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X-Ray Technologist at SUNY… · Brooklyn
Job Description
X-Ray Technologist
Location: Brooklyn, NY, United States
The Department of Radiology at SUNY Downstate Health Sciences University is seeking a full-time TH Medical Radiographer 1 / X-Ray Technologist.
Job Summary
The X-Ray Technologist will perform diagnostic radiographic examinations in accordance with established clinical protocols, professional standards, and regulatory requirements. The incumbent will produce high-quality diagnostic images while ensuring patient safety, appropriate radiation protection, efficient workflow, and compassionate patient-centered care, collaborating with radiologists, physicians, nursing personnel, and other healthcare professionals.
Key Responsibilities & Duties
Perform diagnostic radiographic examinations in accordance with departmental protocols, physician orders, and applicable professional standards.
Operate diagnostic imaging equipment safely and effectively to obtain high-quality images while minimizing unnecessary radiation exposure.
Verify patient identity, examination orders, and pertinent clinical information before performing imaging procedures.
Prepare, position, and monitor patients during examinations, ensuring comfort, privacy, and safety.
Apply radiation safety principles, including As Low As Reasonably Achievable (ALARA), and comply with applicable radiation protection requirements.
Evaluate images for technical quality, positioning, and diagnostic adequacy; repeat examinations only when necessary.
Maintain accurate, timely documentation of imaging procedures and examination completion in departmental information systems.
Follow infection prevention and control procedures, equipment cleaning protocols, and patient safety standards.
Recognize and respond appropriately to urgent or emergent patient conditions and notify clinical personnel as needed.
Collaborate with multidisciplinary healthcare teams to coordinate imaging services and patient care.
Maintain imaging equipment and examination areas in a clean, safe condition; report malfunctions or safety concerns promptly.
Provide courteous and professional service to patients, families, and hospital personnel.
Participate in quality assurance, performance improvement, continuing education, and competency activities.
Assist with orientation and technical instruction of students, house staff, and other personnel, as assigned.
Adhere to institutional and departmental policies, professional conduct standards, and assigned work schedules.
Perform other related duties as assigned.
Department-Specific Additional Key Responsibilities & Duties – General X-Ray Services
Perform general diagnostic X-ray examinations, portable radiography, fluoroscopic procedures, and operating room imaging within the technologist’s authorized scope of practice.
Demonstrate proficiency with fixed and portable radiographic equipment, fluoroscopic systems, and imaging equipment used in surgical and procedural settings.
Provide diagnostic imaging services in inpatient, outpatient, emergency, and operating room settings as assigned.
Complete examination records promptly in the Radiology Information System (RIS) and verify successful image transmission and availability in the Picture Archiving and Communication System (PACS).
Prepare and transfer diagnostic images to approved electronic media or other authorized formats when necessary, consistent with institutional privacy policies.
Adapt to changing examination volumes, urgent clinical needs, and departmental workflow requirements while maintaining image quality and patient safety.
Required Qualifications
Associate of Applied Science (AAS) degree or higher in Radiologic Technology or a closely related field.
Current New York State Department of Health Licensure as a Radiologic Technologist.
2+ years of professional experience performing diagnostic X-ray procedures.
Current registration with the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) in Radiography.
Demonstrated proficiency in general radiography, portable radiography, fluoroscopic imaging, and operating room imaging procedures.
Knowledge of diagnostic radiographic procedures, patient positioning, radiation protection, and imaging equipment operation.
Knowledge of patient safety, infection control, and applicable regulatory and professional standards.
Experience using Radiology Information Systems (RIS), Picture Archiving and Communication Systems (PACS), and related computerized patient information systems.
Ability to perform diagnostic imaging examinations accurately and efficiently in a clinical healthcare environment.
Strong interpersonal, communication, organizational, and patient care skills.
Ability to work collaboratively with multidisciplinary healthcare teams and respond to changing clinical priorities.
Preferred Qualifications
3+ years of progressively responsible diagnostic imaging experience.
Previous diagnostic X-ray experience in a hospital or comparable acute care setting.
Experience participating in departmental quality assurance, performance improvement, and patient safety initiatives.