What are the responsibilities and job description for the Radiology Tech II - Radiology - Hamilton - Resource position at Kettering Health?
Overview
Kettering Health is a not-for-profit system of 13 medical centers and more than 120 outpatient facilities serving southwest Ohio. We are committed to transforming the health care experience with high-quality care for every stage of life. Our service-oriented mission is in action every day, whether it’s by providing care in our facilities, training the next generation of health care professionals, or serving others through international outreach.
Campus Overview
Kettering Health Hamilton
- Kettering Health Hamilton, formerly Fort Hamilton Hospital, has been serving the Hamilton community for over 90 years.
- Leads the way to better health in the Butler County area, serving patients from Fairfield, Oxford, Cincinnati, Middletown and surrounding communities.
- KH Hamilton offerings include maternity, emergency, the most advanced wound healing in Butler County, and a range of outpatient services.
- In 2020, KH Hamilton received an “A” from the Leapfrog Group, a national patient safety watchdog, ranking among the safest hospitals in the United States.
- Full-service, community hospital licensed for 203 beds.
- In 2020, KH Hamilton received several awards from Healthgrades:
- America’s 250 Best Hospitals (2018-2020)
- America’s 100 Best Pulmonary Care (2018-2020)
- Gastrointestinal Care Excellence Award (2020)
Responsibilities & Requirements
Summary: The Radiologic Technologist II 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.
Preferred Qualifications
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.
