Radiologic Technologist - Per Diem - Cayuga Health System

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Cayuga Health offers patient-centered, comprehensive health services at Cayuga Medical Center in Ithaca; Schuyler Hospital in Montour Falls; and more than 40 medical offices in the Finger Lakes and Central New York. Cayuga Health employs more than 450 providers from 40+ specialties. Additional services include a neo-natal intensive care unit, a home health care agency, an addiction recovery organization, and a skilled nursing facility.

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The Radiologic Technologist will be responsible for a multitude of Dx radiography imaging exams. Employee will be knowledgeable and dedicated to radiation safety. Employee will provide excellent customer service to patients, visitors and staff with an emphasis on quality service and excellent patient care. Employee must be self-motivated and demonstrate ability to work as a team.

Roles and Responsibilities:

• Demonstrates thorough knowledge of Imaging department procedures and protocols. Capable of setting acquisition factors for optimal image quality. Capable of positioning patient for optimal images. Capable of following Radiologist protocols for specific exams Capable of evaluating images for quality. Capable of accurately following physician's instructions.
• Demonstrates thorough knowledge of Imaging department policies. Consistently follows patient identification policy. Understands the correct exam needed and patient factors Documents any changes/variation to protocol on requisition. Follows all P+P regarding use of ISTAT (per sites worked)

Required Skills and Experience:

• Education: Minimum of Associates degree, Radiologic Sciences program
• Experience: Preference of two years' experience, but new graduates welcomed.
• Licensure/Registry: ARRT credentials for diagnostic imaging and NYS license.

Preferred Skills and Experience:

• Problem solving ability and attention to detail is preferred
• Good written and oral communication skills preferred.
• Requires ability to prioritize work, manage time wisely and adjust to changes in work volumes.

Physical Requirements:

• Must be able to push, pull, bend, safely transfer patients and ambulate without assistance.

Location and Travel Requirements:

• Location(s): May be scheduled at various area locations based on department and patient needs. May include, but not limited to: East Campus, Brentwood Ortho, Cayuga Park and Cortland Campus.
• Shift: Per Diem, Various Shifts As Scheduled. Days, Evenings and/or Weekends.
• 5%-15% Local Travel can be expected in this role

Pay Range Disclosure:

• Standard Rate of $32.00 to $50.00 per hour, plus per diem incentive
• Shift and Weekend Differentials for evenings, nights and weekends

Cayuga Health System and its affiliates are committed to treating all patients, providers, staff and volunteers equitably and with dignity, ensuring the highest levels of safety, care and respect, and striving to recognize and overcome biases and policies that contribute to disparities in healthcare access, equitable care and positive health outcomes for all.

We are proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer, supporting the growth and health of our employees and community by embracing the rich diversity, needs and circumstances of all peoples and prioritizing opportunities to build a diverse and inclusive workplace. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable protected characteristics.

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