Chief Diagnostic Imaging Operations Technologist jobs in Paramus, NJ

Performs and obtains high quality radiographs on all patients (i.e. inpatients, Emergency Room patients, Long Term Care patients or outpatients); recognizes the need for and utilizes radiation protection measures in accordance with departmental policies.

Will work primarily onsite at Bergen New Bridge Medical Center in Paramus, New Jersey, and may at times work offsite at the Bergen County Jail in Hackensack, New Jersey.

As required, transports patients to and from X-Ray rooms.

Assists the Radiologist with hard-to-move patients when requested.

Properly utilizes all X-ray equipment permitted within the scope of their license and within the realm of their training.

Assessment, treatment and patient care responsibilities are delivered with a knowledge of patient growth and development and are appropriate to the ages of the patients served.

Customer Service: respect, flexibility, knowledge, confidence, professionalism, pleasant attitude, patience and helpfulness. All responses should be timely, professional, caring, and respectful in accordance with Customer Service Performance expectations

Maintains established departmental policies and procedures, objectives, quality assurance program, safety, environmental, and infection control standards. Assesses gaps in policies and procedures, and create necessary policies and procedures to fulfill these gaps.

Understands and adheres to the Medical Center’s Code of Conduct.

Familiar with the Medical Center’s Mission, Vision, and Values Statements.

Provides patient comfort (e.g., bedpans, blankets) as required.

Performs required clerical work when necessary to maintain patient records.

Maintains a clean and orderly environment to include; radiology room, radiology equipment, and radiology accessories.

Informs appropriate personnel when equipment is in need of repair.

Fulfills all continuing education requirements specified by regulatory agencies and Medical Center standards.

Performs other related duties as required.

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BASIC COMPETENCIES

Education/Licensure:

Graduation from an AMA approved School of Radiologic Technology; ARRT or Registry eligible.

Current NJ license as a Licensed Radiologic Technologist.

American Heart Association Heartsaver CPR/AED certification required.

Experience:

1 YEAR

Skills:

Good interpersonal skills.

Speaks, reads and writes English to the extent required by the position.