Radiology Tech I - 32 hour work week

Position Summary: Operate stationary and portable x‐ray equipment to make radiographs of designated regions of the body.

Education, License & Certification:

Graduation of an ARRT accredited Radiologic Technology program and must obtain ARRT certification within 6 months of employment.

OR a graduate from an ARRT non-accredited program and must provide ARRT certification prior to employment.

NYS Radiologic Technologist License or NYS Radiologic Technologist Temporary Permit required for positions in New York State.

Experience: Minimum of six months preferred as a registered technologist

Essential Functions: A. A. Performs diagnostic radiologic procedures 1. Adjust radiographic equipment to correct settings for each examination. 2. Accurate positioning of patients to fully utilize photometer. 3. Performs appropriate QA on images generated prior to submission to Radiologist. This includes accurate labeling of left or right side, patient name, B#, date and time, as well as technique. B. Proficient in‐patient care activities as related to radiology 1. Ability to relate to patient’s information pertaining to ordered procedures. 2. Follow protocols in dealing with patients with infectious diseases. 3. Demonstrate competency in patient preparation including informed consent, and injection of IV contrast. C. Knowledgeable in the correct use of the Radiology Information System, scheduling, tracking, completion, down‐time procedures. D. Works as part of a team to maintain high standards in radiology. 1. Attends in‐service programs as scheduled. 2. Ability to work cooperatively with other technologists, nurses and healthcare professionals. 3. Works to keep morale high, does not complain to him/herself but works at finding a solution to a particular problem. 4. Seeks help and answers to questions when they are not sure. 5. Performs examinations in a confident, timely fashion. 6. Provides for patient’s modesty, comfort and privacy. 7. Demonstrates willingness to accept non‐routine work assignments, as appropriate.

Other Duties: A. Cleaning and restocking rooms daily. B. Ability to deal with stressful situations (e.g. trauma) C. Reports problems occurring with equipment to Coordinator or Director of Imaging. D. Must be able to transport portable equipment to operating room suite, emergency room, nursing units, and morgue. E. Meets regularly at Radiology departmental meetings. F. Must have ability to react quickly to emergency situations such as patient fainting, patient being unsteady while standing for procedures, if unsafe situation occurs (such as a fire), getting the patient to safety and sounding alarm. G. Must be able to work all shifts, including weekends and holidays, on a scheduled basis. H. Must be able to lift, push, reach, bend, stoop, and walk in order to care for patients. I. Other duties as assigned

Salary Min$29.64 Max$45.12

Joining the Guthrie team allows you to become a part of a tradition of excellence in health care. In all areas and at all levels of Guthrie, you’ll find staff members who have committed themselves to serving the community.

The Guthrie Clinic is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

The Guthrie Clinic is a non-profit, integrated, practicing physician-led organization in the Twin Tiers of New York and Pennsylvania. Our multi-specialty group practice of more than 500 physicians and 302 advanced practice providers offers 47 specialties through a regional office network providing primary and specialty care in 22 communities. Guthrie Medical Education Programs include General Surgery, Internal Medicine, Emergency Medicine, Family Medicine, Anesthesiology and Orthopedic Surgery Residency, as well as Cardiovascular, Gastroenterology and Pulmonary Critical Care Fellowship programs. Guthrie is also a clinical campus for the Geisinger Commonwealth School of Medicine.