Radiology Technologist - Diagnostic Imaging - Lorain Hospital

Mercy Health•Lorain, OH

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Radiology Technologist is a certified health professional who, under the direction of an authorized user, applies diagnostic imaging skills and safely operates ionizing-radiation equipment in diagnostic radiology. The position serves patients from neonates through geriatrics and works with physicians, technologists, hospital staff, patients, and their families. Work is scheduled for 40 hours per week on the night shift at Lorain Hospital. The technologist obtains and documents clinical history and appropriate laboratory information; positions and immobilizes patients while respecting their comfort and abilities; performs radiographic procedures and evaluates images for technical quality; and follows radiation-protection principles, including ALARA. The role also includes assisting with fluoroscopic and specialized procedures, applying aseptic technique as needed, verifying consent, performing required timeouts, handling prescribed medications or contrast, documenting orders and patient dose exposures, and completing procedure documentation. The role requires an associate degree from an ARRT-accredited institute as preferred, ARRT certification and registration in Diagnostic Radiology, and required BLS certification as applicable to the described employer requirements. State licensure is preferred unless required by the state. EPIC, PACS, one year of radiation safety and patient-care experience, and Radiology Information System experience are preferred. Working conditions may include high stress and fluctuating workloads, interruptions, working alone for extended periods, high noise levels and bright lights, exposure to limited hazardous substances, body fluids, blood, and other potentially infectious materials, and possible exposure to physical altercations or verbal abuse. Physical restraints may be required. Travel by car to off-site locations is required. The role is in a general office environment. Mercy Health advertises a $25,000 sign-on bonus for full-time new hires, referral bonus incentives, paid time off, health benefits, tuition assistance, and additional benefits. Eligibility and benefits may vary by market and employment status.

Requirements

Certification and registration with ARRT in Diagnostic Radiology is required.
BLS Basic Life Support certification from the American Heart Association is required prior to independent patient care at BSMH; the posting also specifies it is required at hire for Roper St Francis Healthcare locations.
State licensure, unless required by the state where the job is performed.
Skills in patient-centered care, attention to detail, critical thinking, communication with patients, conflict resolution, active listening, relationship building, and working within an interdisciplinary team.
Ability to travel by car to off-site locations.
Scheduled for 40 hours per week on the night shift.

Nice To Haves

Associate degree from an ARRT-accredited institute.
State licensure, unless required by the state where the job is performed.
EPIC Electronic Health Record experience.
Picture Archiving and Communication System (PACS) experience.
One year of experience in radiation safety and patient care.
Experience with a Radiology Information System.
BLS Basic Life Support certification at hire for BSMH locations.

Responsibilities

Obtain the patient's clinical history and appropriate laboratory work, and ensure information is documented and available to a licensed practitioner.
Position and immobilize patients to best demonstrate the area of interest while respecting their ability and comfort.
Apply radiation-protection principles to minimize exposure to patients, self, and others.
Select and operate imaging equipment and accessories to perform radiographic procedures.
Verify informed consent and complete pre- and post-procedure documentation.
Assist licensed practitioners with fluoroscopic and specialized radiography procedures, using appropriate aseptic surgical technique as needed.
Perform timeouts as required by 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, patients, and patients' family members.
Operate radiographic equipment and accessories in accordance with ALARA principles.
Monitor patient conditions during examinations and record patient medical histories.