X-Ray Tech – West Hospital

Bon Secours Mercy Health; Kentucky; On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Medical, dental, vision coverage

Paid time off

Tuition assistance

Job summary

Bon Secours Mercy Health is seeking a Radiological Technologist in Kentucky for a full-time role focused on diagnostic imaging. The professional will obtain patient histories, perform radiographic procedures, and ensure safety using ionizing radiation. Required credentials include ARRT certification in Diagnostic Radiology and BLS certification. Benefits include competitive pay, health coverage, and tuition assistance.

Qualifications

• Certification and Registration with ARRT in Diagnostic Radiology required.
• State licensure preferred unless required by the state.
• BLS Basic Life Support required prior to independent patient care.

Responsibilities

• Obtain patient's clinical history and relevant lab work.
• Position and immobilize patients for procedures.
• Apply principles of radiation protection.
• Perform radiographic procedures using imaging equipment.
• Verify informed consent and documentation before procedures.
• Assist with fluoroscopic and specialized radiography procedures.
• Identify and administer medications/contrast as prescribed.

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

Education

Associate’s degree from an ARRT accredited institute

Tools

EPIC Electronic Health Record

Picture archiving communication system (PACS)

Job description

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.

Company and Position Details

West Hospital – Radiology Technologist

Full-Time – 40 hours/week

Shift – Evenings/Nights

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

• Associate’s degree from an ARRT accredited institute (preferred)

Required Licensing & Certifications

• 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 from 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 (preferred)
• Picture archiving communication system (PACS) (preferred)

Benefits

• 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

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.