Job Overview:

To provide patient services, using diagnostic, portable and fluoroscopic equipment. The technologist is competent in the production of quality images to be used by physicians for patient diagnosis and treatment. Provides supervision of the diagnostic staff and coordinates all daily activities relative to the operation of the diagnostic section.

Qualifications:

Required:

• Graduate of approved School of Radiologic Technology
• Minimum 3 years experience

Certifications and Licenses Required:

• Licensed by the State of New Jersey, NJ DEP
• Registered by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists
• Maintains required BLS Heart Saver / Health Care Provider course completion

Scheduling Requirements:

• Coverage for day, evening and weekend shifts

Essential Functions:

• Assists Radiologists with needle localizations
• Assists Radiologists with special examinations
• Competent in the operation of all diagnostic equipment, including portable, fluoroscopic and mammography studies
• Competent in the use of the computerized system
• Is able to review and retrieve requests/reports
• Correctly complies with all national patient safety goals and risk reduction procedures and associated policies as applicable to scope of practice
• Follows through on all reported equipment problems with appropriate source ex: manufacture, Bio-Medical
• Knows proper positioning and technical factors that meet all criteria for quality radiographs
• Maintain appropriate records and data on repairs and sensitometry/densitometry
• Maintain proper maintenance of cassettes
• Maintains clean examining area
• Maintains film processors and appropriate levels of films in all areas
• Perform radiographic procedures as required by physician within appointment protocols and standard timeframes based on procedure
• Properly prepares patients for diagnostic imaging
• Uses 2 patient identifiers before initiating procedures
• Properly prepares room and equipment for diagnostic imaging
• Provides for basic care and comfort needs of the patient
• Provides supervision of the diagnostic staff and coordinates all daily activities relative to the operation of the diagnostic section
• Understands principles of asepsis when performing using the C-arm in an OR setting
• Utilizes proper body mechanics in assisting or transferring patients to X-ray table from wheelchair or stretcher

Pay Range:

$49.00 minimum to $50.00 maximum Hourly Rate

Let us shape the future of healthcare, together. Our competitive base rates offered will be dependent upon your relevant experience, education, and skills. In addition to base salary, we offer excellent benefits creating a competitive total rewards package to include health and welfare benefits, tuition reimbursement, retirement benefits, employee assistance programs and many opportunities for professional and personal growth.

Choosing RWJBarnabas Health!

RWJBarnabas Health is the premier health care destination providing patient-centered, high-quality academic medicine in a compassionate and equitable manner, while delivering a best-in-class work experience to every member of the team. We honor and appreciate the privilege of creating and sustaining healthier communities, one person and one community at a time. As the leading academic health system in New Jersey, we advance innovative strategies in high-quality patient care, education, and research to address both the clinical and social determinants of health.

RWJBarnabas Health aims to truly make a unique impact in local communities throughout New Jersey. From vastly improving the health of local residents to creating educational and career opportunities, this combination greatly benefits the state. We understand the growing and evolving needs of residents in New Jersey whether that be enhancing the coordination for treating complex health conditions or improving community health through local programs and education.