintain a courteous and pleasant disposition with patients.