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PD Xray Technician, Radiology-DiagnosticReq #:0000189700

Category:Radiology and Imaging

Status:Per Diem

Shift:Day

Facility:Trinitas Regional Medical Center

Department:Radiology-Diagnostic

Location:

Williamson Street, 235 Williamson Street, Elizabeth, NJ 07202

Job Overview:

The X-ray Technician will perform radiology procedures in the OR, ED, Endoscopy and the Main Radiology Department.

Qualifications:

Required:

+ Graduated from an accredited radiology program

Preferred:

+ 1 year of relevant work experience

Certifications and Licenses Required:

+ Must be registered throughThe American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (https://www.arrt.org/) (ARRT) in radiography

+ Must hold a NJ state license as a Diagnostic Radiologic technologist

Scheduling Requirements:

+ Shift working, days and/or evenings to cover mostly weekends

+ Per Diem

Essential Functions:

+ Ensures operation of radiology equipment by completing preventive maintenance requirements, following manufacturer's instructions, troubleshooting malfunctions, calling for repairs, maintaining equipment inventories, and evaluating new equipment and techniques

+ Maintains radiology supplies inventory by checking stock to determine inventory level; anticipating needed supplies; placing and expediting orders for supplies; and verifying receipt of supplies

+ Complies with federal, state, and local legal and professional requirements by studying existing and new legislation; anticipating future legislation; enforcing adherence to requirements; and advising management on needed actions

+ Maintains safe and clean working environment by complying with procedures, rules, and regulations

+ Gains patient cooperation by reducing anxieties, providing explanations of treatment, and answering questions

+ Prepares patient for radiological procedure by positioning patient, adjusting immobilization devices, moving equipment into a specified position, and adjusting equipment controls to set exposure factors

+ Minimizes radiation to patient and staff by practicing radiation protection techniques, using beam restrictive devices, patient shielding, and knowledge of exposure factors

+ Protects patients and employees by adhering to infection-control policies and protocols; following drug protocols in case of reactions to drugs, such as contrast media; and administering first aid and using the emergency cart

+ Maintains production and quality of radiographs by following established standards and procedures, developing radiographs, observing radiographic results, and making necessary adjustments

+ Documents patient care services by charting in patient and department records

+ Contributes to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed

Benefits and Perks:

At RWJBarnabas Health, our market-competitive Total Rewards package provides comprehensive benefits and resources to support our employees physical, emotional, social, and financial health.

Choosing RWJBarnabas Health!

RWJBarnabas Health is the premier health care destination providing patient-centered, high-quality academic medicine in a compassionate and equitable manner, while delivering a best-in-class work experience to every member of the team. We honor and appreciate the privilege of creating and sustaining healthier communities, one person and one community at a time. As the leading academic health system in New Jersey, we advance innovative strategies in high-quality patient care, education, and research to address both the clinical and social determinants of health.

RWJBarnabas Health aims to truly make a unique impact in local communities throughout New Jersey. From vastly improving the health of local residents to creating educational and career opportunities, this combination greatly benefits the state. We understand the growing and evolving needs of residents in New Jersey whether that be enhancing the coordination for treating complex health conditions or improving community health through local programs and education.

RWJBarnabas Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer