Radiology Technologist - Diagnostic Imaging - Lorain Hospital
About The Position
Thank you for considering a career at Mercy Health! Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40 Work Shift: Afternoons/Nights (United States of America) Radiology Technologist - Diagnostic Imaging - Lorain Hospital Shift/Schedule Full Time - Scheduled for 40 Weekly Hours Shift Times - 3pm-11:30pm Weekend, Holiday, and Call availability as required Summary of Primary Function/General Purpose of Position: The Radiological Technologist is a certified health professional who, under the direction of an authorized user, is committed to applying the art and skill of diagnostic imaging through the safe and effective use of ionizing radiation, in diagnostic radiology.
Requirements
- Associate's from an ARRT (American Registry of Radiologic Technologists) accredited institute (preferred)
- Certification and Registration with ARRT (American Registry of Radiologic Technologists) (required)
- State Licensure (preferred, unless required by the state where the job is being performed)
- BLS Basic Life Support, American Heart Association (required at hire for Roper St Francis Healthcare locations; preferred at hire, required prior to independent patient care at BSMH)
- Patient centered care
- Monitor patient conditions during examination
- Record patient medical histories
- Working within an interdisciplinary team
- Attention to detail
- Critical thinking
- Communication with patients
- Conflict resolution
- Active listening
- Relationship building
Nice To Haves
- EPIC Electronic Health Record (EHR) (preferred)
- Picture archiving communiation system (PACS) (preferred)
- 1 year experience in radiation safety and patient care (preferred)
- Experience with Radiology Information System (preferred)
Responsibilities
- Obtains patient's clinical history and appropriate lab work ensuring information is documented and available for use by a licensed practitioner.
- Positions and immobilizes patient to best demonstrate anatomic area of interest, respecting patient ability and comfort.
- Applies principles of radiation protection to minimize exposure to patient, self, and others.
- Performs radiographic procedures by selecting and operating imaging equipment, and/or associated accessories to successfully perform procedures.
- Verifies informed consent and completes pre and post procedure documentation.
- Assists licensed practitioner with fluoroscopic and specialized radiography procedures. Applies appropriate aseptic surgical technique as needed.
- Performs timeout as required per policy.
- Identifies, prepares and/or administers medications/contrast as prescribed by a licensed practitioner.
- Receives relays and documents verbal, written and electronic orders in the patient's medical record.
- Evaluates images for technical quality.
- Documents patient dose exposures.
- Professionally interacts with physicians, technologist, physician offices, hospital staff, patient family members and patients.
- Operates radiographic equipment and accessories in accordance with the principles of ALARA (as low as reasonably achievable).
Benefits
- Competitive pay, incentives, referral bonuses and 403(b) with employer contributions (when eligible)
- Medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage, HAS/FSA options, life insurance, mental health resources and discounts
- Paid time off, parental and FMLA leave, short- and long-term disability, backup care for children and elders
- Tuition assistance, professional development and continuing education support
- Benefits may vary based on the market and employment status.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Associate degree
Number of Employees
5,001-10,000 employees
