Radiographer

Position #: 250006J3
Position: Radiographer
UH Facility: Medical Practices / Mgmt Services Org
Shift: PRN
Status: Per Diem
Work Days of Week: PRN

City: Oberlin

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ABOUT US

At University Hospitals, everything we do is focused on helping patients and their families achieve optimal health, realize improved quality of life, and get back to what’s most important in their lives.

Our goal is to create an atmosphere where the best allied health professionals and support staff can learn, grow and make a real, positive impact on all those we serve. An allied health career with University Hospitals provides the opportunity for you to Be the Difference.

Join Us and Be the difference in Advancing the Science of Health and the Art of Compassion.

Equal Opportunity Employer – veterans and individuals with disabilities

JOB DESCRIPTION & QUALIFICATIONS

Description

Will consider new graduates

A Brief Overview
Performs diagnostic imaging at the direction of physician protocol. Provides compassionate age-specific care to patients from neonates through geriatrics.

What You Will Do

Adheres to hospital safety standards.
Adheres to ALARA, Image Gently, and Image Wisely standards.
Adheres to all radiation and fluoroscopic safety standards.
Consistently follows hospital and department guidelines for patient identification and safety.
Consistently follows hospital and department SOPs, policies and protocols.
Demonstrates successful patient/technical imaging skills by producing a variety of radiological procedures while maintaining the highest standards of patient care.
Provides age-specific care to patients from neonates through geriatrics.
Able to perform all applicable equipment Quality Control.
Accurately records all requested database/log records.
Display a commitment to Hospital Mission and Core Values.
Maintains patient privacy and confidentiality in accordance with privacy laws (HIPAA) and facility policies.
Maintains licensure and continuing education requirements.

Additional Responsibilities

Effectively follows directions to maintain compliance with State and Federal Agencies.
Maintains competency skill levels for patient exam imaging.
Effectively follows directions to maintain department readiness based on DNV standards.
Proficient at instructing students and new staff after 1 year of experience.
Must demonstrate the ability to work independently.
Uses administrative skills to contribute to the successful operation of the department by entering and completing correct billing codes in the RIS.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Complies with all policies and standards.
For specific duties and responsibilities, refer to documentation provided by the department during orientation.
Must abide by all requirements to safely and securely maintain Protected Health Information (PHI) for our patients. Annual training, the UH Code of Conduct and UH policies and procedures are in place to address appropriate use of PHI in the workplace.

Qualifications

Education Qualifications

Associate’s Degree Completion of an accredited 2-year program in a school of Radiologic Technology with appropriate Certification. (Required)

Experience Qualifications

2+ years Registered x-ray technologist with 2-5 years’ experience. (preferred)
Will consider new graduates
Proficient at instructing new staff (preferred)

Skills and Abilities

Clear knowledge of x-ray equipment (digital/analog), image printers, computers, PACS and radiology information system. (Required proficiency)
Must demonstrate effective organizational, written and oral communication skills and excellent customer service skills. (Required proficiency)
Uses a variety of equipment specific to the area, including C-arms, portables, and various computers (Required proficiency)
Must demonstrate effective organizational, written and oral communication skills. (Required proficiency)
Must demonstrate excellent customer service skills. (Required proficiency)
Ability to perform procedures specific to area. (Required proficiency)
Ability to work independently. (Required proficiency)

Licenses and Certifications

Registered Technologist Radiography (ARRT-R) American Registry of Radiological Technologists (Required Upon Hire) and
Registered Radiologic Technologist (RT:R) Ohio Department of Health (Required Upon Hire) and
Basic Life Support (BLS) (Required Upon Hire)

Physical Demands

Standing – Frequently
Walking – Frequently
Sitting – Rarely
Lifting – Frequently (50 lbs)
Carrying – Frequently (50 lbs)
Pushing – Frequently (50 lbs)
Pulling – Frequently (50 lbs)
Climbing – Occasionally (50 lbs)
Balancing – Occasionally
Stooping – Frequently
Kneeling – Frequently
Crouching – Frequently
Crawling – Occasionally
Reaching – Frequently
Handling – Frequently
Grasping – Frequently
Feeling – Constantly
Talking – Constantly
Hearing – Constantly
Repetitive Motions – Constantly
Eye/Hand/Foot Coordination – Constantly

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