Diagnostic Radiology Technologist

Indiana University Health System•Indianapolis, IN

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Diagnostic Radiology Technologist operates imaging equipment, including x-ray, fluoroscopy, and portable x-ray equipment used in surgery. The technologist prepares patients by explaining examinations and positioning them appropriately, collaborates with radiologists and referring physicians to support accurate imaging, follows radiation safety protocols, and monitors patients during examinations. The role also involves documenting patient history and other necessary information in the EMR, staying current through continuing education, and assisting with minimally invasive procedures as needed. The schedule rotates and includes Sunday 6 a.m.–6 p.m. and Monday–Wednesday shifts from 7 a.m.–7 p.m., with no call. Holiday work is required. A sign-on bonus is available for eligible applicants.

Requirements

Requires 0–3 years of relevant experience.
Basic Life Support certification through the American Heart Association (AHA) is required.
Requires active status as a Registered Technologist - Radiography, RT(R), through the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT), or recent graduation from an approved Radiologic Technology training program with board-eligible status.
Board-eligible technologists must obtain a Radiography credential within six months of hire.
Requires a current Indiana State Department of Health (ISDH) license as a Radiologic Technologist or a current ISDH Radiology Student Permit.
Ability to maneuver equipment and improvise patient positions when the patient's condition does not permit routine positioning.

Responsibilities

Operate x-ray, fluoroscopy, portable x-ray, and surgical imaging equipment.
Explain examinations to patients and position them correctly.
Collaborate with radiologists and referring physicians to ensure accurate imaging.
Follow radiation safety protocols.
Document detailed patient history and necessary information in the EMR.
Monitor patients during examinations for safety.
Stay current with continuing education.
Assist with minimally invasive procedures as needed.
Maneuver equipment and adapt positioning when a patient's condition prevents routine positioning.