The Department of Radiology at SUNY Downstate Health Sciences University is seeking a full-time TH Medical Radiographer 1 / X-Ray Technologist. Job Summary The X-Ray Technologist will perform diagnostic radiographic examinations in accordance with established clinical protocols, professional standards, and regulatory requirements. The incumbent will produce high-quality diagnostic images while ensuring patient safety, appropriate radiation protection, efficient workflow, and compassionate patient-centered care, collaborating with radiologists, physicians, nursing personnel, and other healthcare professionals. Key Responsibilities & Duties • Perform diagnostic radiographic examinations in accordance with departmental protocols, physician orders, and applicable professional standards. • Operate diagnostic imaging equipment safely and effectively to obtain high-quality images while minimizing unnecessary radiation exposure. • Verify patient identity, examination orders, and pertinent clinical information before performing imaging procedures. • Prepare, position, and monitor patients during examinations, ensuring comfort, privacy, and safety. • Apply radiation safety principles, including As Low As Reasonably Achievable (ALARA), and comply with applicable radiation protection requirements. • Evaluate images for technical quality, positioning, and diagnostic adequacy; repeat examinations only when necessary. • Maintain accurate, timely documentation of imaging procedures and examination completion in departmental information systems. • Follow infection prevention and control procedures, equipment cleaning protocols, and patient safety standards. • Recognize and respond appropriately to urgent or emergent patient conditions and notify clinical personnel as needed. • Collaborate with multidisciplinary healthcare teams to coordinate imaging services and patient care. • Maintain imaging equipment and examination areas in a clean, safe condition; report malfunctions or safety concerns promptly. • Provide courteous and professional service to patients, families, and hospital personnel. • Participate in quality assurance, performance improvement, continuing education, and competency activities. • Assist with orientation and technical instruction of students, house staff, and other personnel, as assigned. • Adhere to institutional and departmental policies, professional conduct standards, and assigned work schedules. • Perform other related duties as assigned. Department-Specific Additional Key Responsibilities & Duties – General X-Ray Services • Perform general diagnostic X-ray examinations, portable radiography, fluoroscopic procedures, and operating room imaging within the technologist’s authorized scope of practice. • Demonstrate proficiency with fixed and portable radiographic equipment, fluoroscopic systems, and imaging equipment used in surgical and procedural settings. • Provide diagnostic imaging services in inpatient, outpatient, emergency, and operating room settings as assigned. • Complete examination records promptly in the Radiology Information System (RIS) and verify successful image transmission and availability in the Picture Archiving and Communication System (PACS). • Prepare and transfer diagnostic images to approved electronic media or other authorized formats when necessary, consistent with institutional privacy policies. • Adapt to changing examination volumes, urgent clinical needs, and departmental workflow requirements while maintaining image quality and patient safety. Required Qualifications • Associate of Applied Science (AAS) degree or higher in Radiologic Technology or a closely related field. • Current New York State Department of Health Licensure as a Radiologic Technologist. • 2+ years of professional experience performing diagnostic X-ray procedures. • Current registration with the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) in Radiography. • Demonstrated proficiency in general radiography, portable radiography, fluoroscopic imaging, and operating room imaging procedures. • Knowledge of diagnostic radiographic procedures, patient positioning, radiation protection, and imaging equipment operation. • Knowledge of patient safety, infection control, and applicable regulatory and professional standards. • Experience using Radiology Information Systems (RIS), Picture Archiving and Communication Systems (PACS), and related computerized patient information systems. • Ability to perform diagnostic imaging examinations accurately and efficiently in a clinical healthcare environment. • Strong interpersonal, communication, organizational, and patient care skills. • Ability to work collaboratively with multidisciplinary healthcare teams and respond to changing clinical priorities. Preferred Qualifications • 3+ years of progressively responsible diagnostic imaging experience. • Previous diagnostic X-ray experience in a hospital or comparable acute care setting. • Experience participating in departmental quality assurance, performance improvement, and patient safety initiatives.