Radiology Tech - Radiology in Huber Heights, Ohio at Kettering Health

Kettering Health is a not-for-profit system of 14 medical centers and more than 120 outpatient facilities serving southwest Ohio. Our mission is to live God’s love by promoting and restoring health. Our commitment to our patients is to help individuals be their best. With that context, safety is our top priority. We provide an integrated system of healthcare experts committed to providing exceptional care.

The Radiologic Technologist is responsible for performing a wide variety of radiographic examinations, using both fixed and portable equipment including c-arms/surgery.

Requirements

• This position requires additional training in imaging in the surgical suite related to specific surgeries, sterile field protection, promoting radiation safety to the patient and surgical staff, etc.
• Individuals in this position will work under limited supervision and must be able to exercise independent judgment and initiative.
• They need to communicate and work well in the medical environment with much interaction with patients, fellow workers, physicians and others.
• They serve all segments of patient populations, including neonates, infants, children, adults and geriatric patients. There is regular exposure to ionizing radiation.
• Work hours can be irregular with the need to accept overtime or on call.
• The work is physically demanding with the need for long periods of standing, bending and/or lifting.
• Performs other duties as assigned and assists in other areas during low volume periods.

Qualifications

• Registered as a Radiologic Technologist by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologist
• Valid Ohio License as a Radiographer
• Current Basic Life Support certification.
• Applicant has the ability to use a wide range of radiographic equipment, including mobile units and portable C-arm machines.
• Applicant has the willingness to learn new procedures and to operate new equipment.
• Applicant has the ability to deal tactfully and professionally with physicians, patients and coworkers.
• Applicant has the ability to tolerate much standing, bending and lifting.
• Applicant has the ability to work quickly and accurately.