Radiology Technologist - Diagnostic Imaging - Lorain Hospital

Overview

Radiology Technologist - Diagnostic Imaging - Lorain Hospital

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• Full Time - Scheduled for 40 Weekly Hours
• Shift Times - 3pm-11:30pm
• Weekend, Holiday, and Call availability as required

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.

• 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, technologists, 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 degree from an ARRT-accredited institute (preferred).
• Certifications:
  
  ARRT certification and registration (required).
• Licensure:
  State licensure (preferred, unless required by the state where the job is performed).
• BLS:
  Basic Life Support from American Heart Association (required at hire for certain locations; preferred at hire, required prior to independent patient care at others).
• Training: EPIC EHR (preferred); PACS (preferred).
• Experience:
  
  1 year in radiation safety and patient care (preferred); experience with Radiology Information System (preferred).

• Periods of high stress and fluctuating workloads may occur.
• May be exposed to physical altercations, verbal abuse, and hazardous substances or body fluids.
• May be required to use physical restraints.
• May be exposed to high noise levels, bright lights, and discontinuous interruptions.
• General office environment with possible travel to off-site locations; prolonged periods of working alone.

• Comprehensive medical, dental and vision plans; prescription drug coverage.
• Flexible spending accounts; life insurance w/ AD&D.
• Employer contributions to retirement savings plan when eligible; paid time off; educational assistance.
• Benefits offerings vary according to employment status.

All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, genetic information, or protected veteran status, and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. For a copy of the affirmative action plan or policy statements, please email  If you require a reasonable accommodation during the selection process, contact The Talent Acquisition Team at