X-ray techs---also called radiologic technicians---produce diagnostic images with x-ray machines, develop x-ray films and work with patients and doctors before and after conducting the tests, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. Although the Bureau of Labor Statistics notes that more than 60 percent of all x-ray tech jobs are in hospitals, technicians can also find work in doctors' offices, diagnostic laboratories and outpatient clinics. Rely on four types of resources to find an x-ray tech job in Ohio.
Instructions
1. Research resources developed by professional organizations. State and national associations that represent radiology technologists and technicians offer a variety of career resources to help you find a job in Ohio. The American Society of Radiologic Technologists hosts an online career portal that posts jobs for technologists and technicians, with tools that allow you to sort jobs by city, state or postal code. The Ohio Society of Radiologic Technologists offers a job board for x-ray technicians seeking work in Ohio as well as a service that posts resumes for employers to view.
2. Contact recruiters for major Ohio hospitals. Since the bulk of x-ray tech jobs are in hospitals, connecting with human resources staff and recruiters in Ohio hospitals can help you find a job. Most major hospitals in Ohio provide links and contact information to their human resources department on their website. Use the Ohio Hospital Association's directory of member hospitals to find websites for all major Ohio hospitals, and reach out to recruiters through the hospital website or directory information. Even if recruiters do not have job openings for x-ray techs, offer to send your resume for their review when jobs do become available.
3. Search classified advertisements in major Ohio newspapers. Newspapers serving major Ohio metropolitan areas, such as the Cleveland Plain Dealer, publish job ads in both print and online editions. X-ray technician jobs are available in the section that features health care opportunities. Once you target a city, town or metropolitan area in Ohio, look at both the online and print editions of the newspaper, since some employers will post online-only ads that feature their jobs prominently.
4. Check radiology journals and publications. Scientific journals and trade newspapers targeting radiology professionals regularly print job opportunities, and many publications offer online career portals, job hunting resources and career advice to professional audiences. Journals such as "American Journal of Roentgenology" and "Radiology" usually print classified ads, job postings and hiring notices for major hospitals or clinics in the back portion of the publication. Online versions of the journals usually provide a separate portal for classified ads, career advice or job boards. Look carefully to maximize the tools each publication offers.
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