Albany Medical Center·City of Albany, New York
The X-Ray Technologist performs technical procedures and assists in the clinical evaluation and care of patients, producing diagnostic images while ensuring a safe and positive experience for patients. They also maintain compliance with safety standards and support the department's accreditation efforts.
Work Shift: Per Diem (United States of America)
$64,972.00 - $97,458.00
$32.45-$43.53 (Salary commensurate with experience)
The X-Ray Technologist performs technical procedures and assists in the clinical evaluation and care of patients in a fast-paced, Level 1 Trauma Facility. The X-Ray Technologist produces diagnostic images and provides a safe, positive experience for the patient. The X-Ray Technologist practices and enforces the radiation safety measures in the New York State Department of Health Code Part 16. The X-Ray Technologist supports teaching and continued learning as technology changes.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Maintain competent imaging skills.
Practice in compliance with AMC and department policies as well as New York State Department of Health and American Registry of Radiologic Technologists standards.
Assist physicians in all aspects of procedures in their assigned area.
Provide a safe, positive experience for the patient.
Act as a mentor and preceptor to new staff and students.
Actively support AMC and the imaging department in maintaining proper accreditations.
Accurately enter patient data into the computer system(s).
Perform QA on images to ensure it is of diagnostic quality as well as containing accurate patient information prior to sending to PACS.
Demonstrate knowledge and skills necessary to provide patient care appropriate to the age and special characteristics of the patients.
On-call duties, if applicable.
Strive to grow and develop, creating a professional, progressive department with a positive atmosphere.
Ability to work effectively and efficiently in a fast-paced environment.
Practice of sterile technique, when applicable.
Equivalent combination of relevant education and experience may be substituted as appropriate.
Thank you for your interest in Albany Med Health System!
Albany Med Health System is an equal opportunity employer.
This role may require access to information considered sensitive to Albany Med Health System, its patients, affiliates, and partners, including but not limited to HIPAA Protected Health Information and other information regulated by Federal and New York State statutes. Workforce members are expected to ensure that:
Access to information is based on a “need to know” and is the minimum necessary to properly perform assigned duties. Use or disclosure shall not exceed the minimum amount of information needed to accomplish an intended purpose. Reasonable efforts, consistent with Albany Med Health System policies and standards, shall be made to ensure that information is adequately protected from unauthorized access and modification.
Candidates must have a diploma in Radiologic Technology and be licensed as a Radiologic Technologist in New York State. Effective communication skills and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment are essential.
Market context
In New York, allied health employers commonly look for radiologic technologists with ARRT certification and a New York State license or temporary permit, and experience is often preferred. These roles can be competitive because facilities want candidates who can start safely and work efficiently in fast-paced imaging settings. On this platform, job requirements and benefits are AI-summarized from the original job description, saving you research time; before applying, confirm your certification timeline and license status match the posting.
