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NYC Health + Hospitals

Radiologic Technologist Level III

NYC Health + Hospitals, New York, New York, us, 10261

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Radiologic Technologist Level III – NYC Health + Hospitals Join to apply for the Radiologic Technologist Level III role at NYC Health + Hospitals.

Pay Range Base pay range: $97,610.00/yr – $97,610.00/yr

About the Organization Kings County Hospital Center has a rich legacy for its pioneering role in medicine. Today, with over 625 beds, our hospital remains on the cutting edge of technology and provides modern procedures with state‑of‑the‑art equipment. Built in 1831 as a one‑room infirmary, it continues to be a leading healthcare facility committed to providing care to everyone, regardless of ability to pay. The hospital offers a wide range of health services, and specialties across all fields of modern medicine, with more than 200 clinics providing ambulatory services. At NYC Health + Hospitals, our mission is to deliver high‑quality health services without exception, guided by the ICARE values (Integrity, Compassion, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence) through empathic communication and partnerships.

Responsibilities Purpose of Position:

This role involves clinical, administrative, and supervisory work within the Radiology department. Responsibilities include operating x‑ray equipment, developing images, preparing radiological areas, equipment, supplies, and contrast materials, supervising an operating segment, and performing specialized imaging procedures.

Assignment Level I

Prepares radiological area, equipment, contrast materials and supplies, as needed for patients.

Prepares patient for x‑ray, explains procedures, transfers patient to table, positions patient, and assists patient at end of procedures.

Follows prescribed techniques to administer general and specific x‑rays; adjusts equipment, determines proper voltage, current, and exposure time, arranges immobilization, and selects proper imaging techniques.

Develops images in accordance with photographic techniques.

Observes patient and machine during procedure, reports unusual occurrences, and records patient’s condition.

Maintains supplies, equipment, and required records.

Transports and uses mobile x‑ray equipment in patient care area as required.

Follows all proper radiation, patient, and employee safety protocols; adheres to all appropriate radiation prevention, containment, and control measures.

Effectively uses electronic medical records (EMR) to document patient encounters and access pertinent patient data and imaging results.

Assignment Level II

Performs procedures on patients requiring specialized expertise.

Assists radiologists, other physicians and allied health care professionals in performing diagnostic or treatment procedures.

Performs diagnostic testing on equipment and general maintenance.

Monitors patient and equipment condition during procedures and reports changes to appropriate health care professional.

Assists and guides radiographers in the performance of a wide variety of x‑ray procedures.

Trains and assists radiographers in a wide variety of x‑ray procedures.

Plans, schedules and coordinates day‐to‑day activities of the area to ensure continuous workflow.

Supervises radiographers and ancillary personnel assigned to the area.

Maintains inventory of supplies and equipment to ensure operational viability of the area.

Assignment Level III

Supervises the delivery of radiological services in accordance with established standards and procedures.

Recommends changes and improvements relating to the delivery of radiological services.

Participates in the development of training programs for radiographic personnel, ancillary personnel and allied health care professionals; demonstrates new or revised techniques, procedures and equipment.

Performs radiologic procedures as required.

Performs special procedures including diagnostic and interventional radiography (e.g., C‑T, M‑R‑I, and mammography).

Recommends area assignment of personnel to coordinate activities within the department with other activities and services and represents the department in interdepartmental operations and meetings.

Participates in quality assurance activities, including coordination, control and maintenance of technical equipment.

Participates in and coordinates procurement and storage of supplies and makes recommendations regarding supply and equipment needs.

Performs research and participates in special projects involving evaluation of equipment and delivery of service.

May be assigned duties and responsibilities of immediate supervisor in their absence on a temporary basis.

Minimum Qualifications – Assignment Level III

For Supervisory Assignments: a valid license and current registration to practice Diagnostic Radiography as a Radiologic Technologist issued by the NYSDOH, plus two (2) years of Radiologic Technologist experience performing duties consistent with Assignment Levels I and II, including one (1) year in a supervisory capacity.

For Specialized Imaging Assignments: a valid license and current registration to practice Diagnostic Radiography as a Radiologic Technologist issued by the NYSDOH, plus possession of a current advanced‑level certification for the performance of these procedures.

Department Preferences ARRT Certification (MRI)

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Seniority Level Mid‑Senior level

Employment Type Full‑time

Job Function Health Care Provider

Industries Hospitals and Health Care

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