Radiology Technologist, Radiology, Full Time, First Shift

UC Health • West Chester, OH

2d • Onsite

About The Position

UC Health is hiring a full-time Radiology Technologist for the x-ray department for first shift at West Chester Hospital. We are offering up to an $15,000 sign-on bonus! A Radiology Technologist will assist in the diagnosis and treatment of patients through producing diagnostic radiographs of the human body using independent judgment to determine the quality of radiographs and compliance with established protocols. This position will work at the West Chester Hospital in the Diagnostic Imaging department. About West Chester Hospital West Chester Hospital provides its patients with access to the region’s largest group of specialized physicians and medical providers. With a reputation for providing outstanding patient experiences and quality medical care, the hospital consistently ranks amongst the top 5% in the nation. West Chester Hospital provides a Level III Trauma Center that delivers superior emergency and critical care, and a certified Primary Stroke Center that provides access to the subspecialty care at the UC Gardner neuroscience Institute. West Chester Hospital has also achieved Magnet Recognition for excellence in nursing from the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC), and the hospital is routinely ranked among the best places to work in Ohio and Greater Cincinnati. Unit Details: In 2022, Newsweek magazine recognized West Chester Hospital among a listing of the World’s Best Hospitals for the world-class clinical care provided to the Greater Cincinnati Region and beyond. West Chester Hospital is a full-service hospital that provides discovery-driven care in a pleasant, healing environment, and utilizes the very latest in medical technology, drawing upon the University of Cincinnati’s nearly 200 years of research and medical expertise. The department has a reputation for providing outstanding patient experiences and quality medical care.

Requirements

• Associate’s Degree required.
• 1 – 3 years of experience preferred, will consider new graduates
• Registration by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT)
• Current licensure by the State of Ohio
• Certified in BLS for Healthcare workers

Responsibilities

• Communicates in a clear and appropriate manner with patients and staff while being able to identify and respond to varying needs.
• Performs diagnostic procedures by reviewing patient history, communicating what will occur, and following all established protocols and safety measures.
• Ensures patient and staff safety by providing protection equipment, regulating time and intensity of exposure, and utilizing equipment correctly.
• Reviews images for diagnostic acceptability and maintains appropriate record-keeping and quality control.
• Prepares and administers contrast media under physician direction, practices sterile techniques to prevent the spread of disease, and assists in administering emergency procedures as needed.
• Participates in continuing education activities related to the field of Radiologic Technology and its subspecialties.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees