Mercy Health · 5 months ago
Xray Tech -Radiology Dept.- St Elizabeth Boardman
Youngstown, OH
Full-time
Onsite
Entry Level
1+ years expMercy Health is dedicated to providing high-quality healthcare to its communities. The Radiological Technologist role involves performing diagnostic imaging procedures safely and effectively while ensuring patient comfort and care. The position requires a commitment to applying radiation protection principles and collaborating with licensed practitioners.
Health CareNon Profit
Responsibilities
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)
Qualification
Required
Certification and Registration with ARRT (American Registry of Radiologic Technologists)
BLS Basic Life Support, American Heart Association
Manual dexterity (eye/hand coordination)
Perform shift work
Maneuver weight of patients
Hear alarms/telephone/audio recorder
Reach above shoulder
Repetitive arm/hand movements
Finger Dexterity
Acuity - far
Acuity - near
Depth perception
Use of latex products
Exposure to toxic/caustic/chemicals/detergents
Exposure to moving mechanical parts
Exposure to dust/fumes
Exposure to potential electrical shock
Exposure to x ray/electromagnetic energy
Exposure to high pitched noises
Gaseous risk exposure
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
Preferred
Associate's from an ARRT (American Registry of Radiologic Technologists) accredited institute
State Licensure
EPIC Electronic Health Record (EHR)
Picture archiving communication system (PACS)
1 year experience in radiation safety and patient care
Experience With Radiology Information System
Benefits
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
Company
Mercy Health
Mercy Health is a mission-driven, integrated healthcare organization.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$0.05MKey Investors
Appalachian Regional Commission
2024-09-18Grant· $0.05M
Leadership Team
Kenneth James
Market Chief Operating Officer, Cincinnati
Staci Lucius
President, Mercy Health Physicians
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