Radiology Technologist: Growth, Tuition Support & Benefits

Mercy Health; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Mercy Health is seeking a Radiology Technologist at West Hospital Medical Office Building 1 to perform diagnostic imaging under the supervision of a licensed practitioner. The role emphasizes patient safety, image quality, and precise documentation.

Responsibilities include preparing patients, selecting imaging parameters, and assisting with contrast administration when prescribed, while adhering to radiation protection standards and procedural timeouts.

Qualifications

• Associates from an ARRT accredited institute (preferred).
• Certification and Registration with ARRT in Diagnostic Radiology (required).
• State Licensure (preferred, unless required by the state where the job is being performed).
• BLS Basic Life Support, American Heart Association (required at hire for some Mercy Health locations; preferred at hire, required prior to independent patient care).
• 1 year experience in radiation safety and patient care (preferred).
• Experience with Radiology Information System (preferred).

Responsibilities

• Obtains patient’s clinical history and 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.

Skills

Patient centered care

Monitor patient conditions

Record patient histories

Interdisciplinary teamwork

Attention to detail

Critical thinking

Communication with patients

Conflict resolution

Active listening

Relationship building

Education

Associates from ARRT accredited institute (preferred)

Tools

EPIC EHR

PACS

Job description

Mercy Health is seeking a Radiology Technologist at West Hospital Medical Office Building 1 to perform diagnostic imaging under the supervision of a licensed practitioner. The role emphasizes patient safety, image quality, and precise documentation.

Responsibilities include preparing patients, selecting imaging parameters, and assisting with contrast administration when prescribed, while adhering to radiation protection standards and procedural timeouts.