Req Number 121771Job DescriptionOperates DEXA equipment to make scans of designated portions of the body. Performs quality control checks. Maintains required documentationJob Responsibility
Translates examination into layman terms based on professional knowledge to relieve patient of pre-testing anxiety.
Performs ONLY Bone Density exams according to established standards and procedures of the division to exclusively measure bone loss.
Positions patient for taking of radiographs according to the departmental standard operating procedures.
Recognizes and promptly reports patient's motor abnormalities; including, fainting, discoloration, contrast reactions etc., to the Radiologist.
Operates equipment for transferring computed images to film and archival of disc memory to tape.
Utilizes film markers and ensures images are properly marked as the 'right' or 'left' side.
Ensures images are legibly labeled with correct date and patient identification.
Keys in Patient history data and other pertinent information obtained from requisition.
Arranges, attaches, or adjusts immobilization and supportive devices for patients.
Performs related duties as required. All responsibilities noted here are considered essential functions of the job under the Americans with Disabilities Act. Duties not mentioned here, but considered related are not essential functions.
Good time management, communication and professionalism
Patience & understanding; a viable candidate will be working with elderly patients.
Training on Dexa Bone Density Machine will be provided.Job Qualification
Vocational or Technical school Diploma required.
Current License to practice as a Radiologist in New York State, and Current ARRT Radiology registration required.
1-3 years of technical experience, required.
Additional Salary DetailThe salary range and/or hourly rate listed is a good faith determination of potential base compensation that may be offered to a successful applicant for this position at the time of this job advertisement and may be modified in the future. When determining a team member's base salary and/or rate, several factors may be considered as applicable (e.g., location, specialty, service line, years of relevant experience, education, credentials, negotiated contracts, budget and internal equity).The salary range for this position is $69,518-$111,228/yearIt is Northwell Health’s policy to provide equal employment opportunity and treat all applicants and employees equally regardless of their age, race, creed/religion, color, national origin, immigration status or citizenship status, sexual orientation, military or veteran status, sex/gender, gender identity, gender expression, disability, pregnancy, genetic information or genetic predisposition or carrier status, marital or familial status, partnership status, victim of domestic violence, sexual or other reproductive health decisions, or other characteristics protected by applicable law.