Radiology Technologist - Metro Toledo Mercy Health Hospitals
Radiology Technologist - Metro Toledo Mercy Health Hospitals
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Job Description
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Scheduled Weekly Hours:
36Work Shift:
Evenings/Nights (United States of America)Summary of Primary Function/General Purpose of Position
Performs direct patient care in a compassionate and timely manner and applies the art and skill of diagnostic imaging through the safe and effective use of radiologic technology.
Essential Job Functions
- Demonstrates knowledge of direct patient care by evaluating the patient verifying patient ID and related information to assure appropriate procedure is performed; explains procedure to patient; prepares patient for procedure by obtaining and recording patient history and consent form (if applicable); ensures patient comfort privacy and safety during procedure; monitors condition of patient and medical equipment that may be disturbed due to the nature of exam and report changes to patient care services.
- Properly positions patient to perform routine diagnostic radiographs; calculates and selects proper technical factors based on information such as age medical history and suspected pathology; assesses quality of radiographs with minimal supervision; competently performs in assigned areas that encompass specialty procedures e.g.: surgery C-arm tomograms venograms arthrograms myelograms ERCP sialograms video speech evaluation hysterosalpingogram and other specialty procedures as well as GI and GU procedures; maintains acceptable exam repeat rate; assists physicians in performance of fluoroscopic and minor specialty exams by providing and administrating proper contrast media positioning patient and operating fluoroscopic equipment; performs IV injections and has knowledge of use and care of existing IVs; identifies all images with appropriate lead markers and patient name; provides proper radiation protection for patients self and others (uses lead aprons lead gloves and gonadal shielding when appropriate).
- Participates in performance improvement projects and performs quality control testing as required by department; assists department in achieving successful results in all federal state and local agency audits.
- Participates in the education/instruction of students and the orientation of new staff.
Employment Qualifications
Required Minimum Education:
- Vocational/ Technical Degree
- Specialty/Major: Radiology Technology or Advanced Imaging
Licensure/Certification Required:
- Registered by the American Registry of Radiologic Technology (ARRT)
- Current license in the state of Ohio
- Current BLS certification
Licensure/Certification Preferred:
- Advanced Registry in Quality Management by the ARRT
Monday - Friday weekends holidays and on call
MercyHealth is an equal opportunity employer.
Many of our opportunities reward* your hard work with:
- Comprehensive affordable medical dental and vision plans
- Prescription drug coverage
- Flexible spending accounts
- Life insurance w/AD&D
- Employer contributions to retirement savings plan when eligible
- Paid time off
- Educational Assistance
- And much more
*Benefits offerings vary according to employment status.
Department:
It is our policy to abide by all Federal and State laws as well as the requirements of 41 CFR 60-1.4(a) 60-300.5(a) and 60-741.5(a). Accordingly 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 youd 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 Employer please email . 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 .
Employment Type
Full-Time
