Radiology Technologist, Radiology, Full Time, First Shift

A Radiology Technologist will assist in the diagnosis and treatment of patients through producing diagnostic radiographs of the human body using independent judgment to determine the quality of radiographs and compliance with established protocols. This position will work at the West Chester Hospital in the Diagnostic Imaging department. 

About West Chester Hospital   

West Chester Hospital provides its patients with access to the region’s largest group of specialized physicians and medical providers. With a reputation for providing outstanding patient experiences and quality medical care, the hospital consistently ranks amongst the top 5% in the nation.   

West Chester Hospital provides a Level III Trauma Center that delivers superior emergency and critical care, and a certified Primary Stroke Center that provides access to the subspecialty care at the UC Gardner neuroscience Institute. West Chester Hospital has also achieved Magnet Recognition for excellence in nursing from the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC), and the hospital is routinely ranked among the best places to work in Ohio and Greater Cincinnati.  
 
Unit Details: 

• In 2022, Newsweek magazine recognized West Chester Hospital among a listing of the World’s Best Hospitals for the world-class clinical care provided to the Greater Cincinnati Region and beyond. 
• West Chester Hospital is a full-service hospital that provides discovery-driven care in a pleasant, healing environment, and utilizes the very latest in medical technology, drawing upon the University of Cincinnati’s nearly 200 years of research and medical expertise.  
• The department has a reputation for providing outstanding patient experiences and quality medical care. 

Responsibilities

General:

• Engages in population appropriate communication. 
• Has knowledge of growth and development milestones and tasks. 
• Gives clear instructions to patients/family regarding treatment. 
• Involves family/guardian in the assessment, initial treatment and continuing care of the patient. 
• Identifies any physical limitations of the patient and deploys intervention when necessary. 
• Recognizes and responds appropriately to patients/families with behavioral health problems. 
• Interprets population related data and plans care appropriately. 
• Identifies and responds appropriately to different needs resulting from, unique psychological needs or those associated with religious / cultural norms. 
• Performs treatments, administers medication or operates equipment safely. 
• Recognizes and responds to signs/symptoms of abuse or neglect.

Clinical:

• Performs diagnostic procedures in accordance with established protocols, which includes, but is not limited to, reviewing for appropriateness and completeness of patient histories and requested services.
• Explains procedures to patients and ensures that patient understands the procedures they are undergoing.
• Works in stressful environments such as surgery suites and ED.
• Exposed to ionizing radiation on a regular basis.
• Positions patients and provides for their protection from ionizing radiation.
• Selects and operates complex radiographic equipment; follows standard safety protocols for personnel using radiation producing equipment.
• Regulates time and intensity of exposure and other technical factors on individual patients.
• Obtains Radiographs using the lowest possible exposure factors.
• Reviews images for diagnostic acceptability.
• Prepares and administers, orally and by intravenous injection, contrast media under physician direction.
• Reviews Medication Reconciliation form on patients receiving contrast.
• Practices aseptic and sterile technique to prevent the spread of disease.
• Administers or assists in administering CPR or other emergency procedures as needed.
• Maintains appropriate records and supplies.
• Instructs Radiologic Technology students in methods and procedures.
• Participates in continuing education activities related to the field of Radiologic Technology and its subspecialties.
• Demonstrates and maintains skills in providing care for patients of specific age groups, such as geriatric and neonatal, through in-service and continuing education.
• Performs evaluative equipment tests and participates in quality control program.

Qualifications

Minimum Required: 

• Completion of JRCERT approved program in Radiologic Technology and an Associate of Science Degree in Radiologic Technology. 
• Registered as a Radiologic Technologist by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists.
• Current ARRT certification. 
• Current licensure by the State of Ohio. 
• Certified in BLS for Healthcare workers. 
• Years of Experience: 1-3 preferred, will consider new graduates.
   

REQUIRED SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE:
•   Must complete at least 24 hours of direct credit continuing education every 2 years.
•   Rotates weekends and holidays works every 3rd weekend. Must be able to take call and respond within 45 minutes. May be required to work evening or night shift to ensure adequate staffing on all shifts

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Join our team as a Radiology Technologist and work alongside the best and brightest clinical teams collaborating toward our common purpose: to advance healing and reduce suffering.   

About UC Health 

UC Health is an integrated academic health system serving Greater Cincinnati and Northern Kentucky. In partnership with the University of Cincinnati, UC Health combines clinical expertise and compassion with research and teaching—a combination that provides patients with options for even the most complex situations. Members of UC Health include: UC Medical Center, West Chester Hospital, University of Cincinnati Physicians and UC Health Ambulatory Services (with more than 900 board-certified clinicians and surgeons), Lindner Center of HOPE and several specialized institutes including: UC Gardner Neuroscience Institute and the University of Cincinnati Cancer Center. Many UC Health locations have received national recognition for outstanding quality and patient satisfaction. Learn more at uchealth.com

At UC Health, we're proud to have the best and brightest teams and clinicians collaborating toward our common purpose: to advance healing and reduce suffering.

As the region's adult academic health system, we strive for innovation and provide world-class care for not only our community, but patients from all over the world. Join our team and you'll be able to develop your skills, grow your career, build relationships with your peers and patients, and help us be a source of hope for our friends and neighbors. 

UC Health is an EEO employer.