Radiographer

St._John_Medical_Center

Westlake (OH)

On-site

USD 52,000 - 72,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Competitive hourly rate

Enhanced PTO for 5+ years experience

Sign-on bonus ($10,000 for full-time)

Tuition reimbursement after six months

Free Parking

Job summary

University Hospitals is seeking a full-time Radiographer in Westlake, Ohio. This role involves performing diagnostic imaging while adhering to safety and quality standards. Candidates need an Associate's Degree in Radiologic Technology and certification as a Registered Technologist with the ARRT-R. The position offers benefits such as a sign-on bonus and competitive hourly rates. Suitable for new graduates, this role requires effective communication and organizational skills in a dynamic healthcare environment.

Qualifications

Completion of an accredited 2-year program in a school of Radiologic Technology required.
Registered Technologist with less than 2 years' experience required.
Basic Life Support certification required.

Responsibilities

Perform diagnostic imaging adhering to hospital standards.
Maintain patient privacy in accordance with HIPAA.
Record all requested database/log records accurately.

Skills

Knowledge of x-ray equipment

Effective organizational skills

Excellent customer service skills

Ability to perform procedures specific to area

Ability to work independently

Education

Associate's Degree in Radiologic Technology

Tools

Digital/analog x-ray equipment

PACS

Radiology information system

Job description

Job Description - Radiographer (260004ME)

Radiographer - ( 260004ME )

Will consider new graduates.

Shift: Full time Nights

Radiology candidates who accept a part-time or full-time position with University Hospitals are eligible for:

Competitive hourly rate
Enhanced PTO for candidates with 5+ years of relevant work experience
Sign-on bonus ($10,000 for full-time or $5,000 for part-time).
Tuition reimbursement after six months
Free Parking

A Brief Overview

Performs diagnostic imaging at the direction of physician protocol. Provides compassionate age‑specific care to patients from neonates through geriatrics.

What You Will Do

Adheres to hospital safety standards.
Adheres to ALARA, Image Gently, and Image Wisely standards.
Adheres to all radiation and fluoroscopic safety standards.
Consistently follows hospital and department guidelines for patient identification and safety.
Consistently follows hospital and department SOPs, policies and protocols.
Demonstrates successful patient/technical imaging skills by producing a variety of radiological procedures while maintaining the highest standards of patient care.
Provides age‑specific care to patients from neonates through geriatrics.
Able to perform all applicable equipment Quality Control.
Accurately records all requested database/log records.
Display a commitment to Hospital Mission and Core Values.
Maintains patient privacy and confidentiality in accordance with privacy laws (HIPAA) and facility policies.
Maintains licensure and continuing education requirements.

Additional Responsibilities

Effectively follows directions to maintain compliance with State and Federal Agencies.
Maintains competency skill levels for patient exam imaging.
Effectively follows directions to maintain department readiness based on DNV standards.
Proficient at instructing students and new staff after 1 year of experience.
Must demonstrate the ability to work independently.
Uses administrative skills to contribute to the successful operation of the department by entering and completing correct billing codes in the RIS.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Complies with all policies and standards.
For specific duties and responsibilities, refer to documentation provided by the department during orientation.
Must abide by all requirements to safely and securely maintain Protected Health Information (PHI) for our patients. Annual training, the UH Code of Conduct and UH policies and procedures are in place to address appropriate use of PHI in the workplace.

Education

Associate's Degree Completion of an accredited 2-year program in a school of Radiologic Technology with appropriate Certification. (Required)

Work Experience

less than 1 year Registered Technologist with less than 2 years' experience (Required)

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

Clear knowledge of x‑ray equipment (digital/analog), image printers, computers, PACS and radiology information system. (Required proficiency)
Must demonstrate effective organizational, written and oral communication skills and excellent customer service skills. (Required proficiency)
Uses a variety of equipment specific to the area, including C‑arms, portables, and various computers (Required proficiency)
Must demonstrate effective organizational, written and oral communication skills. (Required proficiency)
Must demonstrate excellent customer service skills. (Required proficiency)
Ability to perform procedures specific to area. (Required proficiency)
Ability to work independently. (Required proficiency)

Licenses and Certifications

Registered Technologist Radiography (ARRT‑R) American Registry of Radiological Technologists (Required Upon Hire) and
Registered Radiologic Technologist (RT:R) Ohio Department of Health (Required Upon Hire) and
Basic Life Support (BLS) (Required Upon Hire)

Physical Demands