Weekend Only Radiology Technologist - Diagnostic Imaging - Lorain Hospital

easyservice; Lorain (OH); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Referral bonus

403(b) with employer contributions

Health benefits

Tuition assistance

Job summary

Mercy Health in Lorain, OH is seeking a Nights Radiology Technologist for Diagnostic Imaging. You will apply radiologic principles to acquire diagnostic images while protecting patients from unnecessary exposure.

ARRT certification and state licensure are required or preferred; BLS is mandatory. The role involves weekend shifts (Fri-Sun) with a 33% pay premium, and a sign-on offer for full-time new hires. Mercy Health offers strong benefits and growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• ARRT certification and registration required
• State licensure preferred (where required)
• BLS certification required and obtained prior to patient contact
• EPIC EHR and PACS familiarity preferred

Responsibilities

• Obtain patient history and lab work, document for licensed practitioner
• Position and immobilize patient to best demonstrate the area of interest
• Apply ALARA principles to minimize exposure
• Perform radiographic procedures using imaging equipment
• Verify informed consent and document pre/post procedures
• Assist licensed practitioner with fluoroscopy and radiography; maintain sterile technique

Skills

Patient care

Radiation safety

Communication

Attention to detail

Critical thinking

Teamwork

Active listening

Conflict resolution

Education

Associate ARRT accredited

Tools

EPIC EHR

PACS

Job description

Thank you for considering a career at Mercy Health!

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

36

Work Shift:

Nights (United States of America)

Imaging positions at Mercy Lorain Hospital reward you with:

• A $25,000 sign on bonus for full time new hires
• Referral bonus incentive programs
• Competitive paid time off accrual
• Excellent health benefits through UMR
• Competitive tuition assistance for continued career growth
• And more!

Weekend Radiology Technologist - Diagnostic Imaging - Lorain Hospital

Shift/Schedule

Weekends Only - Scheduled for 36 Weekly Hours (Friday, Saturday & Sunday)

33% Hourly Pay Premium (Sat & Sun shifts Only)

Shift Times - Nights

Summary of Primary Function/General Purpose of Position:

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 Job 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.
• Receives relays and documents verbal, written and electronic orders in the patient's medical record.
• Evaluates images for technical quality.
• Documents patient dose exposures.
• Professionally interacts with physicians, technologist, physician offices, hospital staff, patient family members and patients.
• Operates radiographic equipment and accessories in accordance with the principles of ALARA (as low as reasonably achievable).

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

Associate's from an ARRT (American Registry of Radiologic Technologists) accredited institute (preferrred)

Certifications

• Certification and Registration with ARRT (American Registry of Radiologic Technologists) (required)
• State Licensure (preferred, unless required by the state where the job is being performed)
• BLS Basic Life Support - American Heart Association (preferred upon hire, must obtain from approved source prior to direct patient care) (required)
• BLS Basic Life Support - American Heart Association (preferred upon hire, must obtain from approved source prior to direct patient care) (required)

Training

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

Experience

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

Working Conditions

• Periods of high stress and fluctuating workloads may occur
• May be exposed to physical altercations and verbal abuse
• May be required to use physical restraints
• May be exposed to high noise levels and bright lights
• May be exposed to limited hazardous substances or body fluids
• May be exposed to human blood and other potentially infectious materials
• May have periods of constant interruptions
• General office environment
• Required to car travel to off-site locations,
• Prolonged periods of working alone

Patient Population

• Neonates (0-4 weeks)
• Infant (1-12 months)
• Pediatrics (1-12 years)
• Adolescents (13-17 years)
• Adults (18-64 years)
• Geriatrics (65 years and older)

Skills

• 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

Mercy Health is an equal opportunity employer.

As a Mercy Health associate, you're part of a Misson that matters. We support your well-being - personally and professionally. Our benefits are built to grow with you and meet your unique needs, every step of the way.

What we offer

• Competitive pay, incentives, referral bonuses and 403(b) with employer contributions (when eligible)
• Medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage, HAS/FSA options, life insurance, mental health resources and discounts
• Paid time off, parental and FMLA leave, short- and long-term disability, backup care for chi