East River Medical Imaging, PC ยท 3 months ago
DEXA TECHNOLOGIST
New York, NY
Full-time, Part-time
Onsite
Entry Level
$40/hr - $44/hr
1+ years expEast River Medical Imaging is dedicated to providing high-quality diagnostic imaging services with compassion. They are seeking a full-time DEXA Technologist to perform radiographic and DEXA procedures, assisting physicians in the diagnosis of diseases and injuries.
Health CareHealth DiagnosticsPersonal Health
Responsibilities
Prepare and position patients for DEXA diagnostic imaging procedures
Prepare equipment prior to use, ensuring it is clean and set up properly
Adjust immobilization devices to obtain optimum views of specified area of body requested by physician
Explain procedures to patients, aiming to reduce anxieties and encourage patient cooperation
Move imaging equipment into specified position, determine exposure factors on basis of height, weight, portion of body involved, and degree of penetration required, and adjust equipment controls to set exposure factors and produce images of proper detail, density, and accuracy
Practice radiation protection techniques to minimize radiation exposure to patients and staff
Perform specialized and routine diagnostic radiology procedures, including nuclear medicine and sonography
Independently implements patient procedures in accordance with departmental protocols and standards
Properly maintains equipment and medical tools, inspecting for cleanliness and working order
Maintain accurate patient records and log sheets
Assist in completion of reports and data collection/reporting
Qualification
Required
Associate's degree (A. A.) or equivalent from two-year college or technical school; or six months to one year related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience
Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office
Excellent project and time management skills
Ability to work with minimal supervision while understanding the need for communicating and coordinating work efforts with other employees
Strong work ethic and emphasis on attention to detail
Excellent customer service, communication, and organization skills
Working knowledge patient privacy and HIPAA protection of data, information, and other relevant medical policies
Ability to derive practical solutions independently in a fast-paced environment and can address patient care issues appropriately
Working knowledge of medical terminology
Experience in collecting, analyzing, and presenting data
Working knowledge of DEXA equipment and radiography
Working knowledge of radiology safety procedures, especially regarding radiation health and safety
Ability to read, analyze and interpret general business periodicals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations
Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals
Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the general public
Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals
Ability to compute rate, ratio, and percent and to draw and interpret bar graphs
Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists
Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form
Knowledge of MS Outlook, MS Word, word processing software; MS Excel spreadsheet software; and database software
New York Radiologic Technologist License required
Preferred
Experience using digital medical record software and PACS/RIS/Royal systems a plus
Bilingual applicants are encouraged to apply
Benefits
SIGN ON BONUS!!!
Company
East River Medical Imaging, PC
Since 1970, East River Medical Imaging has been providing exceptional care to our referring physicians and patients.
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
Andy Wuertele, FACHE
Chief Executive Officer
Morton Schneider M.D.
Retired partner
Company data provided by crunchbase