Diagnostic X-Ray Technologist- Full Time-Day
Vassar Brothers Medical Center
- Location
- Onsite (Poughkeepsie, New York)
- Compensation
- $43 - $59/hr
- Employment
- Full-time
- Level
- Entry Level
Posted 4 weeks ago
About the role
Vassar Brothers Medical Center, part of Northwell Health, is seeking a Diagnostic X-Ray Technologist to perform radiographic procedures for patients of all ages. The role involves applying ionizing radiation for diagnostic purposes within the Department of Imaging Services.
Skills
Radiographic procedures
Diagnostic imaging
Ionizing radiation application
Patient care
Technical judgment
Motor coordination
Finger dexterity
Full job details
Northwell is the largest not-for-profit health system in the Northeast, serving residents of New York and Connecticut with 28 hospitals, more than 1,000 outpatient facilities, 22,000 nurses and over 20,000 physicians. Northwell cares for more than three million people annually in the New York metro area, including Long Island, the Hudson Valley, Connecticut and beyond, thanks to philanthropic support from our communities. Northwell is New York State’s largest private employer with over 104,000 employees — including members of Northwell Health Physician Partners — who are working to change health care for the better.
Summary Performs radiographic procedures and a variety of technical procedures to neonate, pediatric, adolescent, adult and geriatric patients that require independent judgement, in order to apply prescribed ionizing radiation for diagnosis. Assumes responsibility for designated areas or procedures as assigned. Demonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary to provide the appropriate care to the age of the patient served by the Department of Imaging Services.
JOB QUALIFICATIONS
Education: Requires two (2) years of college. General knowledge of a specialized or technical field normally associated with an A.A. or A.S. degree.
Experience: No prior experience required. Could rely on education and knowledge required for employment. Three to six months required for learning period.
License: NYS Radiologic Technologist; ARRT certification or eligibility.
Working Conditions:
Manual: significant manual skills/motor coord & finger dexterity
Occupational: Little or no potential for occupational risk
Physical Effort: Sedentary/light effort. May exert up to 10 lbs. force
Physical Environment: Some exposure to dirt, odors, noise, human waste, etc.
Company: Vassar Brothers Medical Center
Org Unit: 1370
Department: Diagnostic Radiology
Exempt: No
Salary--$43.59-$59.47