Radiography Technologist

Schedule: Day Shift.   Mon - Fri. 8a-430p

About the Position

The Radiography Technologist supports the Reid Health Mission, Vision, Values, and Key Service Behaviors. The Radiography Technologist performs radiographic diagnostic imaging examinations at the RHPA X-Ray locations on patients per physician/provider orders with a high degree of accuracy and efficiency.

Overview of Responsibilities

• Provide regular and dependable attendance.

• Competently operates radiographic equipment.

• Accurately evaluates requests for radiographic procedures.

• Obtains patient history and symptoms.

• Performs radiographic procedures per provider orders.

• Provides care appropriate to the age-specific needs of the patients served.

• Provides explanation and instruction to patients regarding radiographic procedures.

• Demonstrates effective communication with patients and families.

• Accurately performs appropriate documentation.

• Follows radiation safety policies and guidelines.

• Takes responsibility for personal radiation safety and exposure monitoring.

• Appropriately uses radiation protection devices.

• Participates in quality assurance and quality improvement activities.

• Assists in the clinical instruction of radiography students.

• Competently uses Epic and PACS systems.

This list of duties and responsibilities is not intended to be all-inclusive and can be expanded to include other duties or responsibilities that management deems necessary.

Education & Experience

• Education Required: Graduate of an approved, 24-month program in Radiologic Technology accredited by the Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology (JRCERT).

• Education Preferred: Any additional radiology education.

• Experience Required: A minimum of 2 years in an accredited educational program.

• Experience Preferred: Additional experience as a licensed Radiography Technologist after completing an educational program.

• Maintenance of Continuing Education: Credits required.

Licensure & Certification

• Radiologic Technologist license by the Indiana Department of Health is required for all positions before starting work.

• Certification and Registry in Radiography by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT).

• Current BLS certification.