Radiology Tech - Diagnostic Imaging - Lorain Hospital

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Scheduled Weekly Hours:

40

Work Shift:

All Work Shifts (United States of America)

Join us in serving the Lorain community through meaningful careers in imaging roles. Our dedicated care teams are committed to creating an environment where associates thrive, clinicians choose to practice and individuals turn for trusted, compassionate care. Every day, we’re grounded in dignity, respect and in service of our Mission. Discover healthcare career opportunities in Lorain where your passion meets purpose with Mercy Health

Imaging positions at Mercy Lorain reward you with:

• NEW COMPETITIVE STARTING PAY RATES!
• A $6,000 sign on bonus for full time new hires
• Referral bonus incentive programs
• Competitive paid time off accrual
• Excellent health benefits through UMR
• Competitive tuition assistance for continued career growth
• And more!

Shift/Schedule

• Full Time - Scheduled for 40hrs/wk
• 8hr Shifts
• Shift Times - Rotating (Primarily 2nd or 3rd Shift)

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.                                                                                           
 

Essential Job Functions:

• 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).

This document is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, duties, requirements, or working conditions associated with the job. Employees may be required to perform other job-related duties as required by their supervisor, subject to reasonable accommodation.            

Education

• Associate's from an ARRT (American Registry of Radiologic Technologists) accredited institute (preferred)  

Certifications

• 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 (Preferred at hire, required prior to independent patient care at BSMH)

Training

• EPIC Electronic Health Record (EHR) (preferred)
• Picture archiving communication system (PACS) (preferred)

Experience          

• 1 year experience in radiation safety and patient care (preferred)
• Experience with Radiology Information System (preferred) 

                                              

Working Conditions

Periods of high stress and fluctuating workloads may occur
May be exposed to physical altercations and verbal abuse
May be required to use physical restraints
May be exposed to high noise levels and bright lights
May be exposed to limited hazardous substances or body fluids
May be exposed to human blood and other potentially infectious materials
May have periods of constant interruptions
General office environment
Required