STATE OF CONNECTICUT EXECUTIVE BRANCH JOBS

Staff Radiological Technologist (35 Hour)

Recruitment #210615-9381HN-001

Introduction

 

We invite you to discover this exceptional opportunity as a dedicated  Staff Radiological Technologist  with The State of Connecticut Department of Correction (DOC). 

This position is 35 hours per week, Monday - Friday 6:30 a.m. - 1: 30 pm.  The incumbent will provide coverage in Cheshire, CT and New Haven, CT.  Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays will be spent at Cheshire Correctional Institution and Manson Youth Institution and on Tuesdays and Thursdays at New Haven Correctional Center

This is a Hazardous Duty Position that offers a pension plan.  This position also offers excellent medical and dental insurance and a diverse group of other supplemental benefits such as 457 savings plans.

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Selection Plan

The immediate vacancy is listed above, however, applications to this recruitment may be used for future vacancies in this job class.

Please ensure that your application is complete.  You will be unable to make revisions once it is submitted.  Questions can be sent to Emily.Kennedy@ct.gov. 

PURPOSE OF JOB CLASS (NATURE OF WORK)

In a state facility or institution, this class is accountable for performing technical radiographic procedures.

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES

Performs a wide variety of technical procedures requiring independent judgment to apply prescribed ionizing radiation for radiological diagnosis; produces radiographs; positions individuals; provides immobilization devices; selects proper technical factors on an individual basis; selects and operates equipment as directed; develops film by automatic and manual processing; provides protection in accordance with prescribed safety standards; practices sterile techniques and applies infection control policies; maintains adequate records; maintains orderliness and cleanliness of work area; secures and returns special equipment; assists physician in administering opaque media; assists in performing first aid as necessary; may be responsible for delegated areas or performance of special procedures; may perform preventive maintenance and quality assurance measurement of equipment; may operate patient monitoring equipment such as an electrocardiograph; performs related duties as required.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILL AND ABILITY

Knowledge of radiographic procedures and equipment; knowledge of radiographic film processing techniques; knowledge of infection control policies and procedures; familiarity with individual monitoring equipment; interpersonal skills; ability to exercise independent judgment as needed in individual cases; ability to follow oral and written instructions.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - GENERAL EXPERIENCE

Must meet requirements for registry by the American Registry of Radiological Technologists and hold current Connecticut state license.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Experience with Computer Radiography (CR) technology

WORKING CONDITIONS

Incumbents in this class may be required to lift and position individuals and may be exposed to radiation, moderately disagreeable conditions and occasionally to infectious and/or communicable diseases.

Conclusion

AN AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

The State of Connecticut is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and strongly encourages the applications of women, minorities, and persons with disabilities.