University Of Rochester Rochester , NY 14618
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Full Time 40 hours Grade 094 Imaging Sciences-Angio
Responsibilities
GENERAL PURPOSE:
Responsible for setting up interventional radiology (IR) rooms specific to the study being conducted. Utilizes customer service skills while interacting with patients as well as family members to create a caring atmosphere during their visit.
Career Ladder: There are three bands which are differentiated by level of independence, supervision required, certification, ability to precept new employees in the use of all equipment, and the ability to lead and meet established departmental goals.
Band One (I): Non-Certified IR Technologist
Band Two (II): Certified IR Technologist
Band Three (III): Advanced IR Technologist
JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Prepares room and patient specific to the exam to be performed.
Arranges equipment, trays, supplies, position patients, and determine proper exposure factors in order to produce a high quality image.
Utilizes electronic patient information systems to verify patient name, date, appropriate exam, and any special exam specific comments from the provider. Understands and practices the Dual patient identifier procedure.
Observes each patient's status and interprets the appropriate information needed to meet his or her age-specific needs.
Utilizes electronic patient information systems to verify patient name, date, appropriate exam, and any special exam specific comments from the provider.
Transfers patients to and from imaging tables using assistive devices such as ARJO lift, transferboards, hover mats.
Completes and bills for studies accurately.
Maintains accurate patient record keeping by properly identifying images and assuring images are sent to the PACS system correctly.
Other duties as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS:
One year experience as a Radiologic Technologist preferred. Completion of formal training in an approved School of Radiologic Technology required. Maintains current NYS licensure and ARRT certification with CE credits as required.
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How To Apply
All applicants must apply online.
EOE Minorities/Females/Protected Veterans/Disabled
Pay Range
Pay Range: $ 28.75 - $ 37.38 Hourly
The referenced pay range represents the minimum and maximum compensation for this job. Individual annual salaries/hourly rates will be set within the job's compensation range, and will be determined by considering factors including, but not limited to, market data, education, experience, qualifications, expertise of the individual, and internal equity considerations.
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