CT Technologist

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City/State: New Rochelle, New York Department: MNR Interventional Radiology Work Days: DAYS VARY Scheduled Hours: 8 AM-4 PM Scheduled Daily Hours: 7.5 HOURS Join our Radiology team and make a difference at a great community based hospital, Montefiore New Rochelle. The hospital is part of the Montefiore Health System, a premier academic health system serving more than 3 million people living in the New York City region and Hudson Valley. We have fantastic opportunities for a Full -Time/Part-Time CT/X-Ray Technologists (Day Shift) to join our team. Job Summary Under the direction of chief technologist, performs Cat Scan or MRI Procedures at a technical level not requiring constant supervision of technical detail. Performs a variety of technical procedures that will require independent judgment, with ingenuity and initiative to apply prescribed ionizing radiation for imaging diagnose. Assumes responsibility for designated areas or procedures as required. Assigns work to other staff technologists. Essential Functions Patient and room preparation: this task includes- * Entering patient data into RIS and other appropriate computer systems as necessary. * Placing the patient on the scan table in the correct position for the scan to be performed. * Obtain appropriate scout image for procedure. * Error free data entry in computer systems. Room turnaround time of 5 minutes after completion of previous case (this also depends on other support services i.e. house keeping). Ability to work in parallel so that, nursing, medical, and technological staff are efficient. Direct involvement during procedure: This task involves * The assistance at the side of the radiologist during biopsy procedures as needed. * Constant attention to the progression of the procedure while in the control room, monitoring progression of biopsy procedure * Involved with operating injector when necessary. * Error free sterile technique. * Constant awareness of progression of procedure. Obtain cross sectional images: This task includes the proper setting of protocols and sequences to obtain high quality images for diagnosis by the radiologist. * Retake rate of less than 3 percent due to improper protocol and sequence settings or other reasons which are under the control of the technologist. Education and Requirements: High School Diploma/GED equivalent/college preferred. Graduate of a two year school for radiological technologists. Registration: ARRT. Licensed by the state of New York Prior work experience, preferably in a hospital environment. WE OFFER EXCELLENT BENEFITS WHICH INCLUDES: - Competitive salary up to $55/hour (Depending on years of experience) - Comprehensive health insurance through 1199 (Union) - Sick days, vacation days, paid family leaves and FMLA - 10% shift differential for evening and night shifts - Free Parking for current employees We also welcome diversity. Apply today and be a part of a supportive work environment where growth and development is encouraged Additional Job Description Additional Job Description Montefiore New Rochelle Hospital is an equal employment opportunity employer. Montefiore New Rochelle Hospital will recruit, hire, train, transfer, promote, layoff and discharge associates in all job classifications without regard to their race, color, religion, creed, national origin, alienage or citizenship status, age, gender, actual or presumed disability, history of disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic predisposition or carrier status, pregnancy, military status, marital status, or partnership status, or any other characteristic protected by law.