Radiographer

Job Description - Radiographer (26000278)

Radiographer - ( 26000278 )

Radiology candidates who accept a part-time or full-time position with University Hospitals are eligible for:

• Competitive hourly rate (+elevated hourly rate for Cleveland Medical Center only)
• Enhanced PTO for candidates with 5+ years of relevant work experience
• Sign-on bonus ($10,000 for full-time or $5,000 for part-time).
• Tuition reimbursement after six months
• Free parking

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.

Education

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

Work Experience

• less than 1 year Registered Technologist with less than 2 years' experience (Required)

Knowledge, Skills, & 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

Travel Requirements

• 10%