Radiologic Technologist

Summa Health; Akron (OH); On-site; USD 52,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hire-On Incentive up to $20,000

Job summary

Summa Health in Akron seeks a Radiologic Technologist to operate radiologic equipment and obtain diagnostic radiographs, ensuring accurate patient records and timely results. The role requires clear communication with patients, physicians and hospital staff, and adherence to safety and quality standards.

Responsibilities include proper patient positioning, equipment calibration, and handling of restraining devices as needed; CPR certification and ARRT registration or eligibility are required;

Qualifications

• Graduate of an AMA approved school of Radiologic Technology.
• Registered or registry eligibility with the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists.
• Must be licensed as a Radiographer by the State of Ohio.
• Successful completion of training to perform other radiology procedures (e.g., CT).
• Ability to communicate with patients, physicians and hospital staff.

Responsibilities

• Operates radiologic equipment to obtain diagnostic radiographs.
• Ensures patient records are processed properly to initiate procedure results timely.
• Performs other assigned duties as training and skills allow.

Skills

Communication

Equipment operation

CPR certification

Health records handling

Population-specific care

Education

AMA-approved Radiologic Technology program

ARRT registration or eligibility

Ohio radiographers license

Job description

Radiologic Technologist

Summa Health - Akron City

**Hire-On Incentive: Up to $20,000**

Summa Health System is recognized as one of the region’s top employers by a number of third-party organizations, including NorthCoast 99. Exceptional candidates gravitate to Summa because of its culture, passion for delivering excellent service to our patients and families commitment to our philosophy of servant leadership, collegial working relationships at every level of the organization and competitive pay and benefits.

Summary

Operates radiologic equipment to obtain diagnostic radiographs. Ensures that all aspects of patient records are processed properly to initiate procedure results in a timely manner. Performs other assigned duties as training and skills allow.

Formal Education Required:

• a. Graduate of an A.M.A approved school of Radiologic Technology.
• b. Registered or registry eligibility with the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists
• c. Must be licensed as a Radiographer by the State of Ohio.

Experience & Training Required:

• a. Successful completion of training to perform other radiology procedures (e.g., select C.T. procedures, etc.).

Other Skills, Competencies and Qualifications:

• b. Ability to appropriately communicate with patients, physicians and hospital employees.
• c. Ability to calibrate and operate equipment, properly position patients and to apply and adjust restraining devices. Ability to lift and position patients.
• d. Ability to initiate CPR (CPR Certification).
• e. Ability to utilize hospital and radiology computer system and file system.
• f. Population Specific Competency: Ability to effectively interact with populations of patients/customers with an understanding of their needs for self-respect and dignity.