Radiology Technologist - St. Rita's Medical Center

Mercy Health; Lima (OH); On-site; USD 60,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Benefits package

Paid time off

Tuition assistance

Job summary

Mercy Health is seeking a Radiology Technologist at St. Rita's Medical Center to perform diagnostic imaging under supervision, ensuring patient safety and image quality.

The role requires ARRT certification, state licensure preferred, and familiarity with EPIC EHR and PACS. Responsibilities include patient history collection, positioning, radiation safety, and assisting with various radiographic procedures while maintaining excellent patient care in a collaborative, faith-based environment.

Qualifications

• Associates degree preferred from ARRT accredited institute.
• ARRT Diagnostic Radiology certification and registration required.
• State licensure preferred unless required by state.
• BLS Basic Life Support (American Heart Association) required at hire for certain locations; preferred at hire, required prior to independent patient care at BSMH.
• 1 year experience in radiation safety and patient care preferred.
• Experience with Radiology Information System preferred.

Responsibilities

• Obtains patient clinical history and ensures information is documented for licensed practitioners.
• Positions patient to expose the area of interest while respecting comfort.
• Applies radiation protection principles to minimize exposure.
• Performs radiographic procedures using imaging equipment and accessories.
• Verifies informed consent and completes pre/post procedure documentation.
• Assists licensed practitioners with fluoroscopic and specialized radiography; maintains aseptic technique as needed.
• Performs timeout as per policy.
• Identifies, prepares and/or administers medications/contrast as prescribed.

Skills

Patient centered care

Attention to detail

Critical thinking

Communication with patients

Active listening

Relationship building

Conflict resolution

Interdisciplinary teamwork

Education

Associates from ARRT accredited institute (preferred)

Tools

EPIC EHR

PACS

Job description

Mercy Health

As a faith-based and patient-focused organization, Mercy Health exists to enhance the health and well‑being of all people in mind, body and spirit through exceptional patient care. Success in this goal requires a culture of compassion, collaboration, excellence and respect. Mercy Health seeks people that are committed to our values of compassion, human dignity, integrity, service and stewardship to create an environment where associates want to work and help communities thrive.

Radiology Technologist - St. Rita's Medical Center

Job Summary

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.

Essential Functions

• 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.

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

• Associates from an ARRT (American Registry of Radiologic Technologists) accredited institute (preferred)

Required Licensing & Certifications

• Certification and Registration with ARRT (American Registry of Radiologic Technologists) 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 Roper St Francis Healthcare locations; preferred at hire, required prior to independent patient care at BSMH)

Experience

• 1 year experience in radiation safety and patient care (preferred)
• Experience with Radiology Information System (preferred)

Skills & Abilities

• Patient centered care
• Monitor patient conditions during examination
• Record patient medical histories
• Working within an interdisciplinary team
• Attention to detail
• Critical thinking
• Communication with patients
• Conflict resolution
• Active listening
• Relationship building

Training

• EPIC Electronic Health Record (EHR) (preferred)
• Picture archiving communication system (PACS) (pr)

What We Offer

• Competitive pay, incentives, referral bonuses and 403(b) with employer contributions (when eligible)
• Medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage, HSA/FSA options, life insurance, mental health resources and discounts
• Paid time off, parental and FMLA leave, short- and long-term disability, backup care for children and elders
• Tuition assistance, professional development and continuing education support

Benefits may vary based on the market and 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. If you would like to view a copy of the affirmative action plan or policy statement for Mercy Health – Youngstown, Ohio or Bon Secours – Franklin, Virginia; Petersburg, Virginia; and Emporia, Virginia, which are Affir­mative Action and Equal Opportunity Employers, please email [e-mail]. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process, please contact The Talent Acquisition Team at [e-mail]