Radiographer. Mentor

Lake_West_Medical_Center; Mentor (OH); On-site; USD 52,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

University Hospitals in Mentor, OH is seeking a Registered Radiologic Technologist to perform diagnostic imaging under physician protocol. You will provide compassionate age-specific care across neonates to geriatrics while adhering to ALARA and HIPAA requirements.

Prior licensing and continuing education are essential; you will operate x-ray equipment, document procedures in RIS, and contribute to department safety and quality control.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in Radiologic Technology from an accredited program (Required).
• ARRT-R certification and OH RT licensure (Required Upon Hire).
• BLS certification (Required Upon Hire).
• Excellent organizational and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and in a team.

Responsibilities

• Adheres to hospital safety standards and radiation safety protocols.
• Operates X-ray equipment including C-arms and portable units.
• Maintains patient privacy and HIPAA compliance.
• Documents procedures and billing codes in RIS.
• Provides age-specific care from neonates to geriatrics.
• Performs quality control on imaging equipment, as applicable.
• Travel up to 10% as required.

Skills

Radiologic Tech

Patient care

Communication skills

Independent work

Equipment operation

Education

AA in Radiologic Technology

Tools

C-arm

Portables

PACS

RIS

Imaging printers

Job description

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

• Previous Registered X-Ray Technologist Experience (Preferred)

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

• Standing Frequently
• Walking Frequently
• Sitting Rarely
• Lifting Frequently up to 50 lbs
• Carrying Frequently up to 50 lbs
• Pushing Frequently up to 50 lbs
• Pulling Frequently up to 50 lbs
• Climbing Occasionally up to 50 lbs
• Balancing Occasionally
• Stooping Frequently
• Kneeling Frequently
• Crouching Frequently
• Crawling Occasionally
• Reaching Frequently
• Handling Frequently
• Grasping Frequently
• Feeling Constantly
• Talking Constantly
• Hearing Constantly
• Repetitive Motions Constantly
• Eye/Hand/Foot Coordination Constantly

Travel Requirements

• 10%