Radiologic Technologist, Hospital

Oregon Health & Science University•Portland, OR

4d•Onsite

About The Position

The Radiologic Technologist works in the Department of Diagnostic Imaging and performs technical diagnostic imaging across general radiology exams and areas. The role operates X-ray equipment to capture and develop images for medical diagnosis, providing high-quality, cost-effective, family-oriented service in support of OHSU’s mission. Technologists work with infant, pediatric, adult, and geriatric patients and rotate through the department based on workflow needs. The position supports a collaborative academic medical environment integrating education, research, and clinical leadership. It includes patient positioning and care, image acquisition and processing, exam tracking and documentation, quality assurance, and assistance with patient transport and student training. The main work location is Doernbecher Children’s Hospital. The role involves a busy environment with frequent interruptions, multiple demands, and continuous interaction with patients and medical professionals, as well as exposure to radiation, chemical solutions, and human tissue or fluids.

Requirements

Graduate of an accredited diagnostic radiography program that meets current qualifications to take and pass the ARRT Radiography board examinations upon hire.
Student candidates must obtain RT (R) (ARRT) certification within six months of hire.
Current Oregon Board of Medical Imaging (OBMI) temporary license for student hires; permanent license for registered hires.
For positions involving in-person patient care, BLS certification is required within 30 days of hire or before independent practice, whichever comes first.
Demonstrated skills in diagnostic imaging, radiation safety, effective equipment use, record maintenance, infection control, quality control, compliance, patient communication, contrast media, problem solving, judgment, teamwork, and taking initiative.

Nice To Haves

Level 1 Trauma Center experience.
Academic Medical Center experience.
Experience in an OHSU-partnered Radiologic Technology program.

Responsibilities

Perform diagnostic imaging studies and provide accurate, high-quality images efficiently using appropriate equipment and technical skills.
Train in general radiology exams and areas and rotate through the department according to workflow needs.
Arrange patient delivery using the VIP transportation system.
Position patients for diagnostic radiology exams in accordance with department procedures, training, and equipment requirements, with attention to patient safety and care.
Operate radiology equipment and determine and set exposure factors and techniques to produce accurate, quality images while minimizing acceptable repeat rates.
Use computer image processing to select, process, optimize, and archive images to PACS as needed.
Track examinations in the Radiology Information System.
Present images and related patient information to radiologists for diagnosis.
Assist with patient transport using standard procedures.
Assist in training Radiologic Technology students and follow department policies for supervision of student technologists.
Gather complete documentation of pertinent information to provide accurate and timely service.
Verify patient identity according to department procedures and review charts and orders to ensure the correct examination is performed.
Label images with demographic, positioning, and other required information, and follow department policy for anatomical markers.
Log activities, gather charging information, and charge exams as required.
Follow department and hospital procedures and policies.
Perform quality control and quality assurance, record results, and report deviations from normal equipment function.