In its century of service, Coney Island Hospital has established its reputation for clinical excellence and culturally competent care. The hospital has been recognized for its clinical innovations in Primary Care, Adolescent Medicine, Nuclear Medicine and Emergency Services. The hospital's staff is as diverse as the patients they serve. Interpreter services can be provided at any time of the day or night in over 130 languages.
At NYC Health + Hospitals, our mission is to deliver high quality care health services, without exception. Every employee takes a person-centered approach that exemplifies the ICARE values (Integrity, Compassion, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence) through empathic communication and partnerships between all persons.
Job Description:
Purpose:
Under the general supervision of the Associate Director, the incumbent will perform technical duties within Radiology. The incumbent is directly involved with various imaging procedures that apply ionizing radiation and other forms of energy. Incumbents may perform additional assignments as required per department. A Radiographer Level II is a technologist proficient in general X-rays and can cross-train into other modalities.
Specific Duties and Responsibilities:
The Radiographer Level II - The technologist is charged with and responsible for:
Perform high-quality images and must be able to work independently.
Must demonstrate a clear understanding of radiology protocols.
Must demonstrate complete independent competency.
Work with the Physicians and Physician Assistants (PA) during IV contrast administration.
Perform daily QA/QC imaging.
Must demonstrate a team effort with all other Radiology staff, including but not limited to doctors, nurses, clerical, and support staff.
Able to operate a C-arm during O.R. procedures.
Must demonstrate complete independent competency in General Radiology.
Able to instruct students in routine general x-ray exams.
Show radiation protection knowledge, including proper technical factors, collimation, and shielding.
Able to apply all standards set by the Department of Radiology, Federal and State Radiation Protection Agencies.
Maintain room inventory and equipment checklist at the beginning of the shift and before patients enter the exam room.
Assures that all documentation is completed before the examination regarding informed consent, the universal protocol/time-out checklist, lab results, and pregnancy test.
Must have a valid New York state Radiologic license.
Minimum Qualifications:
Valid license and current registration to practice Diagnostic Radiography as a Radiologic Technologist issued by the New York State Department of Health (NYSDOH); and
One (1) year of Radiologic Technologist experience performing duties consistent with Assignment Level I
NYC Health and Hospitals offers a competitive benefits package that includes:
Comprehensive Health Benefits for employees hired to work 20+ hrs. per week
Retirement Savings and Pension Plans
Loan Forgiveness Programs for eligible employees
Paid Holidays and Vacation in accordance with employees' Collectively bargained contracts
College tuition discounts and professional development opportunities
Multiple employee discounts programs
Please be advised that proof of Covid-19 vaccination is required prior to hire.