Albany Non-Registered Radiologic Technician

The Non-Registered (NR) Radiologic Technologist provides imaging support across Diagnostic Imaging, CT, and MRI departments. This position reports to the Lead Technologist, Radiology Associate Director/Manager, and Radiology Director. Working under the direct and indirect supervision of a registered technologist or radiologist, this position assists in performing a variety of general diagnostic imaging procedures, including fluoroscopic examinations. The NR Radiologic Technologist supports imaging services in multiple care settings, including the Emergency Department, Surgery, and portable/bedside environments. This role ensures safe, accurate, and timely imaging while maintaining patient comfort, adhering to established protocols, and collaborating with the radiology team to deliver high-quality diagnostic services. The NR Radiologic Technologist will take call as needed to support departmental needs and help provide departmental coverage 24 hours/7 days per week.

• Prepare exam room and equipment to conduct examinations in accordance with infections disease, sterilization, and patient safety protocols, policies, and procedures.
• Assume responsibility for the safety of the patient during the examination.
• Review patient medical history and supporting clinical information.
• Ensure that the examination order is complete, contains relevant information, and meets the standard of “medical necessity.”
• Evaluate any contraindications, insufficient patient preparation, and the patient’s inability or unwillingness to tolerate the examination and associated procedures.
• Communicate with the patient in a manner appropriate to the patient’s ability to understand. Conduct patient clinical assessment and perform the diagnostic medical examination ordered by the provider in accordance with professional and facility protocols.
• Apply independent, professional, ethical judgement, and critical thinking to safely perform diagnostic procedures. To adhere to accepted professional and ethical standards.
• Review examination images and perform post processing as needed.
• Assist invasive procedures under the supervising physician.
• Perform quality control procedures to ensure imaging equipment operates at optimal levels.
• Exercise responsibility to ensure that the imaging equipment is functioning accurately.
• Notify physician of any incidental findings that might impact patient safety or patient care.
• Other duties as assigned.

Education

• H.S. Diploma - Required
• Currently attending a radiology program. - Required

Work Experience
Licenses and Certifications

• Registered Technologist (R.T.) - (Registered) - American Registry of Radiologic Technologists within 6 months post graduation from Radiology program - Required within 180 Days
• Basic Life Support (BLS) - Required Upon Hire

Travel Requirements

• Must be able to travel between various system facilities and off-site locations as needed. - Required

Skills and Abilities

Essential Technical/Motor Skills

• Inputting data, calibrating equipment, answering telephone, speaking clearly, manipulating small items, fine motor skills, knowledge of body mechanics and CPR.
• Ability to prioritize multiple tasks.

Interpersonal Skills

• Effective communication skills and ability to interact with patients, staff, visitors, physicians, etc.
• Must work well as a team member.

Essential Physical Requirements

• Moving equipment, pushing, pulling, lifting 35 lbs., walking, restraining, standing, and kneeling.

Essential Mental Abilities

• Manipulate numbers, explain procedures, evaluate patient’s condition and take immediate action, calculating exposure factors.

Essential Sensory Requirements

• Visual skills to read equipment settings, hear audio signals, reading computer screens.

Exposure to Hazards

• Blood, body fluids, needle sticks, radiation and hazardous materials.

Other Skills and Abilities

• Caregiver must demonstrate and maintain current knowledge and skill in providing appropriate care for patients in all age groups.