Job Description

X-ray Technician at Yale New Haven Health summary:

An X-ray Technician is responsible for performing various radiologic procedures at a technical level while ensuring patient care and safety. This role involves maintaining empathy and communication with patients and team members, as well as adhering to strict radiation guidelines. The technician must be licensed, proficient in patient documentation, and capable of managing patient flow efficiently.

Overview

To be part of our organization, every employee should understand and share in the YNHHS Vision, support our Mission, and live our Values. These values - integrity, patient-centered, respect, accountability, and compassion - must guide what we do, as individuals and professionals, every day.

Performs A Variety Of Radiologic Procedures At A Technical Level; Assumes Responsibility For Designated Areas Or Procedures As Required. Rotates On-Call As Needed. Frequent Contact With Acutely Ill Patients; Exposure To Surgical Procedures, Body Fluids, And Radiation.

EEO/AA/Disability/Veteran
Responsibilities

• 1. Must Be Mentally Flexible When Dealing With Coworkers, Students, Radiologists And Other Healthcare Workers.
• 2. Obtains And Assesses A Patient?S Pertinent Clinical Information.
• 3. Consistently Produces Diagnostic Quality Radiographs By Using Proper Technical Factors And Patient Positioning.
• 4. Facilitates Efficient Patient Flow.
• 5. Completes, In And Accurate And Timely Manner, All Patient Documentation. (I.E. Exam Charging, Patient Insurance, And Maintenance Of Day Log).
• 6. Shows Empathy And Compassion To Patients At All Times.
• 7. Operates All Equipment Properly And Efficiently, And Under Safe Radiation Guidelines.
• 8. Performs Venopuncture For Contrast Injections, And Can Assess Vital Signs As Needed.
• 9. Maintains Good Communication Amongst Team Members And Other Departments To Maximize Excellent Patient Care.
• 10. Meets Performance Expectations For Customer Service, Teamwork, Resource Utilization, And Staff And Self Development As Outlined In Performance Review.
• 11. Performs Other Duties As Assigned Or Directed To Ensure Smooth Operation Of The Department/Unit.

Qualifications

EDUCATION

Must Be A High School Graduate Or Have A G.E.D; Satisfactorily Completed A Formal Radiologic Technology Program In An Ama Approved School And Meets Requirements For Registry By The Arrt.

EXPERIENCE

Two (2) To Three (3) Months On The Job Experience Gained Through An Accredited Radiology Technology Program.

LICENSURE

Must Hold A Current Connecticut State License In Radiologic Technology Or Obtain Licensure As Soon As They Become Registered. Must Be Licensed And Registered Within Six Months Of Date Of Hire. BLS Required.

SPECIAL SKILLS

Must Be A.R.R.T. Registered (R), Or Registry Eligible.

YNHHS Requisition ID

134138

Keywords:

X-ray Technician, Radiologic Technology, Medical Imaging, Patient Care, Radiography, Healthcare, Diagnostic Radiology, Clinical Skills, Patient Documentation, Radiation Safety

Job Tags

Full time, Flexible hours,

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