*****NOTE: Training and experience (T&E) evaluation; no written or oral test for this examination*****

** Employees of Erie County CSEA collective bargaining unit shall have all fees associated with County provided promotional civil service examinations waived.

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Please see added SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS.

Residence Requirements:

THIS EXAMINATION IS OPEN TO ALL QUALIFIED EMPLOYEES OF THE ERIE COUNTY medical center CORPORATION. At present there is one vacancy at the Erie County Medical Center Corporation. 

The eligible list resulting from this examination will NOT supersede currently existing promotional eligible lists for this title, if any.  The duration of all promotional eligible lists is four years from date of establishment unless otherwise indicated.

Examples of Duties:

A Computed Tomography (CT) Technologist performs technical and quality assurance functions associated with Computed Tomography and radiographic procedures using CT and other essential equipment at the Erie County Medical Center Corporation; 

Performs CT images to include pre and post processing of images as required by department protocol;

Sets up radiographic room for CT procedures and prepares the necessary equipment to perform basic and complex CT imaging studies using a pressure injector, catheters, needles, guide wires, contrast media, anesthetic, etc. required for the study;

Records and communicates laboratory values;

Performs venous injections of contrast under the supervision of a Licensed Independent Practitioner (LIP);

Reviews images for technical accuracy and determines the need for retakes or additional imaging;

Orders, maintains and tracks inventory;

Assists physician in sterile technique;

Coordinates the scheduling and care of patients;

Meets with vendors to discuss existing and new products;

Assists in performing quality assurance as per mandated by appropriate governing agencies (i.e. Joint commission, NYSDOH, ACR, HCFA, NRC, OSHA, FDA, etc.);

Observes and records patient’s condition and reports significant information to physician or nurse;

Executes established software protocols necessary for cross sectional radiography;

Administers ionizing radiation to obtain radiographic images for diagnostic and/or interventional purposes;

Maintains electronic imaging, processing and monitoring equipment for quality imaging;

Performs and remains competent in all CT procedures and radiographic procedures including the use of portable fluoroscopy and portable unit.

Qualifications:

QUALIFYING EXPERIENCE FOR TAKING THE TEST: Candidates must be permanently employed in the competitive class and must be serving and have served continuously on a permanent or contingent permanent basis in the competitive class for 12 months immediately preceding the date of the written test in the position of Radiologic Technologist.

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SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:

Possession and maintenance of a license and current registration to practice as a Radiologic Technologist as issued by the New York State Department of Health at the time of appointment and throughout;

Possession and maintenance of certification to administer contrast media intravenously issued by New York State Department of Health, in accordance with New York Codes, Rules and Regulations, Title 10, Part 89.40, at time of permanent appointment and throughout;

Possession and maintenance of American Registry of Radiologic Technologist (ARRT) Certification at time of appointment and throughout;

Possession and maintenance of Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification at time of appointment and throughout.

Notes:

None.

The New York State Department of Civil Service has not prepared a test guide for this examination. 

Subjects of Examination:

SUBJECT OF EXAMINATION:  The only subject of examination will be an evaluation of your training and experience.  You are, therefore, asked to include in your application a summary of all pertinent training and experience in sufficient detail so that your background may be evaluated against the duties of the position.

 In your summary of training include all college course work, formal in-service training, and seminars you have attended.  You must specify either the number of credits received or the number of contact hours and dates of attendance.  Also include a copy of your professional license.  Specify the date that your license was first issued.

 In your summary of experience, you must specify the dates of your employment, the number of hours worked per week, your title, and the main duties for each.  Be specific; vagueness and ambiguity will NOT be resolved in your favor.  Candidates who submit incomplete applications or documentation may be disqualified.

INFORMATION FOR PROMOTION CANDIDATES

Unless otherwise indicated, the eligible list resulting from this examination will have a duration of four years and will not supersede existing promotional lists, if any.

RATINGS REQUIRED:  Test is rated on a scale of 100 with a passing mark at 70.  Test instructions may further divide the tests into parts and set minimum standards for each part.

Points will be added to scores of candidates who achieve a passing mark as follows: Seniority:  For each year of service in the classified service:

Less than 1 year……………………..................…0 points

1 year up to 6 years…………….…........................1 point

Over 6 years up to 11 years.....………......….........2 points

Over 11 years up to 16 years….…........….........…3 points

Over 16 years up to 21 years………..................…4 points

Over 21 years………………………..................…5 points

**IMPORTANT APPLICATION FEE - READ CAREFULLY**

A $15.00 filing fee is required for this exam. The required fee must accompany your application. Send or bring check or money order made payable to Erie County Personnel Department and write the examination number(s) on your check or money order. Do not send or bring cash, as the County cannot be responsible for cash payment. As no refund will be made, you are urged to compare your qualifications carefully with the requirements for admission and file only for those examinations for which you are clearly qualified.