Job Description

Job Location: EXC Amherst NY - Amherst, NY 14226
Position Type: Full TimeEducation
Level: 2 Year Degree
Salary Range: $24.39 - $43.91 Hourly

Travel Percentage: Up to 25%
Job Shift: Any
Job

Summary
Utilizes imaging equipment (x-ray) to conduct radiological diagnostic procedures as needed for evaluating patient conditions. Creates and maintains records and files as directed. Performs a variety of tasks associated with the application and removal of orthopedic casts and splints as directed by a physician.
Duties and Responsibilities
- Operate computer and radiographic equipment to make radiographs of designated portions of the body, under the supervision of Radiologist. Performs quality control measures for the purpose of ensuring optimal quality images on X-Ray and MRI.
- Prepares patient for radiographic procedures by accurately assessing patients needs and providing patient education.
- Records appropriate chart notations in Patient Information System and/or patient file. Prepares and maintains records and files as directed, stores and maintains films according to department policy and procedures.
- Prepares patients films for interpretation by radiologist.
- Practices safety measures in radiography and environment of care. Maintains and tests equipment to ensure proper functionality.
- Assist Physicians with orthopedic casting procedures to include the application and removal of a variety of casts and splints. Prepare and position patient for casting procedures. Instruct patients in cast ware, wound care, swelling and how to remove and apply splints.
- Perform routine examinations and treatment procedures to include removing casts, cleaning wounds and applying medications and dressing.
- Perform MRI on open extremity and 1.5 Tesla(if MRI Tech ONLY. X-Ray techs will not perform MRI's).
- Maintains patient confidentially.
- Cross-train in other clinical areas to assist in rooming patients, scheduling appointments, and supporting physicians/providers.
- Attends CE course as requested. Attends OSHA training programs. Attends all regular staff meetings.
- Performs duties as requested by Supervisor.

QualificationsRequirements and

Qualifications
- AAS Radiologic Technician
- Current ARRT certified required and licensed in NYS.
- 2-3 Years clinical experience preferred, but not required.
- Exceptional organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills while performing any and all tasks associated with the position.
Physical Demands
- Frequent sitting, standing, walking, grasping, carrying, and speaking.
- Occasional reaching, bending, and stooping.
- Lifting, carrying, pushing, and pulling up to 50 pounds--with assistance if needed.
- May need to lift or turn patients who are disabled--with assistance if needed.
- Frequent use of computer, keyboard, copy and fax machine, and phone.
The pay range for this position is determined based on several factors, including the candidate’s years of experience, qualifications, training, licenses, designations, and the overall market conditions.
This job description does not state or imply that the duties and responsibilities listed are the only ones required of this position.  Team members in this role will be required to perform other job-related duties at the discretion of the employer and may have additional duties assigned as necessary.
Excelsior Orthopaedics and Buffalo Surgery Center are committed to the full inclusion of all applicants.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or genetic information.