Radiology Technologist - Diagnostic Imaging - Lorain Hospital

Bon Secours Mercy Health•Lorain, OH

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The Radiological Technologist is a certified health professional who, under the direction of an authorized user, applies diagnostic-imaging skills using ionizing radiation safely and effectively. The position performs diagnostic radiology procedures and supports patient care across neonatal, infant, pediatric, adolescent, adult, and geriatric populations. The role includes obtaining and documenting clinical history and appropriate lab work; positioning and immobilizing patients while respecting their comfort and abilities; applying radiation-protection principles; selecting and operating imaging equipment; assisting licensed practitioners with fluoroscopic and specialized radiography procedures; and completing required documentation. The technologist evaluates image quality, records patient dose exposures, and communicates professionally with patients, families, physicians, technologists, and hospital staff. The position is scheduled for 40 hours per week on the night shift.

Requirements

Certification and registration with ARRT in Diagnostic Radiology.
BLS Basic Life Support from the American Heart Association is required at hire for Roper St. Francis Healthcare locations; at Bon Secours Mercy Health it is preferred at hire and required before independent patient care.
Associate’s degree from an ARRT-accredited institute is preferred.
State licensure is preferred unless required by the state where the job is performed.
The posting describes one year of experience in radiation safety and patient care as preferred.
The posting describes experience with a Radiology Information System as preferred.

Nice To Haves

Associate’s degree from an ARRT-accredited institute.
State licensure, unless required by the state where the job is performed.
EPIC Electronic Health Record (EHR) training.
Picture archiving communication system (PACS) training.
One year of experience in radiation safety and patient care.
Experience with a Radiology Information System.

Responsibilities

Obtain patients’ clinical histories and appropriate lab work, and ensure information is documented and available to a licensed practitioner.
Position and immobilize patients to best demonstrate the anatomic area of interest while respecting patient ability and comfort.
Apply radiation-protection principles to minimize exposure to patients, self, and others.
Select and operate imaging equipment and associated accessories to perform radiographic procedures.
Verify informed consent and complete pre- and post-procedure documentation.
Assist licensed practitioners with fluoroscopic and specialized radiography procedures and apply aseptic surgical technique as needed.
Perform required timeouts according to policy.
Identify, prepare, and/or administer medications or contrast as prescribed by a licensed practitioner.
Receive, relay, and document verbal, written, and electronic orders in the patient’s medical record.
Evaluate images for technical quality.
Document patient dose exposures.
Interact professionally with physicians, technologists, physician offices, hospital staff, patient family members, and patients.
Operate radiographic equipment and accessories in accordance with ALARA principles.
Monitor patient conditions during examinations and record patient medical histories.
Work within an interdisciplinary team and apply patient-centered care, attention to detail, critical thinking, communication, conflict resolution, active listening, and relationship-building skills.